Admissions Counselor

Ready to Inspire the Next Generation? Join UMF as an Admissions Counselor! The Vibe

Are you energetic, natural at building great connections, and passionate about the life-changing power of higher education?

The University of Maine at Farmington (UMF) is looking for a high-energy, culturally competent, and driven Admissions Counselor to join our Enrollment Management powerhouse. In this role, you won't just recruit students—you will be the face of UMF, guiding first-year, transfer, adult, and graduate learners (and their families) through one of the most exciting milestones of their lives!

If you love a dynamic mix of strategic independent territory management, high-impact teamwork, and hitting the road to share the UMF story, this is your ultimate career launchpad.

Based on the qualifications and experience of the successful applicant, the anticipated annual salary for this position is $45,300.32 plus an employer contribution to the UMS retirement plan. Additional benefits include medical, dental, vision, and tuition waiver programs for employees and dependents.

Your Impact (The Day-to-Day)

As an Admissions Counselor, your primary mission is to spark interest, build meaningful relationships, and champion access to education. Your calendar will be vibrant, varied, and fast-paced:

• Be the Ultimate Guide: Educate prospective students, parents, and school counselors about UMF's incredible academic programs and vibrant community.
• Champion Diversity: Design and implement proactive recruitment strategies to smash goals and increase awareness among diverse and underrepresented student populations.
• Own Your Territory: Take the reins of your assigned geographic region and plan and execute recruitment activities that put UMF on the map.
• Shape the Future Class: Review applications and conduct detailed evaluations to help select the next generation of UMF students.
• Bring the Energy to Campus: Play a starring role in creating unforgettable experiences during high-energy on-campus events like Open Houses and Accepted Student Days.
• Counselor of the Day: Step into the spotlight during our staff rotation to welcome daily campus visitors and answer their burning questions.

Are You the Perfect Fit?

What you must bring to the table (Required Qualifications):

• The Degree: A Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university.
• The Wanderlust: A genuine enthusiasm and ability to travel extensively, including flexibility for evening and weekend events.
• Cultural Competency: A deep understanding of the unique challenges facing diverse populations and a commitment to advocating for students with marginalized identities.
• Superb Communication: Rock-solid public speaking, writing, and interpersonal skills.
• Tech Savvy: A quick learner who is completely at ease adapting to modern software and university tech platforms.

Bonus points if you have (Preferred Extras):

• One (1) to Three (3) years of experience in admissions, higher education, or a closely related professional field.
• A proven track record of connecting well with high school or college-bound students and their families.
• Digital savvy and a knack for leveraging social media platforms to engage an audience.

Why UMF?

The University of Maine at Farmington is a premier public liberal arts college deeply rooted in a welcoming, tight-knit community. We pride ourselves on offering a supportive environment where staff and faculty collaborate closely to ensure an engaged, life-changing student experience. Plus, you'll be working alongside a fantastic team reporting directly to an Associate Director of Admissions.

Let's Do This!

Ready to inspire the next generation of UMF students? We want to hear from you! Please submit your application materials through our official university portal.

Complete job description
 

Application Requirements:

• Cover Letter
• Resume/Curriculum Vitae
• Contact information for three (3) professional references

 

We are not able to consider applicants who require any visa sponsorship support

Incomplete application materials cannot be considered. Materials received after the initial review date will be reviewed at the discretion of the University.

For full consideration, materials must be submitted by 4:30 pm EST on Tuesday, July 14, 2026.  

The successful applicant is subject to appropriate background screening and post-offer physical as applicable.

 

The University of Maine at Farmington employees are Mandatory Reporters with the exception of UMF’s licensed, clinical medical providers (including athletic trainers) and mental health providers and their clinical interns when working in their capacity as providers.  

 

Equal Opportunity Statement

About the University of Maine System

The University of Maine System (UMS), established in 1968, consists of seven universities and the University of Maine School of Law, spread across various locations in Maine. UMS provides system-wide services and governance from these locations, leveraging the distinct strengths and collaborations among its institutions to advance strategic priorities for UMS and the state of Maine.

Choosing UMS means opting for a high quality of life supported by excellent benefits such as tuition waivers, robust retirement contributions, and comprehensive insurance coverage including medical, dental, vision, life, and disability. Maine's diverse landscapes, from accessible wilderness and rugged coastline to urban centers and rural communities, offer numerous cultural activities, strong public schools, safe neighborhoods, and high-quality healthcare. Discover more about Maine's exemplary lifestyle on the Maine Office of Tourism website.
The University of Maine at Farmington has earned a national reputation for excellence, gaining stature as one of the finest state-supported liberal arts colleges in the northeastern U.S. Additionally, UMF is rated 5th in U.S. News & World Report Top Regional Public College North for 2023 and has been rated one of America's Best Colleges by U.S. News 25 times since 1998.

The campus is in historic downtown Farmington, just a short walk away from coffee shops, funky stores, restaurants, banks, bookstores, a multi-screen movie theater and a whole lot more. Our perfect location combines the active outdoor lifestyle with the arts & smarts of a small college town.  With enrollment at around 1,600 full-time students, UMF is about the same size as many of New England’s most selective private colleges and offers many of the same advantages, yet at a very affordable price — providing a tremendous college value in a spectacular natural setting.  Established in 1864 as Maine’s first public institution of higher education, the University of Maine at Farmington is a founding member of The Council of Public Liberal Arts Colleges (COPLAC) an exclusive national group of public colleges and universities committed to providing superior liberal arts and sciences education.