Dean's Office Coordinator, College of Business

Position Details

Position Information

Position Type Professional Staff

Faculty Track

Position Title Dean's Office Coordinator, College of Business

Employment Status Full Time

Months 12

Campus Biddeford, ME

Description

• The College of Business at the University of New England is seeking a Dean’s Office Coordinator to provide high-level administrative and organizational support to the Dean’s Office while collaborating with key stakeholders across a range of programmatic, academic, operational, and administrative functions. Under the direction of the College of Business Dean and in close collaboration with the Senior Assistant to the Dean, this role offers an exciting opportunity to contribute to the success of the college while gaining valuable experience in various aspects of higher education.

• About The University of New England

• UNE is Maine’s largest private university, with two beautiful coastal campuses in Maine, a one-of-a-kind study-abroad campus in Tangier, Morocco, and an array of flexible online offerings. In an uncommonly welcoming and supportive community, we offer hands-on learning, empowering students to positively impact a world full of challenges. We are the state’s top provider of health professionals and home to Maine’s only medical and dental colleges, a variety of other interprofessionally aligned health care programs, and nationally recognized programs in the marine sciences, the natural and social sciences, business, the humanities, and the arts.

• Benefits Overview

• Multiple health and dental plan options, plus vision coverage.

• Up to 8% retirement plan match.

• Generous leave time, including vacation, sick, and personal time, and 12+ holidays per year.

• Educational benefits:

• UNE tuition waiver for employees, spouses, and domestic partners

• For more information about our outstanding benefits, please visit: UNE Benefits Overview

Responsibilities

• Works as part of the Dean’s Office to provide high-level administrative and organizational support.
• Provides administrative and logistical support to the college’s programs and centers.
• Assists with scheduling and coordinating on-campus events, such as faculty interviews and visits from other invited guests.
• Provides administrative support to the college’s Program Directors.
• Supports the Dean’s Office in the faculty and professional staff onboarding process.
• Cross-trains to support other COB staff with job duties during temporary periods of increased workload or when staff are on leave.
• Assists in planning various COB annual and periodic events.
• Provides support and/or participates in COB committees as necessary, including preparing reports, taking minutes, and tracking actions and recommendations.
• Manages office supplies and inventory, ensuring timely ordering and restocking to maintain efficient office operations.
• At the discretion of the Senior Assistant to the Dean, serves as a reference for faculty and staff, addressing inquiries and directing them to the appropriate parties.
• Maintains current knowledge of University policies and procedures.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Business or a related field with 2 years of relevant administrative experience is preferred, or a combination of education and experience from which comparable knowledge and skills are acquired.

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, and PowerPoint) is required.

• Experience with Learning Management Systems and Electronic Health Record platforms is preferred.

• Strong planning, administrative, and organizational abilities, with excellent reading, spelling, grammar, and writing skills.

• Ability to interact effectively with a wide range of individuals both within and outside the University.

• Excellent oral and written communication skills.

• Prior experience in higher education is preferred.

• Ability to collaborate effectively within a team.

• Task-oriented with the flexibility to adapt and prioritize in response to unexpected demands.

• EEO Statement Summary

• Consistent with federal and state law and University policy, the University of New England is committed to the fundamental concept of equal opportunity for all of the members of the University community. The University prohibits, and will not tolerate, discrimination in employment, the provision of academic services or in any other area of University life based on race, color, sex, physical or mental disability, religion, age, ancestry, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, ethnicity, genetic information, HIV status, or status as a veteran. Prohibited bias factors should not motivate decisions regarding students, employees, applicants for admission, applicants for employment, contractors, volunteers or participants in and/or users of institutional programs, services, and activities.

• Vaccination Statement (PLEASE NOTE)

• Employees in clinical settings must meet the State of Maine’s immunization requirements for clinical activity.

• Additional Note

• This position is not eligible for H-1B visa sponsorship or STEM OPT extension.

• Anticipated Pay Range

• 47,000 - 51,000

• Posting Detail Information

• Posting Number

• 2022PS1006P

• Open Date

• 09/25/2026

• Close Date

• Open Until Filled

• Yes

• Supplemental Questions

• Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• Documents Needed to Apply

• Required Documents

• Cover Letter

• Resume

• Optional Documents

• Letter of Recommendation

• Names and contact information for three professional references