Human Resource Liaison

Job Description

The University of Southern Maine’s College of Arts, Humanities, and Social Sciences (CAHS) has an opening for a full-time Human Resources Liaison. As the Human Resources Liaison, you will play a crucial role in providing personnel related support to faculty, staff, and administrators within CAHS. This position offers an exciting opportunity to contribute to the success and well-being of our vibrant academic community.

As the Human Resources Liaison this position coordinates personnel related actions on all College of Arts, Humanities, and Social Sciences employees and acts as the liaison on Human Resources matters between the College and all other University and System offices on and off campus. This position manages compensation contracts for College faculty employees and facilitates the hiring, training, and performance reviews of each staff and faculty member; interprets, analyzes, and develops College, University and System policies and procedures; assists the Financial Manager with employee salary issues; and advises the Dean on all personnel and administrative matters.

The University of Southern Maine’s College of Arts, Humanities, and Social Sciences (CAHS) provides students with a dynamic liberal arts education that fosters creativity, critical thinking, effective communication, and civic engagement. Offering a wide range of undergraduate and graduate programs, the College combines outstanding classroom instruction with hands-on learning through research, internships, community partnerships, and creative scholarship. Located in the heart of Maine’s cultural and professional center, CAHS prepares graduates with the knowledge, skills, and experiences needed to thrive in diverse careers and make meaningful contributions to their communities.

Pay and Benefits

This is a full-time on-site position with an annual salary up to $51,000 commensurate with experience and is located on our Portland Campus.

Candidates must reside within a 90-minute commutable distance from the USM campuses. This requirement is essential for the ability to participate in supporting and building upon the university culture of "student focused every day" and allows for regular participation in on-campus activities, meetings, and fulfills the responsibilities of the role effectively.

The University of Southern Maine offers highly competitive benefits for full-time and eligible part-time employees that includes (but is not limited to):

• 13 paid holidays plus earned vacation time and sick time.
• Health, dental and vision insurance.
• Short-term and long-term disability insurance.
• Basic life insurance and supplemental life insurance.
• A tuition waiver program for employees and their spouse or dependent child(ren).
• A 403(b)-retirement plan.
• Free access to the METRO system, including the Husky Line with service between our Portland and Gorham campuses.

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About the University of Southern Maine

The University of Southern Maine is a vibrant academic community located in the greater Portland, Maine area, including campuses in Portland, Gorham, Lewiston, and online. USM is part of the University of Maine System and offers a comprehensive array of undergraduate and graduate programs, emphasizing hands-on learning, community engagement, and interdisciplinary collaboration. With a highly engaged student-centered learning environment, USM is a steward of higher education, helping drive the economic, cultural, and civic life in the communities where our campuses are located and beyond. USM is committed to providing expanded access to high-quality education that elevates economic opportunity and contributes significantly to the vitality of a diverse society. To learn more about USM, visit About Our University.

The University of Southern Maine fosters a welcoming and supportive campus environment that respects and appreciates varied perspectives, enhancing teaching, learning, personal growth, and overall institutional achievement. We welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds who share our dedication to academic excellence and the enrichment of our community.

We are dedicated to our Service Promise, Student Focused Every Day and seek a team member who embraces this commitment and upholds our core values of Respect & Care, Integrity, Equity, and Responsiveness.

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree
• Minimum of three years of relevant experience