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University of Maine System Confidential Resource Advisor in Gorham, Maine
The University of Maine System is seeking to hire a Confidential Resource Advisor. This position is a member of the Office of Human Resources (HR) and reports directly to the Chief Human Resources Officer. The position's primary location is at the University of Southern Maine's Gorham campus. The person who fulfills this role will provide emergency and ongoing support to survivors of sexual violence, intimate partner violence, and stalking. (20-A MRSA c. 445 Sexual Violence, Intimate Partner Violence and Stalking at Institutions of Higher Education.)
Work Schedule: Monday through Friday, 8 am to 4:30 pm with occasional nights and weekends. A flexible work schedule with up to 20% remote work opportunity is available if desired.
Salary: The annual salary is $45,000.
Benefits: The University of Maine System offers a highly competitive benefits package that includes (but is not limited to):
13 paid holidays plus earned vacation and sick time
Health, Dental, and Vision insurance
Short-term disability insurance and employer-paid long-term disability insurance
Employer-paid basic life insurance and supplemental life insurance
Tuition waiver program for employees and their dependents (spouse, domestic partner, and dependent children)
403(b) retirement plan with employer contribution
To learn more, please review the Benefits Information Summary (https://docs.google.com/document/d/1PiJzlCgbypar8lq6-SKBaE1SSoyivhwiVO2IdZM3I24/edit?tab=t.0) .
Confidential Resource Advisor job description (https://docs.google.com/document/d/1MFBdlyW2zlGYCEeCwUzeJxGSniJmkavj/edit?usp=sharing&ouid=110440131131110993671&rtpof=true&sd=true) .
Required Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree or equivalent years of relevant work experience and/or training and education.
Experience in sexual violence or domestic violence advocacy.
Demonstrated ability to effectively provide victim services related to sexual violence, intimate partner violence, and stalking.
Preferred Qualifications:
Master’s degree in counseling, social work, or related field.
Strong administrative skills.
Experience working in the field of sexual and intimate partner violence and stalking.
Experience in one or more of the following areas: conducting training, developing curriculum, supervising staff and/or volunteers, recruitment and retention of staff, leading support groups, and/or working with teens.
Experience developing and implementing training/education programs.
Contemporary knowledge of current events, social movements, climate, and political trends broadly and those related to campus life especially. Experience working in a university setting and college communities.
How to Apply:
Materials must be submitted via “Apply Now” below. You will need to complete an application and upload the following:
A cover letter that describes your experience, interests, and suitability for the position.
A resume/curriculum vitae.
Important items to know about the recruitment process:
Review of applications will begin immediately. For full consideration, materials must be submitted no later than 4:30 p.m. EST on March 27, 2026.
Materials received after the initial review date will be reviewed at the discretion of the University.
Incomplete application materials cannot be considered.
Candidates selected to proceed to the final stages of the search process will be requested to provide three (3) names and contact information for references.
The successful applicant is subject to appropriate background screenings.
We are not able to consider applicants who require Visa sponsorship.
The University of Maine System (the System) is an equal opportunity institution committed to fostering a nondiscriminatory environment and complying with all applicable nondiscrimination laws. Consistent with State and Federal law, the System does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, transgender status, gender, gender identity or expression, ethnicity, national origin, citizenship status, familial status, ancestry, age, disability (physical or mental), genetic information, pregnancy, or veteran or military status in any aspect of its education, programs and activities, and employment. The System provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request. If you believe you have experienced discrimination or harassment, you are encouraged to contact the System Office of Equal Opportunity and Title IX Services at 5713 Chadbourne Hall, Room 412, Orono, ME 04469-5713, by calling 207.581.1226, or via TTY at 711 (Maine Relay System). For more information about Title IX or to file a complaint, please contact the UMS Title IX Coordinator at www.maine.edu/title-ix/.
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 (https://www.maine.edu/strategic-plan/) 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 (https://visitmaine.com/plan-your-visit/relocating-to-maine) .