Director, Masters of Arts in Counseling

University of Maine System•Farmington, ME

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About The Position

The University of Maine at Farmington is seeking a Director to lead and advance its Master of Arts in Counseling graduate program. The Director provides strategic direction and supports academic excellence, curriculum development, accreditation, and continuous improvement. The position guides graduate students through advising, instruction, and mentorship; builds partnerships with community organizations, mental health professionals, and clinical internship sites; and works with the Graduate Center on recruitment, admissions, student engagement, and retention. The Director coordinates clinical practica and internships, teaches field-based courses, and ensures program alignment with Maine professional counseling licensure standards. The role also oversees program planning, accreditation activities, and budget management in collaboration with faculty and University leadership. The successful candidate will help prepare future counseling professionals and strengthen mental health services in Maine and beyond. The annual salary is up to $65,000, based on the qualifications and experience of the successful applicant, plus a 10% employer contribution to the UMS retirement plan. Benefits include medical, dental, vision, and tuition waiver programs for employees and dependents. Applicants must submit a cover letter, resume or curriculum vitae, and contact information for three professional references. Applicants requiring visa sponsorship cannot be considered. For full consideration, materials must be submitted by 4:30 p.m. EST Friday, November 13, 2026. The successful applicant is subject to appropriate background screening and a post-offer physical as applicable.

Requirements

Master's degree.
At least five years of professional experience.
Current Maine Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor (LCPC) credential.
Qualifications to provide clinical supervision in accordance with Maine LCPC regulations.
Exceptional communication, collaboration, and organizational skills.
Commitment to ethical counseling practices.
Ability to build meaningful relationships with students, colleagues, and community partners.
Strong project management skills, adaptability, and enthusiasm for advancing graduate counseling education.

Responsibilities

Provide strategic direction for the M.A. in Counseling program, supporting academic excellence, curriculum development, accreditation, and continuous improvement.
Advise, instruct, mentor, and guide graduate students through their academic and professional journeys.
Develop partnerships with community organizations, mental health professionals, and clinical internship sites.
Collaborate with the Graduate Center to strengthen recruitment, coordinate admissions, and support student engagement and retention.
Coordinate clinical practica and internships and teach field-based courses.
Ensure program alignment with Maine's professional counseling licensure standards.
Oversee program planning, accreditation activities, and budget management in collaboration with faculty and University leadership.