UVAC Chief of Service & Assistant Director of Operations

The Chief of Service (COS) provides oversight, leadership, and guidance for the University Volunteer Ambulance Corps (UVAC), a long-standing student-run service that responds to emergency calls on campus and elsewhere in the community. The COS ensures compliance with all local, state, and federal regulations related to Emergency Medical Services (EMS), manages daily medical and financial operations, maintains licensure and protocol compliance, coordinates event schedules, mutual aid agreements, and the AED program, and serves as a role model and mentor to student leaders in support of UVAC's mission to "provide the highest quality of care, both physical and emotional, to the University of Maine community." The Assistant Director of Operations supports emergency preparedness and fire safety operations for Auxiliary Enterprises' departments: reviews and implements life safety plans and procedures, coordinates safety and emergency preparedness training for staff, and manages internal response procedures to emerging and active threats and for continuity of operations during weather, environmental, or infrastructure emergencies. The Assistant Director plays a key role in strategic organizational planning and department-wide emergency response initiatives as part of the Auxiliary Enterprises Leadership Team. The Chief of Service/Assistant Director serves on the UMaine Emergency Operations Committee (EOC), representing UVAC and Auxiliaries to support campus-wide public safety and emergency response efforts. This position fosters collaborative relationships with departments and agencies and maintains a visible and engaged presence on campus and in the broader community. Typical hiring range for this position is $65,000 to $67,000 commensurate with qualifications and experience. Please review the UVAC Chief of Service & Assistant Director of Operations job description for more information. About the University The University of Maine is a community of more than 11,900 undergraduate and graduate students, and 2,500 employees located on the Orono campus, the regional campus in Machias, and throughout the state. UMaine is a land, sea and space grant university, and maintains a leadership role as the University of Maine System's flagship institution. UMaine is the state's public research university and a Carnegie R1 top-tier research institution, dedicated to providing excellent teaching, research and service for Maine, the nation and the world. More information about UMaine is at umaine.edu. The University of Maine offers a wide range of benefits for employees including, but not limited to, tuition benefits (employee and dependent), comprehensive insurance coverage including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and short and long term disability as well as retirement plan options. UMaine is located in beautiful Central Maine. Many employees report that a primary reason for choosing to come to UMaine is quality of life. Numerous cultural activities, excellent public schools, safe neighborhoods, high quality medical care, little traffic, and a reasonable cost of living make the greater Bangor area a wonderful place to live. Visit the Maine Office of Tourism to learn more about what the Bangor region has to offer. Qualifications Required Typically holds a bachelor's degree and 5 years of professional experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Five to seven years of experience as an EMT. Current certifications in CPR and First Aid, and licensed to practice as an Emergency Medical Technician (EMT), Registered Nurse (R.N.), or Paramedic. Valid Maine driver's license. Knowledge of and experience with the National Incident Management System (NIMS) with certification in ICS 100, 200, and 700. Ability to frequently lift up to 50 pounds. Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Word. Outstanding interpersonal and communication skills are essential for dealing effectively with all segments of the University community. Experience leading, motivating, and mentoring staff, and building collaborative work teams. Demonstrated ability to exercise discretion, independent judgment, initiative, and manage multiple tasks and deadlines effectively. Strong analytical and reasoning skills for assessing and solving problems, organizing resources, establishing priorities, and making decisions. Preferred National Incident Management System (NIMS) certification in ICS 300 and 400. Experience with the Maine State Bridge electronic medical records system. Experience and skill in strategic planning and successful experience with change management are desirable. Other Information To be considered for this position you will need to "Apply" and upload the documentation listed below: 1.) a cover letter which describes your experience, interests, and suitability for the position 2.) a resume/curriculum vitae Candidates selected to proceed to the final stages of the search process will be requested to provide a list of names and contact information for references. 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 p.m. EST on June 9, 2026. The successful applicant is subject to appropriate background screening and post offer physical. 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/. Clery Act The Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act, or Clery Act, mandates that all Title IV institutions, such as the University, prepare, publish and distribute an Annual Security Report, (ASR) and provide notice of the availability of the ASR to all prospective employees. This report consists of two basic parts: disclosure of the University's crime statistics for the past three calendar years; and disclosures regarding the University's current campus security policies. You may view the University's Annual Security Report. If you wish to have a paper copy of the ASR or you need to have a copy of the ASR in an accessible format, the University will provide such a copy upon request. Please contact: UMaine Police Department, 81 Rangeley Rd., The University of Maine, Orono, ME 04469-5794, or call 207.581.4053.