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Would you be excited about the opportunity to empower Maine students, especially first-generation college students, to make informed decisions about their continued education and work plans?

If yes, you could be the candidate we are looking for to be the next College Success Specialist at Southern Maine Community College in South Portland, ME.

This position is a full-time employee of JMG and will work with students connected with Southern Maine Community College. This role will collaborate closely with College admissions and the student support office and collaborate and communicate frequently with JMG High School programs and other College Success Specialists to facilitate pathway decisions for youth. The role of the Specialist includes support toward degree attainment, credential attainment, and job training and advancement for each student. This position will require leveraging the resources of the business community and post-secondary education resources to support students as they navigate pathways.

This is a year-round, full-time, salaried position, with a flexible schedule in June & July (one day a week on campus requirement during these months).

The start date for this position is ASAP

Compensation for this position is $43,000

Paid time off includes 15 vacation days, plus 15 more vacation days based on the SMCC College calendar, 3 weeks of sick time, 2 personal days, and 1 week of Covid time if needed

Founded in 1993, JMG partners with public education and private businesses to offer results-driven solutions to ensure all Maine students graduate, attain post-secondary credentials, and pursue meaningful careers. *JMG was ranked the #1 mid-sized company in 2021 by Best Places to Work in ME. *Please visit our website at JMG.org to learn more.

JMG takes an inclusive approach to all our hiring practices and wants to hire those who best align with our mission and goals. Research shows that individuals from historically marginalized groups tend to self-select out of opportunities. If you see yourself in this job description but feel like you may not meet a strict interpretation of every single criterion, we encourage you to apply anyway!

JMG does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, familial status, or based on an individual's status in any group or class protected by applicable federal, state or local law. JMG encourages applications from diverse populations, women, persons with disabilities, protected veterans and all other qualified applicants.