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Associate Director First Year Recruitment (Hybrid) UMass Amherst
The Associate Director of First-Year Recruitment is responsible for building a domestic recruiting network to ensure a strong application pool for the freshman class. The Associate Director collaborates closely with the Associate Director for Diversity Recruitment & Enrollment and Associate Director of First-Year Admissions to recruit and enroll the freshman class.
Executive Creative Director (Hybrid Opportunity) UMass Amherst
The Executive Creative Director directs and develops compelling, best-in-class, strategic and effective solutions that set the creative standard for university marketing material. As the strategic leader for the MarCom creative team, the ECD partners closely with colleagues in University Relations and collaborates effectively with schools, colleges and university-wide units, and external partners. This position builds on brand architecture (verbal and visual) to generate creative communications that grow UMass Amherst’s brand awareness and enhance our reputation.
Research Fellow - Somneuro Lab UMass Amherst
The Somneuro Lab (directed by Dr. Rebecca Spencer) at the University of Massachusetts, Amherst is seeking a full-time Research Fellow for an NIH-funded study of brain development, sleep, and memory in early childhood. This project is in collaboration with Dr. Tracy Riggins (University of Maryland).
Assistant Dean of Students for Student Conduct & Community Standards UMass Amherst
Under the general supervision of the Associate Dean of Students and Director of Student Conduct and Community Standards, the Assistant Dean of Students for Student Conduct and Community Standards performs a variety of functions and responsibilities related to the delivery of student services with primary responsibility for the day-to-day implementation of the University Student Conduct system.
Clerk IV (Business Development & Lead Analyst) UMass Amherst
The business development and lead analyst will work with program directors and staff and will be responsible for managing qualified leads for the Elaine Marieb College of Nursing (EMCON) academic programs, including graduate, undergraduates, and certificate programs.
Executive Sous Chef (Catering) UMass Amherst
Under the supervision of the Director, UMass Catering, the Executive Sous Chef is responsible for management of the production area of UMass Catering to include food preparation, recipe and menu development, staff scheduling as well as and culinary initiatives.  The incumbent of this position also works with the Director, UMass Catering in formulating a yearly food budget for the UMass Catering Department.
Salesforce Administrator II (Hybrid/Remote Opportunity) UMass Amherst
The Salesforce Administrator II is part of the UMass Enterprise Systems and Development Team and will work on full life-cycle software development projects including requirement gathering, development, acceptance testing, roll-out, user training, support, and maintenance. They will use Salesforce tools to set up and configure applications, manage data, build customized dashboards and actionable reports, set up workflows, alerts, and access controls, and address and resolve user issues.
Director of Marketing & Publicity (Hybrid Opportunity) UMass Amherst
The Director of Marketing and Publicity crafts engaging materials, develops strategic plans, and spearheads marketing efforts to promote the Department of Music and Dance's academic programs, concerts, special events, and projects. The Director also supervises the Department’s webmaster and student employees, collaborating closely with the Department’s Director of Admissions and the College of Humanities and Fine Arts (HFA) Director of Marketing and Communications.
Extension Educator II - Nutrition Education Program - Auburn Office (Hybrid Opportunity) UMass Amherst
The Extension Educator II will plan, conduct and evaluate educational workshops and training sessions with Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) eligible youth and adults for SNAP-ED in the Central region, as detailed in the Annual SNAP-ED Program Plan. This position is based out of the Auburn, MA Extension Office.
Capital Project Manager- Alterations UMass Amherst
Under the general direction of the Alterations Senior Construction Projects Manager, this position is responsible for the project management and supervision for Alterations construction projects utilizing both in-house resources and external consultants, contractors, and vendors.
Learning Technology Support Supervisor UMass Amherst
The Learning Technology Supervisor supervises and leads a team of support specialists and graduate students to provide high quality, customer-centered support in instructional technologies, including the campus Learning Management System (LMS) and third-party tools. This position supports UMass initiatives by leading projects and collaborating with other departments to optimize the use of learning management systems, digital tools, and educational resources.
Director of Wellbeing Education and Services UMass Amherst
The Director of Wellbeing Education and Services provides department leadership for daily management and oversight of wellness education programs, facilities and services including professional staff, student employees, and contracted services including overseeing the operations of those areas.  Under general direction from the Executive Director of Recreation and Wellbeing.
Clinical Placement Service Manager UMass Amherst
The College of Nursing is seeking a full-time 12-month Graduate Clinical Placement Services Manager. Under the general direction of the Associate Dean of Academic Affairs, and in collaboration with program directors, this staff member will recruit new clinical placement locations and preceptors as well as maintain existing relationships for our nursing students who are both local and located nationally. They will work with the College of Nursing faculty and other departments within the campus to promote opportunities for inter-professional education. This position requires a dynamic response to a constantly changing work environment. This position requires a history of successful recruitment, excellent communication skills, general knowledge of healthcare systems, as well as administrative/clerical skills.
Assistant Director for Student Activities UMass Amherst
Under general supervision of the Senior Director of Student Organizational Development and Management, the Assistant Director of Student Activities oversees all aspects of routine student event planning and advising, including risk, travel, and budget management for Registered Student Organizations (RSO).
Assistant Professor of Legal Studies Program, Department of Political Science & Commonwealth Honors College UMass Amherst
The interdisciplinary Legal Studies Program of the Department of Political Science and the Commonwealth Honors College at the University of Massachusetts Amherst are pleased to announce a joint faculty position at the rank of Assistant Professor of Legal Studies and Commonwealth Honors College, to commence Fall 2025. This is an Honors faculty tenure-track position. We welcome applicants from a variety of methodological, disciplinary, and theoretical backgrounds with a substantive focus on law, crime, and society, punishment, and/or the carceral state, in the United States or the US in comparative perspective. The teaching load is 2/2 and consists of two Legal Studies courses and two Honors courses per year, particularly the Honors Thesis Seminar or courses satisfying General Education requirements. Honors Faculty also are engaged in the Commonwealth Honors College community and meet annually with the CHC Dean, in addition to contributing to the life of their home department, college, and university.
Research Fellow - Family Forest Research Center (NWOS) UMass Amherst
The FFRC is seeking a motivated and personable Research Fellow to join our team. This position involves working closely with FFRC directors Dr. Brett Butler and Paul Catanzaro, and other FFRC members, on various projects that explore the attitudes and behaviors of family forest owners and their impacts on the landscape. Specific responsibilities will be tailored to the fellow’s interests and skills, providing a dynamic and flexible work environment. Projects are to be determined, but will likely include social-justice related topics, including Tribal forest ownership.
Skilled Laborer II (Hoisting License - Grounds Department) UMass Amherst
Provides the care and maintenance of lawns, trees, shrubs, flowerbeds, walks, roadways, and parking lots.
Third Class Power Plant Engineer (1 Year Appointment) UMass Amherst
The person holding this position will be responsible for the safe and efficient operation of the University of Massachusetts Amherst Central Heating Plant equipment and systems and assists with maintenance tasks as assigned. This position reports to the Operations Manager and receives functional supervision from the Lead Operator.
Technical Assistant II (Pest Control - 3rd Shift) UMass Amherst
Performs technical work related to pest and rodent control within and around University owned buildings and land; performs related work as required.
Technical Assistant II (Pest Control - 2nd Shift) UMass Amherst
Performs technical work related to pest and rodent control within and around University owned buildings and land; performs related work as required.

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