Assistant Professor of Counseling Fall 2026
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Job Location:
Portland, TX - USA
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
30+ days ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
It is an amazing time to join our CACREP-Accredited Counselor Education Program in The School of Education and Human Development at the University of Southern Maine! We offer one of the only Counselor Education Programs that provides students with a combination of in-person hybrid and online classroom delivery options in the state and continue to be a leading program in the Northeast. We are seeking applicants for a tenure-track Assistant Professor for the Fall 2026 welcome applicants in Clinical Mental Health Counseling.
Graduates of the clinical mental health program qualify to serve as licensed clinical professional counselors (LCPC). New faculty members should possess expertise in counseling theories skills and foundation counseling courses to support students in achieving these licenses and certifications.
The targeted starting date for this position is Fall 2026and will pay a base salary of $65000 plus benefits. When hired candidates must reside within a 90-minute commutable distance from the USM requirement is essential for the ability to participate in supporting and building upon our university culture of student focused every day and allows for regular participation in on-campus activities meetings and fulfills the responsibilities of the role effectively.
About the University:
TheUniversity of Southern Maine is a vibrant academic community located in the greater Portland Maine area including campuses in Portland Gorham Lewiston and online. USM is part of the University of Maine System and offers a comprehensive array of undergraduate and graduate programs emphasizing hands-on learning community engagement and interdisciplinary collaboration. With a highly engaged student-centered learning environment USM is a steward of higher education helping drive the economic cultural and civic life in the communities where our campuses are located and is committed to providing expanded access to high-quality education that elevates economic opportunity and contributes significantly to the vitality of a diverse society. To learn more about USM visitAbout Our University.
The University of Southern Maine fosters a welcoming and supportive campus environment that respects and appreciates varied perspectives enhancing teaching learning personal growth and overall institutional achievement. We welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds who share our dedication to academic excellence and the enrichment of our community.
We are dedicated to our Service Promise Student Focused Every Day and seek a team member who embraces this commitment and upholds our core values of Respect & Care Integrity Equity and Responsiveness.
The University of Southern Maine provides highly competitivebenefits that include health dental and vision insurance; life insurance; short- and long-term disability insurance; a tuition waiver program for employees and tuition discounts for spouses and eligible dependents; a 403(b)-retirement plan with 10% employer contribution; and more. To learn more please review theBenefits Information Summary.
Required Qualifications:
- An earned doctoral degree in Counselor Education or ABD with evidence of completed doctoral degree to beprovided by start date.
- Credentialed or eligible for credentialing as a National Certified Counselor (NCC).
- Possess or be able to attain a clinical mental health counseling license in Maine - LCPC
- Experience with both face-to-face and online education and/or training.
- Evidence of commitment to diversity student success active learning and community engagement.
- Evidence of potential to pursue a relevant scholarly and research agenda.
How to Apply:
Pleaseclick on the Apply Now button or visit USM Careers and submit the following materials:
- Cover letter
- Curriculum vitae/resume
- Statement of teaching philosophy
- Research statement
- List of the names and contact information for three references.
We will examine candidate packages on an ongoing basis as they are submitted.
To ensure full consideration materials should be submitted by December 4 2025.
Appropriate background screening will be conducted for the successful candidate.
At this time the University of Southern Maine is unable to consider applicants who require Visa sponsorship support.
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 Universitys crime statistics for the past three calendar years; and disclosures regarding the Universitys current campus security policies.View the Universitys Annual Security Report (PDF). If you wish to have a paper copy of the ASR or need to have a copy of the ASR in an accessible format the University willprovide such a copy upon request. Please contact our Public Safety Office at 207.780.5211.
EEO Statement:
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 theUMS Title IX Coordinator at
Key Skills
- Experience Working With Students
- Classroom Experience
- Medical Management
- Library Services
- Pharmacy Residency
- Research Experience
- Teaching
- Higher Education Teaching
- Curriculum Development
- Grant Writing
- Mentoring
- Research Laboratory Experience
About Company
University of Maine System is composed of seven public universities throughout Maine serving more than 34,000 students. It also operates 10 regional outreach centers as well as distance education programs. The University of Maine System offers nearly 600 majors, minors, and concentrat ... View more
