Associate Director of Web and Digital Platforms

Title: Associate Director of Web and Digital Platforms

Location: Presque Isle United States

Job Identification
2987
Job Category
Information Technology [Sa1]
Hybrid
Grade
Professional Salaried grade 05
Job Schedule
Full time
Regular or Temporary
Regular
Department
UMPI Marketing and Communications
Bargaining Unit
Universities of Maine Professional Staff Association (UMPSA)

Job Description:

The University of Maine at Presque Isle (UMPI) is seeking a collaborative, innovative, and strategic Associate Director of Web and Digital Platforms to join the Marketing and Communications team. Reporting to the Director of Marketing and Communications, this full-time, fiscal-year position provides leadership for the University's web strategy, digital content initiatives, and online presence, ensuring UMPI's website and digital platforms support institutional goals while delivering an accessible, engaging, and user-focused experience.

The successful candidate will oversee website strategy, content governance, SEO, accessibility, analytics, and digital platform integrations while collaborating with campus partners, Information Technology, and marketing partners to continuously improve website functionality, performance, and user experience. This position also provides training and guidance to faculty, staff, and other campus stakeholders on web governance, accessibility, analytics, and digital content best practices.

This position may be performed remotely, in a hybrid arrangement, or on campus, depending on the needs of the University and the successful candidate. Occasional travel to the UMPI campus for training and meetings may be required. Standard business hours are Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Eastern Time, with occasional evening and weekend work as needed.

For a complete list of responsibilities and qualifications, please review the full job description.

The salary for this full-time position is $57,000.00. The University will consider the salaries of current University of Maine System employees when determining transfer or promotional appointments, based on applicable policies, skills, and experience.

The University of Maine System offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, and vision insurance, retirement plans, paid time off, tuition benefits for employees and eligible dependents, professional development opportunities, and wellness programs. 

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in web development, computer science, information technology, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Minimum of five (5) years of experience in front-end web development and management using WordPress or similar content management systems.
• Knowledge in WordPress, Kadence blocks, HTML, CSS, Adobe Creative Cloud, etc.  
• In-depth understanding of website information architecture, content priorities, accessibility standards, SEO, mobile-first design, and how to work within style guidelines.  
• Strong organizational, communication, and project management skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
• For remote work, a stable internet connection with download speeds of at least 25 Mbps is required and annual completion of a Remote Work Agreement is also required.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in higher education marketing or branding.
• Familiarity with CRM platforms such as Salesforce or HubSpot.
• Working knowledge of AP Style.
• Experience with operational management, systems analysis, and process improvement.

Work Location & Schedule
This full-time fiscal-year position may be performed remotely, in a hybrid arrangement, or on campus, depending on the needs of the University and the successful candidate. Occasional travel to the University of Maine at Presque Isle campus for training and meetings may be required. Standard business hours are Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Eastern Time, with occasional evening and weekend work as needed.

The University of Maine System offers a competitive benefits package that includes health, dental and vision insurance, retirement plans, paid time off, tuition benefits, and professional development opportunities.

How to apply 

Materials must be submitted via “Apply Now" below or visit the UMPI Careers Page.   

For application to be considered complete you must create an applicant profile (application) and submit ALL of the following: 

• Cover letter
• Resume

Important Information About the Recruitment Process:

• Applications will be reviewed on an ongoing basis. For full consideration, applications must be received by August 14, 2026. Applications received after this date may be reviewed at the discretion of the University.
• Finalist candidates will be asked to provide a list of professional references.
• A background check will be conducted for the selected candidate.
• Please note: The University is unable to consider applicants who require visa sponsorship.

About the University
For more than a century, the University of Maine at Presque Isle has been helping students find their path to great professional careers providing its 3,000 traditional and non-traditional students from all areas of the state, country, and world with life-changing opportunities in a caring, small-university environment. 

The university sits on 150 acres surrounded by the rolling hills and potato fields of northern Maine and the university strives to be the region’s premier learning institution while helping to stimulate cultural and economic development in Aroostook County and the State of Maine. The university serves as an educational and cultural center for the area and its facilities are utilized for lectures, programs, concerts, dance performances, exhibits, and plays that benefit the entire region.
 

Equal Opportunity 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.

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. 

About Us

About the University of Maine System

The University of Maine System (UMS), established in 1968, consists of seven universities and the University of Maine School of Law, spread across various locations in Maine. UMS provides system-wide services and governance from these locations, leveraging the distinct strengths and collaborations among its institutions to advance strategic priorities for UMS and the state of Maine.

Choosing UMS means opting for a high quality of life supported by excellent benefits such as tuition waivers, robust retirement contributions, and comprehensive insurance coverage including medical, dental, vision, life, and disability. Maine's diverse landscapes, from accessible wilderness and rugged coastline to urban centers and rural communities, offer numerous cultural activities, strong public schools, safe neighborhoods, and high-quality healthcare. Discover more about Maine's exemplary lifestyle on the Maine Office of Tourism website.