"Assistant Professor of Counseling"

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 semester. We 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 USM Counselor Education program is accredited by the Council for the Accreditation of Counseling and Related Educational Programs (CACREP). The successful candidate will be expected to teach a range of courses in their respective specialty area of Clinical Mental Health Counseling and core counselor education program courses. The successful candidate will engage in regular student advising, pursue a scholarly agenda, and be actively involved in service to the students, department, school, university and the profession.

The Counselor Education Department philosophy is to prepare our graduates to act as facilitators of change in the lives of individuals at all developmental levels. By modeling high standards of professionalism and offering a foundation of knowledge, skills, self-awareness, and practice, the Counselor Education program aspires to prepare counselors of the highest quality to work in schools, mental health agencies, businesses, hospitals, rehabilitation organizations, private practice, and other settings.

The targeted starting date for this position is Fall 2026 and will pay a base salary of $65,000 plus benefits. When hired, candidates must reside within a 90-minute commutable distance from the USM campuses. This 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:

The University 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 beyond. USM 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, visit About 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 competitive benefits 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 the Benefits Information Summary.

Required Qualifications:

• An earned doctoral degree in Counselor Education or ABD with evidence of completed doctoral degree to be provided 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:

Please visit the job posting at 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.