The Catherine Cutler Institute at the University of Southern Maine is seeking a Research Associate II – Continuous Quality Improvement (CQI) Manager for the Tribal Center. The Research Associate II (https://drive.google.com/file/d/19tZYp83d0j\_vP05pMs8bO6xLze4SY30C/view?usp=sharing) will serve as the Continuous Quality Improvement Manager for the National Tribal Child Welfare Center for Innovation and Advancement (the Center) (https://www.ntcwcia.org/) , a five-year cooperative agreement funded by the Children’s Bureau that provides training and technical assistance to Tribal child welfare programs in five priority areas: workforce supports, prevention programs, federal requirement support, tribal-state collaborations, and data management. This position is responsible for developing and implementing strategies to improve processes, increase efficiencies, and enhance organizational performance within the Center. This position will train staff and implement projects to achieve continuous improvement goals. The role involves analyzing data, identifying areas for improvement, tracking progress to ensure measurable results, facilitating engaging and interactive meetings and presentations, and reporting to the funder. This is a grant funded position with a starting annual salary up to $75,000 commensurate with experience. This position can be a remote or hybrid position. The University of Southern Maine offers highly competitive benefits (https://usm.maine.edu/campus-human-resource-services/benefits-and-wellness/) for full-time and eligible part-time employees that includes (but is not limited to): + 13 paid holidays plus earned vacation time and sick time. + Health, dental and vision insurance. + Low-cost short-term disability insurance and employer-paid long-term disability insurance. + Employer-paid basic life insurance and supplemental life insurance. + A tuition waiver program for employees and their spouse or dependent child(ren). + A 403(b)-retirement plan with employer contribution. + Free access to the METRO system, including the Husky Line with service between our Portland and Gorham campuses. To learn more, please review the Benefits Information Summary (https://usm.maine.edu/campus-human-resource-services/wp-content/uploads/sites/235/2022/07/Single-Page-Benefits-UMPSA.pdf) . The University of Southern Maine (https://usm.maine.edu/) 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 (https://usm.maine.edu/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. Required Qualifications and Skills: + Previous experience working with American Indian/Alaska Native individuals and/or communities. + Bachelor’s Degree and seven years of experience managing quality improvement or equivalent combination of higher education and experience. + Excellent written and oral communication skills. + Ability to work on a variety of large and small teams with diverse groups of people. 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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. View the University’s Annual Security Report (PDF) (https://usm.maine.edu/public-safety/annual-security-and-fire-safety-report/) . 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 will provide such a copy upon request. Please contact our Public Safety Office at 207.780.5211. EEO Statement: The University of Southern Maine is an EEO/AA employer and is committed to nondiscrimination. For inquiries regarding non-discrimination policies, please contact the Office of Equal Opportunity and Title IX Services, 5713 Chadbourne Hall, Room 412, University of Maine, Orono, ME 04469-5713, 207-581-1226. TTY 711 (Maine Relay System)