The flagship of the University of Massachusetts system has opened a public search for its next Ombudsperson.  The search will fill the position long held by Catharine Porter, who retired last July, but wh has stayed on on part-time in a post-retirement appointment.  This is the first time that the position will be filled from outside the university.  The position will head an office that serves a total student, staff, and faculty population of about 40,000.  
Applicant must have a Bachelor's degree (advanced degree preferred); five years of mediation/conflict resolution experience (experience in higher education preferred); formal mediation training and/or certification; and knowledge of professional Ombuds standards. Applications are due March 27, 2015; no salary indicated.  (UMass Jobs via Indeed; UMass Faculty Senate Note.)

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