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Executive Director of Industry Engagement
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UMass Lowell
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| The Executive Director of Industry Engagement will serve as a senior leader responsible for expanding UMass Lowell’s corporate partnerships and workforce development initiatives, with special attention to our STEM-focused partners, particularly in emerging technologies such as AI, robotics, advanced manufacturing, cybersecurity, and clean energy. This role will help develop and oversee the university’s corporate engagement strategy, lead the matrixed team of staff across the university involved in corporate engagement, and strengthen strategic relationships across industries and state economic and workforce development offices to support university priorities in technological innovation, workforce development, research partnerships, and philanthropic investment aligned with national competitiveness and the future of work.
The Executive Director will play a central role in advancing the region's economic ecosystem through robust corporate collaboration and workforce development initiatives. This includes creating industry-sector collaborations and coordination with state quasi’s such as MassTech, MassCEC, MLSC, MASS-TF, etc. In addition, the Executive Director will guide efforts to meet regional and national labor market demands—especially in advanced manufacturing, STEM fields, and onshoring—while fostering educational pathways for nontraditional learners, career changers, and individuals without a four-year degree. The position will champion UMass Lowell’s leadership in stackable microcredentials, certificate-based programs, and corporate training partnerships while leading efforts to secure grants and external funding that drive innovation and access for lifelong learners. |
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Plumber And Steamfitter I
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UMass Amherst
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| Installs, repairs, alters and maintains fluid transmission systems, sanitary fixtures, heating systems, low and high pressure steam lines, condensate lines, water lines, sprinkler lines, sewer lines; and performs other related work as required, including but not limited to, trade related asbestos abatement, repairs and/or initiates repairs on building systems such as; pneumatic control systems, heating and ventilation (HVAC) systems, cooling towers, pumps and related equipment. Employing the use and need of specialized testing and monitoring, diagnostic equipment; works synchronously with Control Technicians / trade personnel maintaining the building systems integrity, exercises functional supervision of other employees of lower grade performing related repair and maintenance activities. |
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Utility Plant Operator (Licensed Pipefitter)
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UMass Amherst
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| The Utility Plant Operator (Licensed Pipefitter) operates, maintains, and repairs the campus steam, condensate, water and sewer distribution systems and related equipment. |
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Utility Plant Operator (Licensed Pipefitter)
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UMass Amherst
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| The Utility Plant Operator (Licensed Pipefitter) operates, maintains, and repairs the campus steam, condensate, water and sewer distribution systems and related equipment. |
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Absence Management Specialist II/III (Hybrid/Remote Options)
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UMass Amherst
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| The Absence Management Specialist II is responsible for administering complex and sensitive leave of absence and workplace accommodation cases, with a strong emphasis on compliance, consultation, and case resolution. This position provides advanced support for ADA accommodations FMLA/PMFL, Workers’ Compensation claims, and other University leave programs, and partners with campus departments to resolve nuanced employee situations, and ensures alignment with federal and state laws, university policies, and collective bargaining agreements. The Specialist II serves as a resource for campus-wide guidance on absence-related matters and contributes to the continuous improvement of absence and accommodation processes.
This position may be filled at the Absence Management Specialist III level. The Specialist III is a senior-level professional who independently manages complex and sensitive cases, serves as a subject matter expert and trusted advisor to employees, supervisors, and HR partners, and provides advanced consultation and training. The Specialist III leads the full lifecycle of leave and accommodation programs, plays a key role in process improvements, reporting, and cross-functional initiatives, and ensures positive employee outcomes through seamless program coordination and legal compliance. |