Unity Environmental University Increases Minimum Wage for Employees

The Unity Environmental University campus at Pineland Farms ● Photo Credit: Unity Environmental University

NEW GLOUCESTER, Maine, June 18, 2024 (VSNewsNetwork.com) - Unity Environmental University has announced a significant increase in employee compensation, set to take effect on July 1, 2024. This move is aimed at enhancing the standard of living for its staff and underscores the university’s commitment to its employees and the local community.

Beginning in July, the minimum annual salary for full-time, benefit-eligible employees based in Maine will be raised to $50,000. Additionally, all employees will receive an average raise of 7%, and the minimum hourly wage for Maine-based hourly employees will be increased to $23 per hour.

“Our employees’ dedication and hard work have fueled our exceptional growth to over 7,500 students enrolled from across all 50 states and U.S. territories, making us one of the nation’s fastest-growing universities,” said President Dr. Melik Peter Khoury. “We are deeply committed to the state of Maine and aspire to be a significant economic driver for the region. This bold initiative will not only improve the livelihoods of our current Maine-based staff, we believe it will also attract top-tier talent from across the nation, enhancing our communities and fortifying our mission.”

In addition to the wage increases, Unity Environmental University is enhancing its support for students by maintaining flat tuition rates through 2030 and expanding learning support services. This initiative aims to make education more accessible and affordable for students, thereby fostering an environment conducive to academic success.

Unity is also expanding its workforce to support its growing operations. The university is looking to fill various positions, including data entry specialists, office managers, and academic support staff. Interested candidates can find more information on career opportunities at Unity Environmental University by visiting https://unity.edu/about/work-at-unity-environmental-university/.

Source: Unity Environmental University via Newswire