STUDENT AFFAIRS MANAGER Bookmark this Posting Print Preview | Apply for this Job Please see Special Instructions for more details. Interested applicants are required to apply online and provide:
Resume
Cover letter addressing your education/experience as they apply to all minimum and preferred qualifications
A document listing the names and contact information for three professional references.
In instances where the Search and Screen Committee is unable to ascertain from a candidate’s application materials whether they meet any of the qualifications, they will be evaluated as not meeting such qualifications.All application materials will be further evaluated as evidence of excellent written communication skills.Candidates chosen for hire will be required to submit official college transcripts.Position Information Posting Details Official Job Title STUDENT AFFAIRS MANAGER Working Title: Manager of Events and Recreation Programs Position Number 0253149 Division Student Affairs Department B032800 UWM UNION Position Type Non-Teaching Academic Staff Appointment Type Non-Teaching, Fixed Renewable Pay Basis Annual Salary Grade 21 FLSA Status Exempt Percent 100% Posting Type Staff UWM Description The University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee ( UWM ) is Wisconsin’s second-largest university, with a unique dual mission of access and research to provide high-quality education for students from all backgrounds. UWM is one of 146 top research universities recognized as “R1” by the Carnegie Classification of Institutions of Higher Education. Along with its main campus in Milwaukee, UWM has a branch campus in Waukesha.UWM celebrates, values and promotes the diverse voices and experiences of its students and employees and our community partners. We believe diversity enriches and strengthens our institution. UWM is committed to providing equitable access to opportunities for students and employees from every background. We aspire to create a campus climate that is welcoming to all. Learn more here: https://uwm.edu/community-empowerment-institutional-inclusivity/about/ School/College/Division Description UWM and Milwaukee have it all. Join the UWM family and the Milwaukee community and grow professionally and personally in your career and life. As the most diverse institution in the University of Wisconsin System, we’re a learning destination for nearly 23,000 students. First-generation college students arrive here straight from high school, or years later – after starting families, changing careers or serving in the military. We make learning accessible at every age, stage of life and location. At UWM , we all share the motivation to learn and to excel. We value unique perspectives and possess the talent and desire to nurture ideas that make a global impact. The comforts and connections of a major metropolitan city meet the resources and expertise of a world-class research institution at UW-Milwaukee.Job Summary Manager of Events and Recreation Programs’ primary responsibilities are to support, plan, and implement campus traditions and student-led programming initiatives and provide direct leadership in operations, program development, supervision, financial management, and administration for the Union Studio Arts and Craft Centre and indirect supervision of the Union Recreation Center and Esports Lab.The incumbent in this position will lead and/or provide substantial support for student engagement/involvement initiatives and activities across campus including Geek Week, Fall Welcome, Winter Welcome, the Distinguished Lecture Series, athletic events, celebrations, award ceremonies, cultural events, student organization fairs, university recruitment events, and other unit activities. Additional responsibilities include support and facilitation of leadership programs, membership on the staff coaching program core planning team, and management of data collection and analysis.Minimum Qualifications Qualified candidates will possess the following:
Masters degree required (higher ed, counseling, student affairs, educational leadership, non profit management, art history, MFA , or related field)
Two or more years experience working in student involvement, activities, student life, leadership, programming, Greek life, academic advising, first year experience ( FYE ), residence life, or related area at a post-secondary education institution
Preferred Qualifications
Well-qualified candidates will possess the following:
Demonstrated capacity to supervise graduate student or professional level staff.
Demonstrated experience planning and implementing events and activities
Demonstrated experience advising student organizations and/or working with student planning committees
Demonstrated experience managing a budget, completing organizational bookkeeping, and negotiating and processing contracts
Experience in arts education programming, makerspace management, or arts-related event planning.
Target Salary Range $53,000 - $59,000
Benefits and Total Rewards
As part of UWM’s commitment to supporting the success of our team members through positive experiences, employees are provided with Benefits to Benefit You and Your Life. UWM offers a comprehensive benefits package and contributes towards the cost of several benefit plans. Employees with a qualifying position also receive an extensive leave package (https://uwm.edu/hr/benefits/leave/) including vacation, sick leave (with no expiration), personal holiday, and paid legal holidays. Please visit this link to view summary benefits information. (Compensation figures are for example purposes only.) UWM Benefits to Benefit You and Your Life (https://uwm.edu/hr/benefits-to-benefit-you-and-your-life/) Application Instructions Interested applicants are required to apply online and provide:
Resume
Cover letter addressing your education/experience as they apply to all minimum and preferred qualifications
A document listing the names and contact information for three professional references.
In instances where the Search and Screen Committee is unable to ascertain from a candidate’s application materials whether they meet any of the qualifications, they will be evaluated as not meeting such qualifications.All application materials will be further evaluated as evidence of excellent written communication skills.Candidates chosen for hire will be required to submit official college transcripts.Application Deadline 11/24/2024 Continuous (Open Until Filled?) No If Continuous, Initial Review Date Position Contact Name Becca Grassl Contact Phone (414) 229-3728 Contact Email hillr@uwm.edu Application Notes For this position, applicants are required to apply online. UWM will not consider paper, emailed or faxed applications. Additionally, applicants must complete all required fields and attach any required documents. The process is complete when the message “Your application has been submitted” is displayed and you receive a confirmation number.Legal Notices AA/EO Statement UWM is an AA/EO employer: All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, disability, or protected veteran status. Reasonable Accommodations UWM provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities who are employees or applicants for employment. Employment opportunities will not be denied because of the need to make reasonable accommodations for a qualified individual with a disability. If you need assistance or accommodation in applying because of a disability, please contact uwm-jobs@uwm.edu or 414-229-4463. This job announcement and other material on this site will be made available in alternate formats upon request to an individual with a disability. Confidentiality of Applicant Materials UWM is a State agency and subject to Wisconsin’s Open Records Law. UWM will not, however, reveal the identities of applicants who request confidentiality in writing except as may be required by Wisconsin’s Open Records law. In certain circumstances, the identities of “final candidates” and/or the identity of the appointed applicant must be revealed upon request. CBC and Reference Check Policy Employment will require a criminal background check. UWM takes the prevention of sexual misconduct seriously. As such, you and your references will be required to answer questions regarding any past findings of sexual violence and sexual harassment or any pending allegations of sexual violence or sexual harassment.Annual Security and Fire Safety Report (Clery Act) For the UWM Annual Security and Fire Safety Reports (i.e., Clery Report), which includes statistics about reported crimes and information about campus security policies, see http://www.cleryact.uwm.edu/, or call UWM’s Dean of Students Office, Student Union 345 at (414) 229-4632 for a paper copy. Employment AuthorizationIn compliance with federal law, all persons at the time of their start date will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire.Job Categories Event Planning/Program Coordination, Management/Supervisory, Student Services Applicant Documents Required Documents
Cover Letter
Resume/Curriculum Vitae
References
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