STUDENT UNION ASSOCIATE DIRECTOR (INST) Bookmark this Posting | Print Preview | Apply for this Job Please see Special Instructions for more details. When referencing employment history, please address your experience with the minimum and preferred qualifications listed above. Please provide this information by uploading a resume, cover letter, and reference list including email and phone numbers 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.UWM will not consider paper, emailed or faxed applications.Position Information Posting Details Official Job Title STUDENT UNION ASSOCIATE DIRECTOR (INST) Working Title: Student Union Associate Director (Inst) Position Number 02086641 Division Student Affairs Department B032800 UWM UNION Position Type Limited Appointment Appointment Type Limited Pay Basis Annual Salary Grade 26 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 branch campuses in Waukesha and Washington County.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/diversity-equity-inclusion/about-dei/ 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 The Associate Director for Events and Operations (Student Union Associate Director (Inst) provides the overall leadership and supervision of the following Student Union functional areas: Event Services, Building Operations (Mechanical Services/Custodial Services areas), Information Center, Building Management, Production Services, and leadership for the departmental fiscal management and budget development practices.The position is responsible for 22 full time staff and numerous student staff. Provides direction, mentoring and leadership to all staff through effective communication of expectations, performance management and guidance with day-to-day issues and conflict resolution. The position ensures facility oversight as well as planning and execution of facility renovations and major maintenance projects. The position responds to facility and operations related emergencies as requested by the Director and serves as primary departmental liaison to facility tenants. Learn more about the Division of Student Affairs HERE (https://uwm.edu/studentaffairs/) and UWM’s Student Union HERE (https://uwm.edu/union/) .Minimum Qualifications Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree
Four or more years of progressively increasing responsibilities in a student affairs and/or student union setting in higher education is required
At least three of the four years of experience must be directly related to managing events, building operations or facility maintenance in a leadership/supervisory capacity
Preferred Qualifications
Preferred Qualifications
Master’s degree.
Experience leading a diverse events and operations staff
Strong interpersonal skills and ability to provide clear communication with stakeholders (customer service)
Experience managing complex budgets and assessing operational needs.
Experience supervising and coaching managers and individuals as well as students.
Proven success independently executing complex projects (building, capital or construction/remodeling).
Strong background working with college students in the area of event management.
Demonstrated commitment to student development
Demonstrated commitment to the core values of the division
Target Salary Range $85,000 - $100,000
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 When referencing employment history, please address your experience with the minimum and preferred qualifications listed above. Please provide this information by uploading a resume, cover letter, and reference list including email and phone numbers 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.UWM will not consider paper, emailed or faxed applications.Application Deadline 04/14/2024 Continuous (Open Until Filled?) No If Continuous, Initial Review Date Position Contact Name Jackie Wittkowske Contact Phone 414-251-8839 Contact Email jawittko@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 Student Services, Dean/Director/Executive, Management/Supervisory Applicant Documents Required Documents
Cover Letter
Resume/Curriculum Vitae
References
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