Administrative Assistant I

INTRODUCTION: The University of Wisconsin-Parkside is a dynamic learning community grounded in academic excellence and focused on student success, diversity, inclusion and community engagement.
One of 13 four-year institutions within the University of Wisconsin System, Parkside provides an educational value to our students that¿s unparalleled.
An affordable, high-quality education is an investment in one's future, and we believe the cost of an education should not prevent any student from achieving his or her educational and professional goals.
The university is the proud recipient of the 2022 AASCU Excellence & Innovation Award for Student Success and College Completion from The American Association of State Colleges and Universities (AASCU), a testament to years of strategic efforts.
UW-Parkside is a great place to start or enhance your career.
The campus is nestled in 700 acres of woodland and prairie and two miles west of Lake Michigan in Kenosha, WI.
At Parkside we offer competitive pay and benefits, as well as an engaging and supportive work environment.
Parkside is a community that's easy to call home.
Find out why.
Position Title: Administrative Assistant I Employment Type: Part Time (at least 50% FTE), University Staff Reports To: The Administrative Assistant I will report to the College of Natural and Health Sciences Associate Dean (who is also the Director of the Center for Health Sciences) and will be supervised by the Dean's Assistant The successful candidate will primarily support the staff of the College of Natural and Health Sciences Associate Dean, Center for Health Sciences, and College Advising Staff.
The candidate will provide support to the staff within these programs as well as the students who seek out these services.
In addition, this person will serve as the Program Manager for the newly established Ascension Scholarship Programs.
In that capacity, this person will help the Ascension Scholars Program Recipients complete their degrees, prepare for successful careers, and make the most of opportunities in the program.
The program manager will meet with each student on a biweekly basis, and will work with campus partners to deliver academic, financial, and social support strategies needed for success as UW-Parkside students.
The program manager will develop the program to be successful for the long term.
They will recruit students, create opportunities for student engagement in the community, coordinate healthcare mentoring and clinical placements, and serve as a liaison to our partners at Ascension All Saints.
JOB DUTIES: Schedules logistics and secures resources for meetings, conferences, travel, and work unit operations Sends, receives, copies, and distributes communications to the appropriate entities according to established policies and procedures Tracks, stocks, orders, and inventories office supplies to ensure adequate materials are available for workplace operation Serves as first point of contact for individuals and groups providing basic organizational information via phone, in person, and through other communication mediums, routing more complex inquiries to the appropriate entities Manages Associate Dean / Director of the Center for Health Sciences schedule and calendar Provides and facilitates communication between Associate Dean / Director of the Center for Health Sciences and students Key point person for Ascension Scholarship program QUALIFICATIONS: Associate Degree, or higher At least two years experience providing administrative support Experience working in Higher Education Experience with Customer Service The person hired for this position will work closely with many sections within the College of Natural and Health Sciences including the Dean, Associate Dean / Director for the Center for Health Sciences, the Advising Staff within the College, the Dean's Assistant, and the students within this College.
This position will be housed within the College in close proximity to all these stakeholders.
SPECIAL NOTES: SALARY AND BENEFITS Commensurate with qualifications and experience.
The University of Wisconsin System provides a liberal benefits package, including participation in a state pension plan.
Benefit Details: https://www.
wisconsin.
edu/ohrwd/benefits/ Total Compensation Estimator: https://www.
wisconsin.
edu/ohrwd/benefits/totalcomp/ LEGAL NOTICES Employment will require a criminal background check in accordance with the Wisconsin Fair Employment Act.
It will also require you and your references to answer questions regarding sexual violence and sexual harassment.
(see TC1 - App.
4 and p.
12) Note: Criminal Background Check - The Department of Workforce Development, Equal Rights Division prohibits employers from using criminal background check information, policies or practices that have a ¿disparate impact¿ and is not ¿job-related and consistent with business necessity¿ in hiring decisions.
All information used to screen or hire job applicants should relate to the duties of the job.
UW-Parkside is an AA/EEO 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.
Individuals from diverse backgrounds are encouraged to apply.
It is the policy of UW-Parkside to provide reasonable accommodations to qualified applicants with disabilities.
If you need assistance or accommodation in applying because of a disability, please contact the Office of Human Resources at 262-595-2204.
Employment opportunities will not be denied because of the need to make reasonable accommodations for a qualified individual's disability.
In compliance with the Clery Act of 1998, the University of Wisconsin Parkside Crime Statistics Report is available at https://www.
uwp.
edu/live/offices/universitypolice/crimestats.
cfm.
Call the UW-Parkside Campus Police Office at (262) 595-2455 for a paper copy of the annual report.
THE UNIVERSITY UW-Parkside is a regional comprehensive university that is committed to accessibility, academic excellence, student success, diversity, and community engagement.
This beautiful campus is on 700 acres of woodland & prairie in the heart of the Milwaukee/Chicago corridor, between Racine and Kenosha and near Lake Michigan.
The university enrolls approximately 5,000 students, many of whom are first- generation and nontraditional students.
UW-Parkside benefits from the diversity of the communities it services in Kenosha, Racine, and Walworth Counties.
Kenosha and Racine are small cities that offer tranquility and convenience.
The myriad attractions of Milwaukee and Chicago are easily accessible, as is the solitude of the country.
UW-Parkside is strongly committed to creating and maintaining a multicultural, pluralistic campus environment.
The tri-county region that comprises the University¿s primary service area is home to an impressive array of businesses.
There are more than 10,000 small businesses in the region, as well as a large number of globally-recognized employers.
The college, through its active, engaged Advisory Board, enjoys a close relationship with many of these businesses.
For further information regarding the University and community, please see our website at www.
uwp.
edu.
TO ENSURE CONSIDERATION: Applications received by 10/29/23 are ensured full consideration; position is open until filled.
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Please be sure you have included: Cover Letter outlining your qualifications for the position Resume The names and email addresses of three (3) professional references Applications received by 10/29/23 ensured full consideration; position is open until filled.
It is the policy of UW Parkside to provide reasonable accommodations to qualified applicants with disabilities.
If you need assistance, or accommodation in applying because of a disability, please contact us using the information below.
Employment opportunities will not be denied because of the need to make reasonable accommodations for a qualified individual's disability.
If you have application questions call or email: Amber Marzette (262)595-2042 marzetta@uwp.
edu