Associate Outreach Specialists at UWM School of Continuing Education

The School of Continuing Education (SCE) at the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee is looking for two hands-on, energetic, organized, and detail oriented individuals to join a team of professionals in a dynamic, fast-paced, educational environment working with the Business, Management, Engineering and Technology program units. SCE, an educational destination of choice for ages “4-94”, delivers educational opportunities via traditional classroom interaction, online and blended instruction, and offers customized training onsite at locations throughout the city, region, and country. The business and engineering program units offer educational seminars for professional development through short courses, workshops, and certificate programs in Engineering, Sustainability, Project Management, Information Technology, Labor Relations, Human Resources, and Leadership and Management Development and more.

These two positions will work in a team environment functioning as program coordinators assisting in the planning, development, delivery, logistics, administration, and evaluation of programs. The Associate Outreach Specialists will assist the program director and business development manager with day-to –day operations of the program areas, including the scheduling of classes and instructional staff, promotion and publicity tasks, writing and editing marketing copy and related tasks.

SPECIFIC DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE:

· Schedule activities related to training programs.

· Assist with marketing activities – defining lists, maintain “go to” lists, proofing and editing copy.

· Manage instructor relationships – assisting with scheduling, travel arrangements, material coordination, contracting activities, and classroom preparation.

· Manage participant relationships – answer curriculum based questions from students, start-up programs/introduce instructors, resolve participant disputes, and seek opportunities to interact.

· Monitor enrollments and use data to identify strategic marketing needs/opportunities.

· Manage customized training logistics – classroom location, delivery of materials, and communication with participants.

· Direct the program activities with the program administrators and students – preparing materials and support activities.

· Attend training sessions when necessary as a UWM representative.

· Assist in the development of program budgets and program fees.

· Evaluate the current program activity.

QUALIFICATIONS

· Bachelor’s degree required.

· Excellent oral, written and interpersonal communication skills are necessary for communicating and building relationships with instructors, program participants and staff.

· Strong organizational skills as well as the ability to prioritize and manage multiple responsibilities are also required.

· Ability to problem-solve and implement solutions that foster the mission of SCE is required.

· Proficiency in using computers and Microsoft Office Suite software is required.

· Experience in the development, design, and implementation of educational training and program planning preferred.

· Experience in marketing, promoting, and publicity of training and educational programs preferred.

· Evaluation or assessment experience preferred.

· Familiarity with program topics in one or more of the unit program areas (Business, Management, Engineering, Technology) preferred.

· Knowledge of budgets and budget reconciliation preferred.

· Prior experience in a team environment preferred.

SALARY: Hiring range 3, $35,358- $44,197, midpoint, based on qualifications and experience. This position has excellent fringe benefits including four weeks annual vacation.

TYPE OF APPOINTMENT: This is a full-time, fixed-term academic staff position, renewable annually.

APPLICATION DEADLINE: August 22, 2010

FOR MORE INFORMATION: Contact Karen Perlewitz, SCE HR Specialist, kperlewi@uwm.edu or visit our website at www.sce-jobs.uwm.edu

HOW TO APPLY:

All applications must be done online through the UWM Human Resources web site. The following link will take you directly to our position: http://jobs.uwm.edu/postings/4786

Completed application materials must include a cover letter, professional resume/vita, and the names and contact information for three professional references. You must address your experience and knowledge as it specifically relates to the Qualifications listed in the position description

The names of those nominees and applicants who have not requested that their identities be withheld and the names of all finalists will be released upon request.

All finalists for this position will require a criminal records review consistent with the Wisconsin Fair Employment Act.

The University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee is an affirmative action, equal employment opportunity employer.

For the UWM Campus Security Report, see Http://www.uwm.edu/Dept/OSL/CleryAct/CleryAct.html, or call the Office of Student Life, Mellencamp Hall 118 at (414) 229-4632 for a paper copy.

Director, Campus Recruitment Programs and Visitor Services - UWM

Division of Academic Affairs
Department of Recruitment and Outreach
University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee
Position: Assistant Director
Working Title: Director, Campus Recruitment Programs and Visitor Services
Appointment Type: Academic Staff, full-time position with a 12 month probationary renewable contract
Desired starting date: September 1, 2010
Responsibilities: As a member of the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee Department of Recruitment and Outreach team, this individual advises and coordinates campus-wide undergraduate recruitment efforts in support of university enrollment management goals and initiatives. Responsibilities include intercampus recruitment liaison efforts, effective and ongoing coordination, development and assessment of existing and new visit programs and services, staff supervision and development, and resource management. A special focus of this position is the management and oversight of the university’s newly acquired client relations management (CRM) system in support and enhancement of recruitment and outreach effectiveness. The incumbent reports to the Executive Director and sits on the Departmental leadership team and other campus teams addressing enrollment management and related issues.
Qualifications: Master’s degree, minimum 4 years professional experience, including experience coordinating programs and giving public presentations required. Experience supervising staff also required, professional staff/ direct reports preferred. Direct experience utilizing client relation management systems or other student communication or tracking systems strongly preferred. Recruitment and/or admissions experience in college/university setting highly desired, program coordination in higher ed setting also a plus. Knowledge of recruitment/admissions best practices and national trends in higher education desirable.
Salary/Pay Basis: Salary Range 6, $53,249-66,561; salary will be commensurate with experience within the UWM academic staff salary structure. Outstanding fringe benefits.
Application Deadline: July 12, 2010
Application Procedure: Persons interested in being considered for this position must apply through the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee Employment Site at: http://jobs.uwm.edu/postings/4635
For consideration, completed application materials must include a professional resume, letter of application addressing required and preferred qualifications as listed above, and the names and contact information for three professional references. All application materials will be further evaluated as evidence of excellent written communication skills. Candidates chosen for an interview will be required to submit official college transcripts.
UWM is an AA/EEO Employer. The names of nominees and applicants who have not requested that their identities be withheld and the names of all finalists will be released upon request.
For the UWM Campus Security Report and Policy please see http://www.cleryact.uwm.edu or call the Office of Student Life at 414-229-4632.
All finalists for this position will require a criminal records review consistent with the Wisconsin Fair Employment Act.

Univeristy of Wisconsin-Milwaukee: TRIO & Pre-College Programs- Associate/No-Prefix Advisor

University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee

Division of Academic Affairs

TRIO & Pre-College Programs

Mini Course Program

Position Vacancy Announcement

Associate/No-Prefix Advisor

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TRIO & Pre-College Programs is seeking applications from individuals interested in a probationary, non-teaching, academic staff position as associate/no-prefix advisor. This position will be responsible for providing assistance with the development and implementation of academic support programs and services for elementary, middle and high school students in the Mini Course Program including academic advising, recruitment, community outreach, and scheduling of campus tours. The person must possess a valid driver’s license, and be able to work some evenings and weekends.

Minimum Qualifications:

· Bachelor’s degree at the time of hire

· Minimum of 1 year experience working with low-income and educationally disadvantaged population to qualify for associate advisor level consideration

· Minimum of 2 years of experience working with low-income and educationally disadvantaged population to qualify for no-prefix level consideration

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Education, liberal arts, counseling, or social science.
• Ability to relate to individuals from various backgrounds.
• Sensitive to the needs of underrepresented populations and educationally disadvantaged pupils.
• Experience in overcoming obstacles similar to those encountered by the target population.
• Pre-College, post-secondary education work experience.

· Experience executing academic advising type activities/workshops.

Type of Appointment and Salary:

This is a probationary, non-teaching, academic staff appointment, including some evening and weekend hours. Salary ranges from $30,853 to $44,197 depending on the level of educational training and/or years of professional advising experience and/or counseling work experience within the UWM academic staff salary structure and includes a comprehensive benefits package covered under the Wisconsin Retirement System.

Applicants must submit electronically, to www.jobs.uwm.edu, a cover letter, resume, and the names, titles, and phone numbers of three professional references by the application deadline date of 3/22/2010.

Contact Information:

Interested individuals are welcome to contact, Patricia Goeman at (414) 229-6236 or plg@uwm.edu, regarding any questions and/or concerns regarding this position vacancy.

UWM is an AA/EEO Employer.

All finalists for this position will require a criminal records review consistent with the Wisconsin Fair Employment Act.

For the UWM Campus Security Report, see http://www.cleryact.uwm.edu/ or contact the Office of Student Life, Mellencamp Hall 118, at (414) 229-4632 for a paper copy.