Academic Program Specialist

Academic Program Specialist

University of Wisconsin - Milwaukee

Position Number: 02192070

Introduction (Description of School/College/Dept/Program)

Job Summary

Reporting to the Vice Provost and the Director of the Institute of World Affairs the primary functions of this position are to support and coordinate the activities undertaken related to and funded by the U.S. Department of Education National Resource Grant awarded to and administered by The Center for International Education and to support the outreach activities of the Institute of World Affairs. In addition, a function of this position is to track and manage grant funds associated with these activities.

Minimum Qualifications

• A Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution
• A minimum of one year of work experience
• General knowledge of standard accounting practices

Preferred Qualifications

• Evidence of organizational and time management skills
• Minimally two (2) years of work experience in administrative support, customer service, or a business setting
• Experience in Higher Education
• Familiarity with UWM accounting systems and procedures
• Familiarity with various departmental programs at UWM
• Grant management experience
• Technical expertise with Windows applications and Microsoft Office, particularly Excel
• Demonstrated interest in and knowledge of global events
• Knowledge of standard office practices and procedures
• Technical expertise with Windows applications and Microsoft Office, as well as applicant and prospective student data management systems
• Ability to communicate effectively with students, faculty, staff, business contacts, and the general public
• Attention to detail
• Good sense of judgment and discretion

Application Instructions

Completed application materials must include:

• A letter of interest addressing educational and professional level work experience and knowledge as they relate to all required and preferred qualifications as listed above
• A professional resume
• The names and contact information for three professional references

We promote excellence through diversity and encourage all qualified individuals to apply.

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.

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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.

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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.

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Employment Authorization

In 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.

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