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The Division of Enrollment Management (DEM) is seeking an Event & Stakeholder Engagement Specialist. This new role will support event planning, logistics and execution across the Division with the goal of advancing recruitment, yield, and stewardship priorities. The Event & Stakeholder Engagement Specialist will lead efforts to evaluate the needs and expectations of various stakeholder groups to ensure a high standard is set for all Divisionally sponsored events. The role will work collaboratively with teams across the Office of Admissions & Recruitment, Office of Student Financial Aid, as well as the Office of the Registrar to support event logistics while serving as lead for all event needs within the Office of the Vice Provost for Enrollment Management. Utilizing a stakeholder engagement lens, this role will be critical to help the Division leverage sponsored events as an important mechanism to establish and maintain meaningful relationships with key stakeholders including students & families, community-based organizations, as well as campus partners. The Event & Stakeholder Engagement Specialist will report to the Strategic Initiatives Coordinator within the Office of the Vice Provost for Enrollment Management.
Responsibilities: Responsible for a variety of professional level work across a variety of administrative service areas including budget, finance, procurement, and human resources with impact across the institution in support of unit or institutional goals.- 25% Implements and executes established policies and procedures for a designated work unit to adhere to unit objectives and to align with established strategies
- 25% Schedules logistics and secures resources for a designated work unit to contribute to the day-to-day operational success
- 10% Analyzes data and trends, compiles progress reports, and provides appropriate recommendations or conclusions in support of the assigned operational work unit(s)
- 10% Assists, recommends, and advises staff on unit or program administrative issues, personnel matters, and budgetary problems
- 10% Serves on committees and attends meetings, representing the interests of the unit or program
- 15% Lead planning and ensure a high standard of execution for all events sponsored by the Office of the Vice Provost for Enrollment Management.
- 5% DEM is committed to the highest standard of service. This position will be a role model by practicing exemplary and respectful behaviors in all interactions. Participation in community and culture building activities are mandatory.
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Preferred
Bachelor's Degree
Required:
- Demonstrated knowledge of event planning and/or event support
- Demonstrated attention to detail with strong organizational skills
- Ability to adapt to changing circumstances while utilizing a solution-driven approach
- Strong interpersonal communication skills
- Ability to work collaboratively to effectively navigate competing priorities
Preferred:
- Ability to leverage a creative and innovative approach
- Ability to cultivate partnership and build relationships
Full Time: 100%
This position may require some work to be performed in-person, onsite, at a designated campus work location. Some work may be performed remotely, at an offsite, non-campus work location.
Ongoing/Renewable
Salary:Minimum $55,000 Maximum $75,000 ANNUAL (12 months)
Depending on Qualifications
This position offers a comprehensive benefits package, including generous paid time off, competitively priced health/dental/vision/life insurance, tax-advantaged savings accounts, and participation in the nationally recognized Wisconsin Retirement System (WRS) pension fund. For a summary of benefits, please see .
The Division of Enrollment Management (DEM) believes in our ability to contribute towards an ecosystem of innovation. Through this relentless desire for bold ideas, DEM leads a comprehensive strategic enrollment approach to attract, enroll, support, and graduate the most talented students. We foster equitable and seamless experiences, value research in practice, engage in responsible stewardship, provide inclusive support, collaborate, and increase access to higher education to accomplish our goals. With students firmly at the center of our actions, decisions, processes, and services, our work helps to deliver the impact of UW-Madison as a world-class institution that enriches communities across the globe.
The Division is comprised of a dedicated team of over 400 employees and includes the Office of Admissions and Recruitment, the Office of Student Financial Aid, the Student Success Through Applied Research (SSTAR) Lab, and the Office of the Registrar. DEM invests in the professional growth of their team members and is committed to the highest standard of service for students, colleagues, visitors and other stakeholders. Team members will serve as role models by practicing exemplary, respectful and inclusive behaviors in all of our interactions.
To apply for this position please click on the "Apply Now" button. You will be asked to upload in one complete file upload a current resume/cv and cover letter briefly describing your qualifications relevant to the position. In addition please provide three (3) professional references.
Please note that successful applicants are responsible for ensuring their eligibility to work in the
United States (i.e. a citizen or national of the United States, a lawful permanent resident, a foreign national authorized to work in the United States without need of employer sponsorship) on or before the effective date of appointment and must be able to sustain eligibility, without sponsorship, throughout the duration of their employment.
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Administrative Specialist(AD006)
Department(s):A05-ENROLLMENT MANAGEMENT/ADMINISTRATION
Employment Class:Academic Staff-Renewable
Job Number:296138-AS
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The University of Wisconsin-Madison is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer.
Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to, including but not limited to, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, pregnancy, disability, or status as a protected veteran and other bases as defined by federal regulations and UW System policies. We promote excellence through diversity and encourage all qualified individuals to apply.
If you need to request an accommodation because of a disability, you can find information about how to make a request at the following website: https://employeedisabilities.wisc.edu/disability-accommodation-information-for-applicants/