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Please see Special Instructions for more details.

Interested applicants are required to apply online and provide a cover letter addressing your education/experience as they apply to all minimum and preferred qualifications, a resume, and a document listing the names and contact information for three professional references. UWM will not consider paper, emailed or faxed applications.

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.

All application materials will be further evaluated as evidence of excellent written communication skills. Candidate(s) selected for hire will be required to submit official college transcripts.

Position Information

Posting Details

Official Job Title ADMISSIONS AND RECRUITMENT COORDINATOR II

Working Title: New Freshmen Admissions Counselor

Position Number 02156320

Division Enrollment Management

Department B040300 UNDERGRADUATE ADMISSIONS

Position Type Non-Teaching Academic Staff

Appointment Type Fixed Renewable, Non-Teaching

Pay Basis Annual

Salary Grade 18

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

The Office of Undergraduate Admissions ( OUA ) is housed in the Division of Enrollment Management, home to the Student Success Center, Financial Aid Office, Student Advising, Career Planning and more. OUA is tasked with attracting and enrolling undergraduate students to UWM’s three campuses. The department oversees recruitment, visits and events, operations (application processing), the CRM (Slate), marketing and communications. The team works to attract undergraduate students from a variety of groups: first time freshmen, first generation college students, transfer students, re-entry students, adult students.

Job Summary

Reporting to the Admissions Manager, the Freshmen Admissions Counselor will support the Universities of Wisconsin and UW-Milwaukee ( UWM ) enrollment goals through the promotion of UWM to prospective new freshmen students, families, and broader off-campus communities. This position is responsible for direct outreach efforts focusing on partnerships with high schools and community organizations as part of the overall recruitment and outreach strategies conducted by the Office of Undergraduate Admissions. This position will be responsible for managing an assigned recruitment territory throughout Wisconsin, and additional regions as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree

• Evidence of related work experience such as admissions, recruitment, counseling, or advising students

• Must possess a valid Wisconsin Driver license (or other such valid operator’s permit recognized by the Wisconsin Department of Transportation) and be able to meet or exceed the minimum requirements for driving on state business as detailed here: https://uwm.edu/risk-management/drivers/

  Preferred Qualifications

• Master’s degree or other advanced degree

• Familiarity with UWM’s academic programs, admission requirements, and University policies and procedures as a staff member and/or student

• Experience working with high school students and other student types in a higher education setting

• Evidence of being welcoming to individuals of all cultural backgrounds and human diversity

• Excellent written communication skills and evidence of excellent verbal communication skills, as evidenced by written application materials and interviews (where applicable)

• Bilingual in Spanish

  Target Salary Range $43,000 - $47,000

  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

Interested applicants are required to apply online and provide a cover letter addressing your education/experience as they apply to all minimum and preferred qualifications, a resume, and a document listing the names and contact information for three professional references. UWM will not consider paper, emailed or faxed applications.

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.

All application materials will be further evaluated as evidence of excellent written communication skills. Candidate(s) selected for hire will be required to submit official college transcripts.

Application Deadline 07/07/2024

Continuous (Open Until Filled?) No

If Continuous, Initial Review Date

Position Contact Name Erica Harwell

Contact Phone 414-229-2427

Contact Email eharwell@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 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.

Job Categories Academic Advising, Admissions, Alumni Affairs/Development, Communication/Public Relations, Extension, Outreach, and Public Engagement, External Relations, Financial Aid, Internal Posting, Management/Supervisory, Office, Administrative, and Clerical Support, Project Management

Applicant Documents

Required Documents

• Cover Letter

• References

• Resume

  Optional Documents