The Universities of Wisconsin are a premier system of public higher education serving more than 162,000 students. Awarding nearly 37,000 degrees annually, the universities are Wisconsin’s talent pipeline, putting graduates in position to increase their earning power, contribute to their communities, and make Wisconsin a better place to live. Through a constellation of 13 universities statewide, the Universities of Wisconsin are a tremendous academic, cultural, and economic resource for Wisconsin, the nation, and the world.
The Universities of Wisconsin Administration assists in establishing policies, planning the programmatic financial and physical development of the Universities. UWSA supports the Universities in delivering transformative educational outcomes and research that expands the boundaries of knowledge. We work to extend the value of our universities beyond the boundaries of the campuses, seeking to enhance the quality of life for all in Wisconsin and beyond, in fulfillment of the Wisconsin Idea.
The Office of Human Resources provides leadership, policy development, guidance, and functional expertise to sustain and engage a talented, diverse workforce in one of the nation’s premier higher education systems.
POSITION SUMMARY
This position will be shared between compensation and benefits units to support various data entry, data analysis, and communications projects. Tasks will be varied and will require critical thinking skills, attention to detail, and creative writing skills.
MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES
- Accurately enter and audit data in a variety of programs and databases.
- Create a variety of communications materials based on available materials and additional web-based research.
- Draft qualitative and quantitative analysis of data sets.
- Assist with the management of Human Resources related records, physical and digital.
- Run reports, track various processes, and audit current databases and webpages.
- Other administrative support functions and projects as needed.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
A good candidate for the Student Compensation & Benefits Assistant position must have the following skills and abilities:
- Good communications skills.
- Good organizational, time management, and problem-solving skills
- Ability to apply judgement and analysis to work performed
- Attention detail
- Ability to work with a team and independently
- Proficient in Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint
- Must be an enrolled technical, undergraduate, or graduate student
PREFFERED QUALIFICATIONS
- Prior office and/or data entry experience
- Experience with statistical analysis and developing presentations
- Graduate student
SCHEDULE
Flexible hours based on your schedule.
- Ability to work any number of hours between 7:30am – 5:00pm Monday – Friday.
- Availability of 30-40 hours a week preferred during the 2024 Summer months
- Availability of 10 – 20 hours a week required during the Fall and Spring semesters
- Priority will be given to students who have availability for Summer 2024 and Academic Year 2024-2025.
CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT
Must be an enrolled technical, undergraduate or graduate student.
Universities of Wisconsin is required to conduct a criminal background and sexual harassment check for the selected finalist prior to employment.
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 the need of employer sponsorship) on or before the effective date of appointment.
WORK LOCATION
The office is located at 780 Regent St., Madison, WI
Primarily in Office –After onboarding and training, there may be some opportunities to work remote. Telecommuting agreements are subject to change at any time based on leadership decisions.
COMPENSATION
$15.00
APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS
Email cover letter and resume to Lauren Alston at lauren.alston@wisconsin.edu. Please include “Student Help” in the subject line. Applications will be accepted until the position is filled. The resume and cover letter should address the following:
- Relevant work experience and educational background. Please describe how your skills will be valuable to our team and how you believe this position could help you achieve your long-term career goals.
- Availability for the summer and fall.