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CoE Advising Student Assistant

Apply now(opens in a new window) Job No: 511225
Division/Organization: College of Engineering
Department: Academic Affairs
Job Type: UW Student Jobs
Remote Eligbility: Not Remote
Location: WENDT COMMONS, KURT F
Salary/Wage Range or Lump Sum: $13.00
Job Categories: Interpersonal Communication, Leadership, Critical Thinking/Problem Solving, Teamwork/Collaboration, Professionalism/Work Ethic, Customer Service, STEM, Department and Office Assistants, Higher Education-Student Affairs

Department Overview:

 The CoE Advising Office is an experienced and dedicated team focused on providing advising services and programming for all students in the College.

Anticipated Start Date:

 August 24, 2026

Anticipated End Date (If Applicable):

 May 7, 2027

Remote Work Eligibility Detail:

Not Remote

 

Anticipated Hours Per Week:

 Minimum: 10 Maximum: 15

Schedule:

 M-F between 8:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.

Salary/Wage Range/Lump Sum:

 Minimum: $13.00

Number of Positions:

 3-4

Qualifications:

 Required:
1. Self-starter & independent worker
2. Detail-oriented and able to meet deadlines
3. Clear and effective verbal and written communication skills
4. Friendly and welcoming attitude

Preferred:
1. College of Engineering undergraduate student
2. Previous customer service experience
3. Previous experience working in the College of Engineering
4. At least 3 semesters remaining in their undergraduate studies
5. Completed at least one semester in their undergraduate studies
6. Experience preparing excel spreadsheets and reporting the data
7. Experience collaborating with a variety of stakeholders that may include, students, staff, faculty, division and cross campus partners

How to Apply:
Please click on the "Apply Now" button to start the application process. Applicants will be asked to upload a resume and cover letter. In your cover letter, please use the required and preferred qualifications listed below as a guide to explain how your previous experience and qualifications have prepared you for this role.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

- Demonstrates flexibility, punctuality, and reliability
- Strong verbal and written communication skills
- Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail and accuracy
- Commitment to creating a welcoming and inclusive environment
- Ability to exercise independent judgement and discretion with confidential matters
- Ability to manage multiple responsibilities
- Ability to abide by FERPA regulations and maintain confidentiality with data and student information

Position Summary/Job Duties:

Primary duties:
- General front desk reception responsibilities (including in-person, phone, and email communications), such as checking in students, providing directions, and answering questions
- Provide excellent customer service to all stakeholders that visit the unit (ex. students, parents, staff & faculty)
- Data entry and/or special projects and maintenance of office documents
- Maintain the cleanliness and organization of the front desk area to promote a welcoming environment
- Assist professional advisors as needed

Physical Demands:

n/a

Institutional Statements:

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement:

UW-Madison is an Equal Employment, Equal Access Employer committed to increasing the diversity of our workforce.

Institutional Statement on Diversity:

Diversity is a source of strength, creativity, and innovation for UW-Madison. We value the contributions of each person and respect the profound ways their identity, culture, background, experience, status, abilities, and opinion enrich the university community. We commit ourselves to the pursuit of excellence in teaching, research, outreach, and diversity as inextricably linked goals.

The University of Wisconsin-Madison fulfills its public mission by creating a welcoming and inclusive community for people from every background-people who as students, faculty, and staff serve Wisconsin and the world.

For more information on diversity and inclusion on campus, please visit: diversity.wisc.edu

Accommodation Statement:

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/
 
 

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