Content and Community Specialist

University Staff

Regular

Administrative Assistant II

The Content and Community Specialist will join the Biological Systems Engineering and Soil and Environmental Sciences Administrative Hub in providing support to the academic departments of Biological Systems Engineering (BSE) and Soil and Environmental Sciences (SES) in their research, instructional, and outreach missions. This position will work collaboratively with the Department Administrator to lead various communication and event support functions for these academic departments.

The BSE/SES Administrative Hub provides department-level support in the areas of administration, finance, grants, human resources, payroll, and student services. Candidates should be prepared to assist with day-to-day operations while focusing on building relationships with these departments and CALS.

The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of administration, website updating, obtaining content from departments and putting together the newsletters for both departments, planning for department events when they occur, and sending out “Thank you” letters to our donors in both departments. Experience in a higher education setting, the ability to identify issues or areas for improvement, and the ability to solve problems in these areas independently are key attributes for success in this position.

It is preferred that this candidate has some basic knowledge of social media platforms and video editing for outreach activities.

This is a full-time, partial remote, ongoing/renewable position. Normal hours are 7:45am-4:30pm, Monday through Friday. Occasional nights and weekends may be required.

• Criminal Background Check may be required

• Evaluation/Probationary Period may be required

• Driver’s Authorization may be required

• Work Authorization:

-The successful applicant will be responsible for ensuring eligibility for employment in the United States by the start of the appointment.

• 30% Collects, analyzes, and prepares various communication materials from established sources utilizing technology mediums

• 10% Maintains established methods and organizational systems directed at the maintenance of electronic/physical records related to work operations according to established policies and procedures

• 30% Sends, receives, copies, and distributes communications to the appropriate entities according to established policies and procedures under general supervision

• 20% Schedules logistics and secures resources for meetings, conferences, travel, and work unit operations

• 10% Serves as first point of contact for individuals and groups providing basic organizational information via phone, in person, and through other communication mediums, routing more complex inquiries to the appropriate entities

Department of Soil and Environmental Sciences

The anticipated salary range for this position is $22 - $26/hr however, final salary will depend on experience and qualifications. Employees in this position can expect to receive benefits such as generous vacation, holidays, and paid time off; competitive insurances and savings accounts; retirement benefits. Additional benefits information can be found at: https://www.wisconsin.edu/ohrwd/benefits/download/

• Demonstrated strength in communication skills, both verbal and written (e.g., professional emails; responding to inquiries from colleagues or customers; adjusting communication style as needed; attention to detail; initial point of…