Administrative Assistant - Disability Resource Center

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Administrative Assistant – Disability Resource Center

University Staff – Regular full‑time, hourly, non‑exempt, 12‑month position.

• Manages efficient office operations, including reception-related functions.
• Recruits, trains, and supervises student staff.
• Serves as a first point of contact for individuals and groups, providing basic organizational information via phone, in person, and other communication mediums.
• Collects, analyzes, and prepares communication materials using established sources and technology mediums.
• Maintains established methods and organizational systems for electronic and physical records in accordance with policies and procedures.
• Sends, receives, copies, and distributes communications to appropriate entities under general supervision.
• Schedules logistics and secures resources for meetings, conferences, travel, and work unit operations.
• Partners with counterparts in the Academic and Career Advising Center, Tutoring Learning Center, and Office of International Education to support a shared‑reception operation.

• Formal experience in customer/client service environments.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Outlook, Word, and Excel.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a high‑volume setting.

• Formal experience recruiting, training, and supervising part‑time employees or volunteers.
• Experience supporting individuals with disabilities in educational, rehabilitation, health care, social service, or related settings.
• Experience with electronic platforms that manage records, scheduling, customer/client relations, and other work processes.

Starting hourly wage: $19.14. Eligible University of Wisconsin employees receive an excellent benefits package; see the University Staff Benefit Quick Guide for details.

UW is an Equal Opportunity

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Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, pregnancy, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other bases protected by applicable federal or State law and UW System policies. We are committed to building a workforce that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills, and encourage all qualified individuals to apply.