MULTICULTURAL INITIATIVES SPECIALIST

MULTICULTURAL INITIATIVES SPECIALIST

University of Wisconsin - Milwaukee

Position Number: 02222791

Introduction (Description of School/College/Dept/Program)
The University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee provides a world-class, affordable education to 24,000 students from 90 countries. As one of the nation’s top research universities, UWM partners with leading companies in Wisconsin and beyond to advance knowledge, bring new discoveries to market and prepare students for work in a global economy. We are committed to attracting, retaining and growing a diverse staff that honors unique experiences and perspectives. At UWM, we strive to create and maintain working and learning environments that are inclusive, equitable and welcoming. We take pride in being dedicated to diversity in its student body, faculty and staff, and programs. Join our UWM family where your talents and expertise are recognized, valued, and contribute to greater pathways of success in both your career and life. For more information, please visit our website at www.uwm.edu.

Southeast Asian American Student Center
SEAASC’s mission is to provide culturally sensitive supportive services that are essential for Southeast Asian American students at the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee to achieve their educational goals. We achieve our mission by carrying out programs and activities that help to create a friendly campus environment that enables Southeast Asian American students to fully engage in the process of learning and discovery. The SEAASC plays an important role in the recruitment and retention of Southeast Asian American (Cambodian, Hmong, Lao, and Vietnamese) students at UWM. We work closely with faculty, staff, families, alumni, and Southeast Asian American community leaders to ensure student success.

Job Summary
As a staff member in one of the multicultural centers (American Indian Student Center, Black Student Cultural Center, Roberto Hernandez Center and Southeast Asian American Student Center) in the Division of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion, the Multicultural Student Success Coordinator (MSSC) provides holistic advising to students based on a customized plan for success. The role of the MSSC is to support retention, intervention, and outreach efforts that will lead to increased graduation rate for multicultural students. In order to meet their most pressing needs outside the classroom, MSSC's will connect students to culturally relevant services and resources on campus and in the community.

Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion currently has one MSSC position open for the Southeast Asian American Student Center.

What We Offer:

• Innovative, collaborative, and casual-work environment with flexible work/life balance schedules;
• Challenging and progressive career development;
• Competitive salary;
• Excellent comprehensive benefits package;
• On-site health & wellness programs;
• On-site affordable day care;
• Best practice Paid-Time-Off (PTO) policies and paid holidays;
• Open communication, recognition programs, and team-building events;
• Opportunities to make a real difference on campus and in the community.
  
  Minimum Qualifications
  Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in higher education counseling or a related field
• Minimum of two years of experience in advising or relevant field
• Experience working with students, parents, faculty and staff
• Experience working with diverse populations

Preferred Qualifications
Preferred Qualifications:

• Master’s degree in Higher Education, Student Personnel Administration, or related field
• Experience working in a higher education institution with preference for academic affairs, student affairs, student services, and/or counselling
• Demonstrate ability to design and implement successful programs using data driven metrics
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills utilizing tact and diplomacy
• Relevant language and/or community experience to support student and family networks that extend beyond the campus

Application Instructions
If interested, you must submit a letter of application that addresses the professional level work experience as it relates to all required and preferred qualifications, a resume, and a list of three professional references with contact information to include postal addresses, e-mail and phone numbers.

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

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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.

Title and Total Compensation Project

The University of Wisconsin System is engaged in a Title and Total Compensation (TTC) project to redesign job titles and compensation structures. As a result of the TTC project, official job titles on current job postings may change in 2021. Job duties and responsibilities will remain the same. For more information please visit: wisconsin.edu/ohrwd/title-and-total-compensation-study/

To apply, please visit: https://jobs.uwm.edu/postings/35415


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