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Student Affairs Manager - Retention Technology Manager

Employer
University of Wisconsin - Milwaukee
Location
Wisconsin, United States
Salary
Salary Not specified
Date posted
Jun 20, 2022

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Position Type
Administrative, Student Affairs, Student Activities & Services
Employment Level
Administrative
Employment Type
Full Time

Official Job TitleStudent Affairs Manager
Working Title:Retention Technology Manager
Position NumberNEW
DivisionEnrollment Management
DepartmentB047900 STUDENT SUCCESS CENTER
Position TypeNon-Teaching Academic Staff
Appointment TypeFixed Renewable, Non-Teaching
FLSA StatusExempt
Percent100%
Posting Type Staff

Introduction (Description of School/College/Dept/Program)
As Wisconsin's only public urban research university, the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee has established an international reputation for excellence in research, community engagement, teaching and entrepreneurism. Designated an R1 research institution, UWM educates more than 26,000 students annually and is an engine for innovation in southeastern Wisconsin.

Founded over 60 years ago in the belief that Milwaukee would need a great public university to become a great city, UWM has a dual research and access mission aimed at serving the diverse needs of Wisconsin's largest metropolitan area by furthering opportunities at all levels for students who may be financially or educationally disadvantaged. More than one-third of its students are the first in their families to attend college, and 30 percent are students of color. It is the largest educator of veterans in Wisconsin, with more than 1,000 enrolled each year under the federal G.I. Bill. The Princeton Review named UWM a 2018 Best Midwestern university based on overall academic excellence and student reviews. UWM is committed to the full inclusion of LGBT+ campus constituents. In 2018, Campus Pride Index named UWM as one of the Best of the Best Top 30 LGBTQ-friendly postsecondary institutions in the United States. UWM was the first university in the nation to implement an inclusive housing policy.

Diversity is a source of strength, creativity, and innovation for UW-Milwaukee. 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.

Job Summary
The Retention Technology Manager directly impacts student success by serving as the application administrator for Navigate modules and Mainstay platform. Through close collaboration with academic unit coaches and academic advisors, the Retention Technology Manager will launch retention-focused outreach and content. This position provides training and support for students, staff, and instructors. Additionally, they will assist with data collection and analysis to support proactive interventions.

Minimum Qualifications
  • Bachelor's Degree
  • Demonstrated experience in advising, student support, or retention programs

    Preferred Qualifications
  • Master's Degree in Student Affairs in Higher Education, or another closely related field
  • Demonstrated experience with Navigate and/or Mainstay platforms
  • Demonstrated experience creating a student-focused outreach campaign
  • Evidence of leadership shown through successful outcomes working with partners across a large organization to implement processes or solutions for a problem

    Application Instructions
    Interested applicants are required to apply online and provide a cover letter addressing your education/experience as they apply to all minimum and preferred qualifications, a resume, and a document listing the names and contact information for three professional references. UWM will not consider paper, emailed or faxed applications.

    In instances where the Search and Screen Committee is unable to ascertain from a candidate's application materials whether he/she/they meet any of the qualifications, he/she/they will be evaluated as not meeting such qualifications.

    All application materials will be further evaluated as evidence of excellent written communication skills. Candidate(s) selected for hire will be required to submit official college transcripts.

    This position is in Salary Grade 21, with a desired pay range between $58,000 and $68,000. Salary will be determined by the finalist's experience, education, training, internal/external pay equity, and other factors. This position also includes a generous benefits package including retirement, paid holidays and vacation days.

    Application Deadline07/14/2022
    Continuous (Open Until Filled?)No
    Position Contact NameBrennan O'Lena
    Contact Phone414-229-6760
    Contact Emailbpolena@uwm.edu

    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.

    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
    UWM provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities who are employees or applicants for employment. Employment opportunities will not be denied because of the need to make reasonable accommodations for a qualified individual with a disability. If you need assistance or accommodation in applying because of a disability, please contact uwm-jobs@uwm.edu or 414-229-4463. This job announcement and other material on this site will be made available in alternate formats upon request to an individual with a disability.

    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.

    Legal Notices
    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, visit: https://jobs.uwm.edu/postings/34592

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