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Program Assistant Student Help
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Job Description
- Req#: 507774
Department Overview:
The mission of the Division of Continuing Studies is to advocate for and to engage lifelong learners through high-quality and innovative programs and services.
We are committed to providing lifelong learners with exceptional and innovative programs to meet their continuing education needs.
From our earliest correspondence courses to today’s many online programs, we have a long tradition of serving learners in Wisconsin and beyond, offering the skills, insights and credentials needed to help learners move forward in their life and career.
We love lifelong learners. People who are passionate seekers — who gain new skills to help them advance at work and who search for fresh experiences in their personal lives, too. We offer courses and certificates in leadership and management, behavioral health, languages and online teaching.Anticipated Start Date:
09/23/2024 Anticipated End Date (If Applicable):
n/a Remote Work Eligibility Detail:
All Remote
Anticipated Hours Per Week:
6-15 Schedule:
Hours and days are flexible depending on the student’s class schedule; however, there is an expectation for general availability for meetings/project work between normal business hours (M-F, 8:00 a.m.-4:30p.m.) unless approved otherwise. Schedule will be discussed during the interview process Salary/Wage Range/Lump Sum:
$15 Number of Positions:
2 Qualifications:
UW-Madison Undergraduate student with an interest in assisting staff in organizing continuing education courses for adults. Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:
Excellent oral and written communication skills
Customer Service
Problem Solving and decision making
Multitasking and attention to detail
Ability and willingness to be flexible and collaborative
Ability to work independently with little oversight
Knowledge of social Media platforms (Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn, etc.)
Experience with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
Proficiency in Google Workspace (G Suite)
Experience with Zoom and Microsoft Teams helpful but not necessary
Knowledge of or willingness to learn UW Specific Software: Canvas & Qualtrics
Knowledge of Spanish or other language helpful, but not requiredPosition Summary/Job Duties:
Assist with organizing class modules/information in UW-Madison’s LMS Space (Canvas), to maintain files and pages, proof information/links and communicate with adult learners regarding their access, when necessary.
Use Google Workspace (G Suite) to perform electronic filing. Establish folders and subfolders as needed and assist adult learners.
Create, schedule, send and run reports for class evaluations using evaluation software.
Assist in the coordination of marketing projects and initiatives as needed, including captioning of videos, proofing copy, etc.
Depending on the future status of in-person Continuing Education courses, perform miscellaneous general office duties at 21 N. Park St. offices to include photocopying, assembling binders and program materials, etc.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/
About the company
The University of Wisconsin is a top-ranked research institution located in Madison, Wisconsin, providing exceptional education opportunities to undergraduates, graduate and professional students.