Degree Audit & Curricular Specialist

University of Wisconsin - Milwaukee Milwaukee, WI Full-time Accounting

Posted on April 16, 2024

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Degree Audit & Curricular Specialist

University of Wisconsin - Milwaukee

Position Number: 02157039

Introduction (Description of School/College/Dept/Program)

Job Summary
This position is responsible for maintaining the accuracy and timeliness of curricular and advisement data in the student information system and ancillary degree audit systems within the Academic Services area of the Registrar's Office. Duties include requirement programming, assistance with data reporting, as well as testing of changes or upgrades to Oracle Campus Solutions advisement module and ancillary degree audit systems. This position serves as the primary contact and content area expert for the degree audit system and associated reporting. This position works collaboratively with other staff to identify new programs/plans or changes to existing curriculum and creates reports for new programs and enters changes to academic program's requirements. This position is also responsible for entering exceptions to degree requirements as approved and submitted by school/college advising representatives. Additionally, the position will collaborate with other members of the Academic Services team to identify conflicts between technology, official academic requirements, individual student exceptions, practices of academic programs, the Academic Catalog, and Curriculum Information Management (CIM). Finally, this position will provide broad‐based support to projects and initiatives within the Registrar's Office.

The incumbent may have the option to perform these duties in a mostly-remote work environment, only being required to come to campus for occasional on-campus obligations.

The targeted annual salary range of $48,000-$50,700 will be determined by the finalist's experience, education, training, internal/external pay equity, and other factors.

The University of Wisconsin (UW) System offers a comprehensive benefits package to meet the diverse needs of our community and contributes towards the cost of several benefit plans. Employees also receive a vacation package at 176 hours during first year, sick leave (with no expiration), personal holiday (36 hours each year), and paid legal holidays.

Minimum Qualifications
Qualified applicants must have:

Bachelor’s degree or commensurate combination of training and experience as a professional in a business setting
Demonstrated ability to engage positively and in collaboration with others in a productive, forward-thinking manner, and to communicate effectively, courteously and tactfully

Preferred Qualifications
Preference for applicants who have:

Demonstrated administrative experience with Oracle PeopleSoft or another similar integrated data management system
Prior administrative experience with processes and procedures related to degree progress, curricular management, and/or academic advisement in a higher education environment
Demonstrated ability to learn and apply policies and procedures
Experience in investigating, troubleshooting, and researching both software and practical issues
Prior customer service‐related experience or demonstrated ability to provide customer service
Demonstrated ability to manage and prioritize multiple tasks in a fast‐paced work environment

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 they meet any of the qualifications, 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.

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 NoticesAA/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.

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.

To apply, please visit: https://jobs.uwm.edu/postings/38813

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