First-Year Admissions Counselor

The University of Wisconsin-Stout is welcoming applications for two First-Year Admissions Counselor, these positions will report to the Senior Admissions Counselor. These positions play a very important role in the recruitment and outreach activities of the Admissions Office. Our goal is to increase the number of applicants to the University of Wisconsin-Stout and enroll a talented and diverse student body. These staff members will meet with prospective students and their families, high school counselors, various groups on and off campus, alumni, and other contacts to promote educational opportunities offered at the University of Wisconsin-Stout. A significant part of the recruitment process will be establishing and nurturing relationships that can serve as a conduit for students to learn about UW-Stout. These staff members will collaborate with other Admissions Office staff members to coordinate recruitment activities. All duties shall be executed while demonstrating a commitment to diversity and inclusion.

These positions are 12-month annual position. The new team members will work from the Admissions Office located in Menomonie, Wisconsin. Candidates must be able and willing to travel at least 50% time throughout the region and be willing and able to work evenings and weekends as needed.

QUALIFICATIONS

Minimum / Required

• Bachelor's degree (degree must be posted by hire date).
• Previous experience in admissions, sales, recruiting or other related fields.
• Experience working with individuals from diverse backgrounds.
• Excellent written communication skills.
• Excellent public speaking skills. Ability to present information effectively to large and small groups.
• Willingness to travel.
• Valid driver's license.

Highly Desired/Preferred

• Knowledge of UW-Stout gained through experience as a student, stakeholder, or employee.
• Strong organizational and event planning skills.
• Ability to be adaptable and manage multiple competing priorities.
• Ability to use and learn multiple computer technologies (such as Peoplesoft, ImageNow, Microsoft Office, Salesforce).
• Ability to speak fluently in a second language.

RESPONSIBILITIES 

See UW System Job Description: Admissions and Recruitment Coordinator II (AE084)

DEPARTMENT INFORMATION 

The Admissions Office is responsible for recruiting and admitting students. The office hosts formal tours for prospective students and oversees the processing of undergraduate and graduate applications and transfer credits. Prospective students can apply directly to UW-Stout through the University system website or the Common Application.

UW-Stout's Admissions Office is committed to creating an inclusive campus community that is fully engaged in supporting student success. Candidates who have experience working collaboratively with diverse individuals and/or groups and who can contribute to fostering an inclusive environment are encouraged to identify their experience in these areas.

APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS

Complete applications received by the end of the day, Monday, August 26, 2024, are ensured full consideration.  Applications submitted after August 26, 2024, may be reviewed at the discretion of the search committee.

To apply, click on the APPLY button or go to: https://www.uwstout.edu/about-us/careers-jobs 

Required application materials: 
1. Cover letter (* See below)
2. Curriculum vitae or resume
3. Names and contact information for a minimum of three (3) professional references who can speak to your skills and abilities for the position

*Please use your cover letter to speak to each of the Minimum/Required Qualifications for this position as listed above. For each required qualification, describe your relevant experience, using specific examples from your work history to illustrate how your experience satisfies the requirement.

Applicants must complete all required fields and attach all required documents prior to submitting the online application.

Note: Once you have attached your materials and submitted your application you will not be able to go into the system and change them.

Before starting the online application process, we recommend you preview the frequently asked questions (FAQs) available at: https://kb.uwss.wisconsin.edu/21900 

It is the policy of UW-Stout to provide reasonable accommodation to qualified applicants with disabilities. If you need assistance, or accommodation in applying because of a disability, please contact us using the information below. Employment opportunities will not be denied because of the need to make reasonable accommodation for a qualified individual's disability.

For questions regarding this position or recruitment, please contact:
Search Chair: Darren Ward, Associate Director of Admissions
Email: warddar@uwstout.edu 

If you need assistance with the online application process or if you submitted your application prior to uploading all required application materials, please contact:
Search Coordinator: Linda Otto, Admissions Office and Visit Coordinator
Email: ottol@uwstout.edu 

INSTITUTIONAL OVERVIEW  

University of Wisconsin-Stout, Wisconsin's only Polytechnic University, offers an unmatched career-focused education that combines applied learning, theory and research with real-world experience that prepares tomorrow's leaders to drive the future of business and industry. At UW-Stout, our students do more than earn a degree--they do on day one. And we are #StoutProud to produce lifelong learners, ethical leaders and responsible citizens who succeed in a global society.  
 
UW-Stout is recognized nationwide for its operational excellence. We were the first and remain the only full four-year public higher education institution in the nation to receive the Malcolm Baldrige Award, and we are dedicated to a process-improvement model that leverages the power of data and the value of our people. We believe in critical thinking and fact-informed decision making. We pursue sustainability in form and function and collaborate across campus and with our partners to solve problems in industry and society. And providing an equitable, diverse and inclusive environment for our faculty, staff and students to live, learn and work is a top priority.

We offer 50+ undergraduate degrees, 20+ graduate degrees and 30+ professional certificates in Art, Design & Graphics; Business & Management; Education; Human & Social Sciences; Information Technology & Communications; and Science, Engineering & Math. Our first-class digital infrastructure and learning environments provide our nearly 7,000 students with every avenue to explore and personalize their success. And we invest in people who share our vision to advance our position as Wisconsin's only Polytechnic University and as a regional, national and international leader in higher education.  

Be a part of the future at UW-Stout. Learn more at https://www.uwstout.edu/about-us 

University of Wisconsin-Stout is located in Menomonie, Wisconsin, a community an hour east of Minneapolis-St. Paul. A pillar of Wisconsin's Chippewa Valley and recognized as one of the best small towns in America, Menomonie provides an idyllic combination of natural beauty, outdoor recreation, boutiques and arts and culture with access to a metropolitan area. For more information about the UW-Stout community and region visit: https://www.uwstout.edu/about-us/our-community 

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

Minimum annual starting salary of $40,000, commensurate with qualifications and experience.  The Universities of Wisconsin provide an excellent benefits package including participation in the Wisconsin State retirement plan, demonstrating our commitment to the diverse needs of our employees.

• Benefit Details: https://www.wisconsin.edu/ohrwd/benefits/download/quickguidefasl.pdf  
• Health & Retirement Contributions Estimator | Employee Benefits (wisconsin.edu)

UW-Stout is committed to nondiscrimination in its employment practices and to equal employment opportunity for all persons and does not discriminate against, harass or retaliate on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, age, sex (as defined in state and federal law), sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, disability, pregnancy, marital or parental status, genetic information, arrest record, conviction record, military service, veteran status, use or nonuse of lawful products off the employer's premises during non-working hours, political affiliation, declining to attend a meeting or participate in any communication about religious matters or political matters, honesty testing, or any other category protected by law.  

As an equal employment opportunity and affirmative action employer, UW-Stout welcomes applications from individuals from diverse groups; veterans, individuals with disabilities and from historically excluded populations. At UW-Stout we value our differences and welcome diverse perspectives as we continually commit to developing an inclusive and equitable environment for all employees and students.  

Employment is contingent upon the final candidate's completing a criminal background check and being cleared to work by the Human Resources Office.  Employment is also contingent upon the final candidate passing reference checks and an essential job function test, as applicable. The reference check process includes asking the final candidate and most recent supervisor(s) questions regarding sexual violence and sexual harassment. Final candidates with previous employment within the Universities of Wisconsin and State of WI agencies will be subject to additional reference checks.

Official transcripts required at time of hire.

The University of Wisconsin-Stout does not offer H-1B or other work authorization visa sponsorship for this position. A successful applicant will be responsible for ensuring eligibility for employment in the United States on or before the effective date of the appointment and for maintaining work authorization throughout the employment term. If you have questions regarding this, please contact our Human Resources office, Phone: 715.232.2149.

In response to a public records request, the Universities of Wisconsin will not reveal the identities of applicants who request confidentiality in their online application, except that the identity of the successful final candidate will be released. See Wis. Stat. sec. 19.36(7)

UW-Stout is committed to providing safety and security of all members of our community in accordance with the Clery Act. For campus safety information and crime statistics visit: https://www.uwstout.edu/life-stout/police-and-parking/clery-information 
 

Job Family: Staff