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　　Applications must be submitted online. For a completed application, a letter of interest and current resume addressing education, work experience, and knowledge as it relates to all minimum and preferred qualifications as listed above, as well as a document with the names and contact information of three professional references must be uploaded online.

　　In instances where the Search and Screen Committee is unable to ascertain from a candidate’s application materials whether they meet any of the qualification(s), they will be evaluated as not meeting such qualification(s).

　　Position Information

　　Posting Details

　　Official Job Title FINANCIAL SPECIALIST III

　　Working Title: Finance Supervisor

　　Position Number 02156355

　　Division College of Community Engagement & Professions

　　Department B861019 HBSSW/WCWPDS

　　Position Type Non-Teaching Academic Staff

　　Appointment Type Fixed Renewable, Non-Teaching

　　Pay Basis Annual

　　Salary Grade 18

　　FLSA Status Exempt

　　Percent 100

　　Posting Type Staff

　　UWM Description

　　The University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee ( UWM ) is Wisconsin’s second-largest university, with a unique dual mission of access and research to provide high-quality education for students from all backgrounds. UWM is one of 146 top research universities recognized as “R1” by the Carnegie Classification of Institutions of Higher Education. Along with its main campus in Milwaukee, UWM has branch campuses in Waukesha and Washington County.

　　UWM celebrates, values and promotes the diverse voices and experiences of its students and employees and our community partners. We believe diversity enriches and strengthens our institution. UWM is committed to providing equitable access to opportunities for students and employees from every background. We aspire to create a campus climate that is welcoming to all. Learn more here: https://uwm.edu/diversity-equity-inclusion/about-dei/

　　School/College/Division Description

　　The Wisconsin Child Welfare Partnership Development System ( WCWPDS ) is a major project unit housed within the Helen Bader School of Social Welfare ( HBSSW ) at UW-Milwaukee. In partnership with the Wisconsin Department of Children and Families ( DCF ) and the Wisconsin Child Welfare Partnership for Professional Development at UW-Madison, the WCWPDS -Milwaukee provides a full array of professional development and training services to the approximately 500 child welfare staff, supervisors and managers in Milwaukee as well as foster families and home visiting staff statewide. The WCWPDS team values inclusivity and diversity in all forms.

　　Job Summary

　　This position performs critical fiscal processes for each program under the WCWPDS umbrella. These functions include processing purchase orders, expense tracking, travel processing, preparing invoices, processing payments, maintaining inventory, and responding to customer requests. This position will also serve as the WCWPDS -Milwaukee financial staff supervisor, overseeing the work of two full-time financial specialists.

　　This full-time position allows for a hybrid schedule (in-office and remote), flexible scheduling and free on-site parking.

　　Minimum Qualifications

　　3 years or more experience completing fiscal procedures

　　1 year or more experience using Excel at an advanced level

　　2 years or more experience in a supervisory role

　　Preferred Qualifications

　　Proficiency in FileMaker

　　Familiarity with UW systems (Shop UW, WISER , WISPER )

　　Target Salary Range $65,000 (Final hiring rate to be determined based on experience)

　　Benefits and Total Rewards

　　As part of UWM’s commitment to supporting the success of our team members through positive experiences, employees are provided with Benefits to Benefit You and Your Life. UWM offers a comprehensive benefits package and contributes towards the cost of several benefit plans. Employees with a qualifying position also receive an extensive leave package (https://uwm.edu/hr/benefits/leave/) including vacation, sick leave (with no expiration), personal holiday, and paid legal holidays. Please visit this link to view summary benefits information. (Compensation figures are for example purposes only.) UWM Benefits to Benefit You and Your Life (https://uwm.edu/hr/benefits-to-benefit-you-and-your-life/)

　　Application Instructions

　　Applications must be submitted online. For a completed application, a letter of interest and current resume addressing education, work experience, and knowledge as it relates to all minimum and preferred qualifications as listed above, as well as a document with the names and contact information of three professional references must be uploaded online.

　　In instances where the Search and Screen Committee is unable to ascertain from a candidate’s application materials whether they meet any of the qualification(s), they will be evaluated as not meeting such qualification(s).

　　Application Deadline 02/09/2024

　　Continuous (Open Until Filled?) No

　　If Continuous, Initial Review Date

　　Position Contact Name Julie Brown

　　Contact Phone 414-964-7412

　　Contact Email [email protected]

　　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.

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　　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.

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　　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.

　　Job Categories Accounting/Finance, Management/Supervisory

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　　Resume/Curriculum Vitae

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