Universities of Wisconsin · 8 hours ago
Administrative Assistant (50%, Temporary)
Appleton, WI
Full-time
Hybrid
New Grad, Entry Level
$17.50/hr - $17.50/hrThe Universities of Wisconsin is seeking an Administrative Assistant to provide communicative, administrative, and event support primarily for the NEW Manufacturing Alliance and the North Coast Marine Manufacturing Alliance. The role focuses on maintaining a strong digital presence and ensuring smooth day-to-day operations, reporting to the Executive Director.
Higher Education
No H1B
Responsibilities
Take meeting minutes, track follow-up action items, coordinate follow-up with meeting participants regarding next steps, and schedule meetings for staff and leadership as needed
Prepare and maintain spreadsheets, correspondence, surveys, reports, flyers, name badges, presentations, programs, outlines, and budgets
Maintain and regularly update the NEW Manufacturing Alliance and North Coast Marine Manufacturing Alliance websites using the WordPress platform
Assist with travel arrangements and room reservations
Optimize website content for clarity, accuracy, and visibility, ensuring information is current and aligned with organizational priorities
Assist with the planning, preparation, and on-site support of special events and meetings
Support the design and production of marketing and promotional materials, including flyers, posters, banners, and multimedia content
Qualification
Required
Experience using WordPress and Microsoft Office applications (Word, Outlook, Excel)
Familiarity with Adobe design tools
Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and ability to manage multiple priorities
Preferred
H.S. Diploma
Benefits
Several health insurance options, with annual deductibles as low as $250/individual and $500/family.
Dental
Vision
Several life insurance options
AD&D and Accident insurance
Flexible Spending and Health Savings Accounts
Wisconsin Retirement System (WRS), where employer contributions begin immediately, and employees are fully vested after 5 years of service.
Supplemental retirement savings programs including a 403(b) and Deferred Compensation.
Several types of paid leave benefits, which are prorated for employees working less than 100%.
9 legal holidays
36 hours of personal holiday
Between 96-130 hours of sick leave annually
Paid parental leave
13-27 days of vacation each year, depending on years of service and employment type.
Company
Universities of Wisconsin
13 universities. 1 mission. To make Wisconsin...Future Ready. For All.
Founded in 1971
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$7MKey Investors
Alfred P. Sloan Foundation
2019-01-01Grant· $7M
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