Administrative Assistant – College of Fine Arts & Communication

University of Wisconsin Colleges; Stevens Point (WI); On-site; USD 16,452 - 20,108; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Excellent benefits package

Flexible working hours

Job summary

The University of Wisconsin Colleges is seeking an Administrative Assistant for the College of Fine Arts & Communication located in Stevens Point, Wisconsin. This full-time position involves providing essential administrative support to the School of Design & Communication and the Department of Music.

Responsibilities include managing communications, scheduling, and office logistics. Candidates should possess strong organizational and problem-solving skills and be able to handle multiple tasks in a collaborative environment. A starting hourly wage of $18.28 and excellent benefits are offered.

Qualifications

• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Experience in office management and event planning.
• Strong critical thinking and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide front-line administrative support to various departments.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for multiple stakeholders.
• Manage logistics for meetings, conferences, and daily operations.

Skills

Organizational skills

Critical thinking

Written communication

Verbal communication

Problem-solving

Office management

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Camera and recording equipment

Job description

## Administrative Assistant – College of Fine Arts & CommunicationApplyremote type: Onsitelocations: Stevens Point, WItime type: Full timeposted on: Posted Todayjob requisition id: JR10012541## ***Current Employees: If you are currently employed at any of the Universities of Wisconsin, log in to Workday to apply through the internal application process.***## **Position Title:**Administrative Assistant – College of Fine Arts & Communication## **Job Category:**University Staff## **Employment Type:**Regular## **Job Profile:**Administrative Assistant I## **Job Duties:**The Administrative Assistant provides front-line administrative and operational support to the School of Design & Communication and the Department of Music within the College of Fine Arts & Communication. This role serves as a primary point of contact for students, faculty, staff, and visitors while coordinating scheduling, events, communications, and equipment checkout. The position supports two dynamic academic units and requires strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a collaborative environment.\*\*Full position description is available upon request. \*\*## **Key Job Responsibilities:*** Serves as first point of contact for individuals and groups providing basic organizational information via phone, in person, and through other communication mediums, routing more complex inquiries to the appropriate entities* Schedules logistics and secures resources for meetings, conferences, travel, and work unit operations* Sends, receives, copies, and distributes communications to the appropriate entities according to established policies and procedures* Tracks, stocks, orders, and inventories office supplies to ensure adequate materials are available for workplace operation## **Department:**This is a unique position housed within the College of Fine Arts & Communication as a shared position between the School of Design & Communication and the Department of Music. A successful candidate for this position will be able to prioritize and manage a variety of administrative functions to support the staff, faculty, and students of the two different units.## **Compensation:**The Administrative Assistant is a .875 FTE, Typically 40 hours per week during the school year, 20 hours per week during the summer .Well-qualified candidates can expect a starting hourly wage of $18.28/hour commensurate with the candidate’s education, related experience, and qualifications.Eligible Universities of Wisconsin employees receive an excellent benefits package. To learn more about the benefits package, review the University Staff Benefit Quick Guide. Use the Health & Retirement Contributions Estimator to calculate the estimated value of your compensation and benefits.## ## **Required Qualifications:*** Ability to work independently and as a member of a team* Ability to prioritize and manage multiple competing tasks* Strong critical thinking and problem-solving skills* Strong written and verbal communication skills* Experience in office management* High school diploma or equivalent## **Preferred Qualifications:*** Experience operating and maintain camera and other recording equipment* Experience in event management?* Experience with inventory and catalog management* Quick to learn new information management systems* Post secondary degree* Experience interpreting and applying institutional or system policies## **How to Apply:**TO ENSURE CONSIDERATION: Applications received by 07/24/2026 are ensured full consideration. Applications received after that date may be given consideration at the discretion of the search committee. Application materials will be evaluated, and the most qualified applicants will be invited to participate in the next step of the selection process. Incomplete and/or late application materials may not receive consideration.Files must be complete to be considered. Submission in PDF format is preferred for all attachments. Please include the following documents:- Cover letter addressing qualifications and experience- ResumeAfter you submit your application, you will be unable to edit it. Please be sure to include all required materials before submitting your application.## **Contact Information:**Name: Andrew SlembarskiEmail:[e-mail]: 715-346-3841## **Special Notes:**Through the discovery and dissemination of knowledge, UW-Stevens Point stimulates intellectual growth, provides a liberal education, and prepares students for a diverse sustainable world. The university is committed to creating a safe, inclusive learning community for all faculty and staff from a variety of backgrounds. Visit https://www.uwsp.edu/join-uw-stevens-point/ for more information about UW-Stevens Point. To learn about the Stevens Point (aka Point) area fun, jobs, housing, education, quality of life, and bragging rights, visit www.stevenspointarea.com.Individuals with disabilities who need a reasonable accommodation during the application or interview process should contact Human Resources and Affirmative Action at 715-346-2606 or [e-mail] safety and success of students, faculty, and staff at the University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point is paramount. The Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act requires the distribution of an annual security report to all current and prospective students, faculty, and staff. You may obtain the complete report at https://www3.uwsp.edu/protsv/Pages/Clery.aspxThe University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point will not reveal the identities of applicants who request confidentiality in writing, except the identity of the successful candidate will be released. See Wis. Stat. sec. 19.36(7).An offer of employment will require a criminal background check and authorization to work within the United States as required by the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986.