Student Engagement Admin Lead - Budget & HR Support

University of Wisconsin-Whitewater; Whitewater (WI); On-site; USD 52,000 - 57,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Wisconsin-Whitewater seeks a Student Engagement Administrative Specialist for the University Center. This role provides professional-level administrative, operational, financial, and personnel support across Student Engagement, coordinating processes, budgets, procurement, HR, and student employment.

Responsibilities include advising staff, maintaining records, developing procedures, handling confidential information, and serving as liaison with campus offices to advance student

Qualifications

• Associate degree or higher in a related field with 3+ years of administrative support experience.
• Experience managing financial, budgetary, procurement, or related processes.
• Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive administrative support to the Student Engagement unit.
• Coordinate calendars, meetings, travel, and operational priorities.
• Oversee student employment processes and onboarding.
• Prepare reports to support leadership decision-making and budget monitoring.
• Serve as liaison between Student Engagement and campus offices.

Skills

Administrative support

Budget management

Communication

Staff guidance

Data analysis

Education

Associate degree in Business Administration or related field

Bachelor's degree (preferred)

Tools

Workday

Job description

University of Wisconsin-Whitewater seeks a Student Engagement Administrative Specialist for the University Center. This role provides professional-level administrative, operational, financial, and personnel support across Student Engagement, coordinating processes, budgets, procurement, HR, and student employment.

Responsibilities include advising staff, maintaining records, developing procedures, handling confidential information, and serving as liaison with campus offices to advance student