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University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee ADMINISTRATIVE ASSOCIATE DIRECTOR in Milwaukee, Wisconsin
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Please see Special Instructions for more details.
To be considered for this position, applicants must submit the following:
Resume
Cover Letter
References
All 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. When referencing employment history, please address your experience with the minimum and preferred qualifications listed above in your resume and/or cover letter.
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Posting Details
Official Job Title ADMINISTRATIVE ASSOCIATE DIRECTOR
Working Title: Associate Director of Business, Retail, and Dining Service
Position Number 00175112
Division Student Affairs
Department B032900 RETAIL SERVICES
Position Type Non-Teaching Academic Staff
Appointment Type Fixed Renewable
Pay Basis Annual
Salary Grade 25
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 mission of Restaurant Operations (https://uwm.edu/dining/connect-with-us/our-work/) is to provide a quality dining experience at an affordable price that enhances campus life and supports the overall mission of the University. It is the responsibility of Restaurant Operations to operate in a fiscally responsible manner, contribute fair-share support to the University, and sustain adequate reserves for future growth.
Job Summary
Reporting to the Food Service Director, this position plans and directs multiple administrative and financial operations of Dining and Retail Services to advance program goals and objectives providing strategic planning and policy development, financial, budgetary, and operational leadership to all areas of Dining and Retail Services. This includes information technology system needs and directing the administrative operations for Retail Services in the Division of Student Affairs including:
Residential Dining,
Restaurant Operations,
PantherShop,
Campus PantherCard Operations
Cash Operations,
Business Office
Revenue and Expense contracts
Dining and Retail Services employs approximately 80 full-time university and academic staff and more than 500 students and temporary employees. The Associate Director will be responsible for leading the business operations and providing strategic guidance to the Food Service Director. Responsibilities of the position include:
Establishes financial goals for Dining and Retail Services, strategically plans and establishes policies to support the department, develops the $18 million annual operating program revenue budget and subsequent 5-year plan including capital planning ($250,000 – $2 million annually), identifies operational needs from an IT perspective, and plans for the implementation of those IT needs.
Develops policies, establishing procedures with operation controls for all administrative units of Dining and Retail Services. Key importance is the financial standards of operational units, internal controls and financial policy. Establishment of strong internal controls, implementation of sound business practices, and insuring compliance with these established policies is required.
Plans the objectives and directs the activities of the full and part-time staff for Dining and Retail Services for Campus Card Services, Cash Services, Dining and Retail Services business office, IT needs, and contracts/purchasing for the department including the hiring, evaluation, and other supervisory aspects of managing staff. This position will directly supervise two full-time and one part-time staff.
Serves as the Department’s liaison, business representative, within the Division of Student Affairs communicating and interacting with other campus personnel regarding all financial matters in a fast-paced complex environment providing expert advice, guidance and consultation, including representation on campus committees (Fees, PCI compliance, etc.) as required.
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree
Five years relevant work experience in finance, accounting, or related field
Evidence of strong organizational, planning, analytical, and problem-solving skills
Preferred Qualifications
Master’s degree and/or specialized training or certification in related subject matter
Demonstrated experience in a supervisory or leadership role
Experience in contract management
Experience overseeing the business aspects of a comprehensive dining program (residential, retail, and catering)
Experience working with campus card management systems (such as CBORD )
Experience working in higher education environment; food service a plus
Project Management experience that demonstrates the ability to develop and execute a comprehensive business plan and deadline-driven projects
Demonstrated strong interpersonal skills that establish prior experience engaging and building relationships with a diverse population
Demonstrated understanding of financial principles, accounting standards and financial reporting
Proficiency in financial analysis and reporting tools, including PC-based spreadsheet applications and systems
Target Salary Range $80,000 - $93,550
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
To be considered for this position, applicants must submit the following:
Resume
Cover Letter
References
All 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. When referencing employment history, please address your experience with the minimum and preferred qualifications listed above in your resume and/or cover letter.
Application Deadline 12/10/2023
Continuous (Open Until Filled?) No
If Continuous, Initial Review Date 12/17/2023
Position Contact Name Luke Messmann
Contact Phone 414-251-5883
Contact Email MessmanL@Uwm.edu
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.
Legal Notices
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
UWM provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities who are employees or applicants for employment. Employment opportunities will not be denied because of the need to make reasonable accommodations for a qualified individual with a disability. If you need assistance or accommodation in applying because of a disability, please contact uwm-jobs@uwm.edu or 414-229-4463. This job announcement and other material on this site will be made available in alternate formats upon request to an individual with a disability.
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.
Annual Security and Fire Safety Report (Clery Act)
For the UWM Annual Security and Fire Safety Reports (i.e., Clery Report), which includes statistics about reported crimes and information about campus security policies, see http://www.cleryact.uwm.edu/, or call UWM’s Dean of Students Office, Student Union 345 at (414) 229-4632 for a paper copy.
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 Food/Retail Services, Accounting/Finance, Dean/Director/Executive, Information Technology, Project Management, Purchasing/Procurement
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References
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