Administrative Assistant III

JOB REQUIREMENTS: Job Summary: The Administrative Assistant III position provides day-to-day support for the Department of Political Science; as well as department support, this position provides administrative assistance to the Department Chair and the Department Administrator. The successful candidate will have the ability to manage competing priorities as well as the ability to work independently in dealing with the diverse elements of the UW campus. The individual in this position must demonstrate a commitment to facilitating a welcoming environment, willingness to continue understanding diversity, equity and inclusion within higher education. This position assists in organizing multiple facets of the department that requires the ability to prioritize responsibilities, exercise initiative, self-motivation, and critical thinking with complex tasks or problems. The individual must thrive in a team environment as well as be comfortable with independent judgement. This position is an integral part of the department providing front office administrative support, serving as a first point-of -contact to staff, faculty, and graduate students. This position will also be the lead for coordinating a variety of logistics such as what\'s needed for events, travel for faculty recruitments, graduate students, speakers, and other departmental needs. This position is further responsible for coordinating faculty meetings and assistant professor, tenure, and post tenure reviews. About the Department: The University of Wisconsin Political Science Department is one of the nation\'s oldest and most respected programs. Our Department is highly ranked in national surveys, and our award-winning faculty are known for innovative research on the discipline\'s most current and important questions. Our dedication to teaching is also apparent: we are one of the largest majors on campus, with a commitment to excellence in undergraduate instruction. We are seeking a new member to join our community! Responsibilities: Provides general administrative support, while exercising discretion, to the administrator of a department or division of the institution or to the administrator of multiple institution... For full info follow application link. The University of Wisconsin-Madison is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to, including but not limited to, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, pregnancy, disability, or status as a protected veteran and other bases as defined by federal regulations and UW System policies. We promote excellence through diversity and encourage all qualified individuals to apply. If you need to request an accommodation because of a disability, you can find information about how to make a request at the following website: https://employeedisabilities.wisc.edu/disability-accommodation-information-for-applicants/ ***** APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS: Apply Online: ipc.us/t/F46805923F5F4C7C