job: student organization finances, Madison WI, with salary info

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From:
ANJALI BHASIN <bhasin2 at wisc.edu>


Working title:

Student Services Finance Committee Advisor

Official title:

ASSOC STU SERV COORD(T25FN)

Degree and area of specialization:

Bachelor's degree required, Master's degree preferred.

Minimum number of years and type of relevant work experience:

Minimum of two years experience working in education environment, 
preferably in a higher education setting.
Experience working with supporting governing boards and/or community 
funding organizations;
facilitating and teaching conflict management strategies; working with 
issues related to budget management.


Principal duties:

Develop SSFC members' and GSSF organizations' skills in and 
understanding of the topics below through individual advising, 
formalized trainings including training student trainers, training 
manuals, group discussions, role-modeling, etc:
Viewpoint neutrality;
Diversity awareness;
Assertive communication skills/conflict management;
University policies;
Appropriate purview of SSFC;
Ethical decision-making;
Financial management and accountability;
Reading budgets and financial reports;
Organizational development;
Team building, conflict management, stress management;
Running effective meetings; and
Parliamentary procedures.

Provide consultation to SSFC leadership and committee members regarding:
Meeting preparation and management;
Record retention systems;
Process improvement;
Improvement of communication and information to applicant organizations;
Constructive and effective training and education for membership;
Advise leadership in the development of establishing media relations 
with campus news entities;
Develop media and marketing strategy to further publicize SSFC-funded 
services; and/or
Work with students to develop a leadership curriculum appropriate to the 
needs and responsibilities of SSFC.

Other duties:
Become familiar with University policies and procedures;
Have knowledge of ASM governance and ability to maintain a non-partisan 
role;
Assist committee and organizations funded by segregated fees in the 
formation, implementation and assessment of semester and yearly goals;
Maintain training and information resources/manuals to support the 
committee's work;
Plan and participate in on-going student development training programs 
as needed;
Serve as a consultant to student organizations requesting support from 
SSFC to provide written training opportunities, individual/group 
consultations, etc;
Maintain involvement in professional pursuits that better qualify 
him/her to perform more effectively; and/or
Foster positive relationships and work collaboratively with students and 
other University staff who work closely with student organizations and 
student leaders funded by SSFC.
Participate in Student Government Staff meetings and Office of the dean 
of Students Divisional activities.
Meet regularly as a team with supervisor, SSFC Financial Specialist, and 
ODOS Budget Director.
Willingness to adjust personal schedules to meet the needs of ASM for 
attendance at meetings or other events at times more convenient for 
students. Employee will work a flexible work schedule to accommodate for 
evening and weekend commitments.

Other duties as assigned.

Accountability and staff relationships:
Promote respect and the practice of civility in the workplace;
Develop positive working relations with staff and students;
Demonstrate respect for others through personal actions and behaviors;
Demonstrate commitment to fostering an inclusive living-learning-working 
community;
Demonstrate a commitment to diversity;
Demonstrate a commitment to organizational success;
Communicate via oral, written and electronic media with diverse 
populations in an educational environment;
Recognize other's achievements and contributions to the workplace;
Resolve conflict in a timely, constructive, and respectful manner;
Exhibit a commitment to process and quality improvement;
Demonstrate flexibility and adaptability to change;
Demonstrate commitment to student orientation and excellence through 
professional actions and behaviors; and/or
Lead/initiate improvements in area of responsibility and in the 
development of organizational climate and culture.

Work collaboratively and collegially with members of the SSFC, ASM 
student leadership, ASM advising and program staff, staff in the central 
administration of the Offices of the Dean of Students, and the 
administration of the University to facilitate process improvement and

Additional Information:

Background:
This position advises a 15 member student fees allocations committee 
that supports over 25 student organizations and programs that provide a 
diverse array of services to students. Student Services Finance 
Committee (SSFC) allocates approximately $6 million in student fees. The 
committee has a complex structure that follows State, University, and 
Student Government funding guidelines and, fiscal policies and 
procedures. SSFC members are elected (6), appointed (5), Student 
Government Council members (5), and ASM Finance Chair. Terms are 
currently limited to one year except for 6 elected members who serve 
staggered 2-year terms. This position works closely with SSFC and ASM 
leadership on a daily basis to provide needed consultation and advising 
to ensure the integrity of the eligibility and allocations process.

Qualified applicants should possess:

Familiarity with and knowledge of student development theory and student 
services;
Must possess self-direction and initiative;
Demonstrated commitment to role of student government and shared 
governance processes;
Familiarity with non-profit and/or public university funding and 
accounting systems;
Ability to work with students, student organizations and staff of 
diverse backgrounds, interests and abilities in an atmosphere of mutual 
respect;
Excellent communication skills required;
Commitment to effective group processes and quality improvement;
Demonstrated ability to work in a dynamic, fast-paced, high-profile work 
environment with a substantial level of ambiguity;
Employee will work a flexible work schedule to accommodate for evening 
and weekend commitments.





A criminal background check will be conducted prior to hiring.
A period of evaluation will be required
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Appointment type: Academic Staff
Department(s): DOS/SSFC  
Full time salary rate: Minimum $36,000 ANNUAL (12 months)
Depending on Qualifications
Term: This is a renewable appointment.
Appointment percent: 100%
Anticipated begin date: OCTOBER 01, 2008
Number of positions: 1

TO ENSURE CONSIDERATION

Application must be received by: AUGUST 22, 2008

HOW TO APPLY:

Applications must be received by application deadline date to ensure 
consideration. Applicants should submit a current resume and a cover 
letter that addresses how their experiences and skills match the 
qualifications and expectations for this position, as well as names, 
addresses, phone numbers and e-mail addresses of three references.

ELECTRONIC SUBMISSIONS ARE STRONGLY ENCOURAGED.

NOTE: Unless confidentiality is required in writing, information 
regarding the names of applicants must be released upon request. 
Finalists cannot be guaranteed confidentiality.


Unless another application procedure has been specified above, please 
send resume and cover letter referring to Position Vacancy Listing #59791 to

Diane Steele Phone: 608-263-5700
75 Bascom Hall TTY: 608-263-2473
500 Lincoln Dr Fax: 608-265-5646
Madison WI 53706-1314 Email: dsteele at odos.wisc.edu
 

NOTE: Unless confidentiality is requested in writing, information 
regarding the names of applicants must be released upon request. 
Finalists cannot be guaranteed confidentiality.

UW-Madison is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. We 
promote excellence through diversity and encourage all qualified 
individuals to apply.

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