Department Assistant

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* Position Title:

** Department Assistant##
** Job Category:
** University Staff##
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* Employment Type:

** Regular##
** Job Profile:
** Department Assistant##
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* Job Duties:

** The Office Manager provides support to a collaborative team within the Disability Services (DS) office.  The successful candidate will establish and maintain strong public relations and interpersonal skills with college students with disabilities, faculty, staff, student staff and university departments. This position assists in coordination and implementation of testing accommodations and note-taking services for students with disabilities. Provides support in office compliance with disability laws and amendments.

Additionally, this position assists with other duties within the DS office including but not limited to assisting other staff with the coordination of accommodations. ##
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Job Responsibilities:

*** Develops, implements, and maintains methods and organizational systems directed at the maintenance of electronic/physical records related to department operations according to established policies and procedures
* Coordinates projects and program components including, scheduling and logistics, unit workflow, and identifies areas for process improvements
* Monitors the department, unit or program budget and expenses, and may assist in the development of program budget and projections
* Identifies, troubleshoots, and resolves problems regarding technical systems and programs related to department operations
* May provide operational guidance and training on day-to-day activities of student workers and program staff
* Serves as a primary point of contact for the department##
** Department:
** The University of Wisconsin-Stout recognizes disability as a dynamic aspect of our university community.  Disability Services (DS) is committed to creating equal access and opportunity to all campus programs and services for persons with disabilities. Means of equal access are provided to students with documented disabilities to provide the opportunity to demonstrate their abilities and capabilities.

DS meets with students to identify barriers experienced in the learning and living environments and establishes individualized access plans to create inclusive environments. DS partners with academic departments, housing, student programs, and all other areas of the university to create an accessible university environment.##
** Compensation:**## Minimum starting hourly wage of $19.50 ($40,560) plus benefits, commensurate with qualifications and experience.  A six-month probationary period is required.##
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* Required Qualifications:

*** High school diploma
* Evidence of computer skills including proficiency with Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook)
* Budget management and record-keeping knowledge and skill
* Evidence of interpersonal and customer service skills##
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* Preferred Qualifications:

*** Bachelor’s degree
* Experience working in a higher education environment
* Experience working with individuals with disabilities
* Ability to handle challenging situations with composure and successfully problem-solve
* Excellent judgment including sensitivity to personal and confidential information
* Ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously with minimal supervisory oversight
* Ability to work independently and as part of a team environment
* Experience supervising student workers or other staff##
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* How to Apply:

**** Complete applications received by end of day, February 15, 2026 are ensured full consideration.
** Applications submitted after February 15, 2026 may be reviewed at the discretion of the search committee or until position is filled. Successful candidate must have degree requirements completed and ability to work full time by position start date.

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** Required application materials**:

Cover letter (  See below)
Resume
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