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Content and Community Specialist

UW-MADISON

MADISON, WI · HybridFull-timeSeen 4 days agoSeen in employer's feed 4 days ago

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Compensation
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Location
MADISON, WIHybrid
Schedule
Full-time
Work Authorization
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Job overview

The Content and Community Specialist supports the Biological Systems Engineering and Soil and Environmental Sciences departments in their research, instructional, and outreach missions. Working with the Department Administrator, the specialist handles communication and event support, including website updates, newsletters, department events, and donor thank-you letters. The role is full-time, ongoing/renewable, and partial remote, with occasional nights and weekends potentially required.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

AdministrationWebsite UpdatingNewsletter ProductionEvent PlanningProblem SolvingSocial MediaVideo Editing

Qualifications

Higher Education Experience

Full job description

JOB REQUIREMENTS: Current Employees: If you are currently employed at any of the Universities of Wisconsin, log in to Workday to apply through the internal application process. Job Category:University Staff Employment Type:Regular Job Profile:Administrative Assistant II Job Summary: The Content and Community Specialist will join the Biological Systems Engineering and Soil and Environmental Sciences Administrative Hub in providing support to the academic departments of Biological Systems Engineering (BSE) and Soil and Environmental Sciences (SES) in their research, instructional, and outreach missions. This position will work collaboratively with the Department Administrator to lead various communication and event support functions for these academic departments. The BSE/SES Administrative Hub provides department-level support in the areas of administration, finance, grants, human resources, payroll, and student services. Candidates should be prepared to assist with day-to-day operations while focusing on building relationships with these departments and CALS. The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of administration, website updating, obtaining content from departments and putting together the newsletters for both departments, planning for department events when they occur, and sending out "Thank you" letters to our donors in both departments. Experience in a higher education setting, the ability to identify issues or areas for improvement, and the ability to solve problems in these areas independently are key attributes for success in this position. It is preferred that this candidate has some basic knowledge of social media platforms and video editing for outreach activities. This is a full-time, partial remote, ongoing/renewable position. Normal hours are 7:45am-4:30pm, Monday through Friday. Occasional nights and weekends may be required. Additional information: * Criminal Background Check may be required * Evaluation/Probationary Period may be required * Driver's Authorization may be required * Work Authorization: -The successful applicant will be responsible for ensuring eligibility for employment in the United States by the start of... 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/B97985614C19491C

How this job compares

Set against the 1,946 open Administrative Assistant jobs on Olive Jobs, counted October 27, 2026.

Pay
  • This postingNot listed
  • US median$48–64K/yr250 salary ranges
  • US median$19–23/hr846 hourly ranges
Openings
Olive Jobs lists 56 open Administrative Assistant jobs in Wisconsin and 1,946 across the US. Under 1% of them nationwide are listed as remote or flexible.
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Experience
Administrative Assistant postings that state a minimum ask for 2 years of experience at the median; the middle half ask for 1 to 3 years (970 postings).
Education
112 of the 1,946 open Administrative Assistant jobs (6%) ask for a bachelor's degree or higher.

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