The University of Wisconsin System is one of the largest systems of public higher education in the country and employs more than 40,000 faculty and staff statewide. The UW System's combined enrollment headcount exceeds 164,000, and the System confers more than 37,000 degrees each year. The UW System is comprised of 13 four-year universities with 13 two-year branch campuses affiliated with seven of the four-year institutions. Two of the universities (UW-Madison and UW-Milwaukee) are doctoral degree-granting institutions and 11 are master's degree-granting comprehensive institutions. The UW System is governed by a single Board of Regents comprised of 18 members. The UW System head is the President of the System. Together, these institutions are a tremendous academic, cultural, and economic resource for Wisconsin, the nation, and the world.
The mission of the Office of Policy Analysis & Research (OPAR) is to inform University of Wisconsin System planning, policy development, evaluation, and decision-making processes, and guide UW System's strategic direction in contributing to the economic development and higher education goals of the State of Wisconsin. In fulfilling this mission, OPAR's primary functions are to:
OPAR serves as the office of record and clearinghouse for the UW System Administration (UWSA) on student, curricular, admissions, and financial aid information. As such, OPAR oversees the collection and management of these data from UW System institutions and conducts relevant analysis in these areas. In addition, the office coordinates and analyzes systemwide surveys and benchmarks UW System performance against peer systems and institutions.
Major Responsibilities
The Policy and Planning Analyst supports the Office of Policy Analysis and Research's (OPAR's) core mission to inform University of Wisconsin System planning, policy development, evaluation and decision-making processes. The Policy and Planning Analyst performs a wide variety of activities related to institutional research, data management and analysis, leading and/or coordinating selected OPAR projects and processes.
Responsibilities include the following key activities:
Minimum Qualifications
To be considered for this position, applicants must have the following qualifications:
Preferred Qualifications
Conditions of Employment
This position is a full-time, salaried (exempt) Academic Staff position. Qualified candidates can expect a starting annual salary up to $90,000, commensurate with the candidate's education, related experience, and qualifications. UW System employees receive an excellent benefit package. To learn more about the benefits package, review the UW System Employee Benefits Brochure.
Special Notes
The UW System conducts criminal background checks for final candidate(s). It will also require you and your references to answer questions regarding sexual violence and sexual harassment.
Work Location
The office location is at 1220 Linden Drive (Van Hise Hall), Madison, WI. This position has the potential to be performed in a hybrid work schedule. Specifics regarding work location requirements will be discussed during the interview process.
Application Instructions
To ensure full consideration, please submit application materials as soon as possible. Applicant screening will begin immediately and be ongoing through Thursday, July 27. However, applications may be accepted until the position has been filled.
The University of Wisconsin System Administration is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer and actively seeks and encourages applications from women, minorities, and person with disabilities.
Questions may be addressed to: Shelby Buchanan, HR Business Partner; UW System Human Resources; at Shelby.Buchanan@uwex.wisconsin.edu
There is no School of Cheese in the University of Wisconsin System (UW System), but there are 13 four-year universities, 13 two-year campuses, and a statewide extension program. The UW System is one of the largest public university systems in the ...
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