The University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee (UWM) is Wisconsin’s second-largest university, with a unique dual mission of access and research to provide high-quality education for students from all backgrounds. UWM is one of 146 top research universities recognized as “R1” by the Carnegie Classification of Institutions of Higher Education. Along with its main campus in Milwaukee, UWM has branch campuses in Waukesha and Washington County.
UWM celebrates, values and promotes the diverse voices and experiences of its students and employees and our community partners. We believe diversity enriches and strengthens our institution. UWM is committed to providing equitable access to opportunities for students and employees from every background. We aspire to create a campus climate that is welcoming to all. Learn more here: https://uwm.edu/diversity-equity-inclusion/about-dei/

Upward Bound Math & Science (UBMS) is a year-round pre-college program for 9-12 grade students to help them realize their potential to excel in math & science; expose them to STEM majors and careers; and encourage students to pursue college degrees in these fields. UBMS students must be a first-generation college student or meet income eligibility guidelines. UBMS is funded through the US Department of Education and sponsored by the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee. All services are FREE!
Services provided by UBMS include:
Tutoring, Individualized Academic Advising, Career Exploration, College Admissions information and application assistance, Financial aid and scholarship information and application assistance, Academic, Study and Professional Skills Workshops, College Campus Visits, Cultural Activities, Mandatory 6-Week Summer Program, Parent Workshops, and Bi-Weekly Stipends for Participants.
More information for our program can be found on our website at https://uwm.edu/trio/high-school-programs/upward-bound-math-science/

The purpose of the Pre-College Services Advising Specialist (UBMS Advisor) for the Upward Bound Math & Science program is to provide educational outreach and support services for high school students on a STEM college trajectory who wish to graduate and obtain postsecondary credentials. The duties included but not limited to outreach and recruitment of potential UBMS participants into the program, providing student advising caseload management that entails individualized student advising, planning, facilitating, and evaluating academic and cultural enrichment classes, workshops, activities, and events. The activities include academic tutoring, residential and non-residential academic enrichment summer, and year-round camps, coordinating field trips, and college tours to assist participants with successfully graduating from high school prepared to enroll in and graduate from postsecondary education.

As part of UWM’s commitment to supporting the success of our team members through positive experiences, employees are provided with Benefits to Benefit You and Your Life. UWM offers a comprehensive benefits package and contributes towards the cost of several benefit plans. Employees with a qualifying position also receive an extensive leave package including vacation, sick leave (with no expiration), personal holiday, and paid legal holidays. Please visit this link to view summary benefits information. (Compensation figures are for example purposes only.) UWM Benefits to Benefit You and Your Life

Interested applicants are required to apply online and provide a cover letter addressing your education/experience as they apply to all minimum and preferred qualifications, a resume, and a document listing the names and contact information for three professional references. UWM will not consider paper, emailed or faxed applications.
In instances where the Search and Screen Committee is unable to ascertain from a candidate’s application materials whether they meet any of the qualifications, they will be evaluated as not meeting such qualifications.
All application materials will be further evaluated as evidence of excellent written communication skills. Candidate(s) selected for hire will be required to submit official college transcripts.