Assist in bringing federal officials to Wisconsin to visit UW campuses, meet faculty and students and become more familiar with Wisconsin s resources. Work closely with and assist in staffing the UW System Federal Relations Council. Report annually to UW System colleagues on federal initiatives and activities and prepare an analysis of the federal budget on the university. As appropriate, work with the State of Wisconsin Federal Relations Director on federal activities and state priorities. Highly qualified candidates will have substantial experience involving progressively more responsibility in the areas of government and community relations in higher education, federal, state or local government or related corporate environment.
Position requires strong organizational and leadership skills.
Candidates must have excellent interpersonal, organizational and communications skills, both oral and written, and must demonstrate the ability to work well with others. Candidates must have proven problem solving capabilities and be self-starters. Must be computer proficient. Bachelor s degree required. The UW System Federal Relations Coordinator will serve as a member of the University Relations Management Team, reporting directly to the Vice President and Associate Vice President of University Relations.