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Temporary Employment Opportunities (Continuous Recruitment)

Universities of Wisconsin

Oshkosh, WI • On-site

Full-time, Part-time, Temporary

Retirement, PTO

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University Of Wisconsin System rating

7.7

Company rating: 7.7 out of 10

Based on 54 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

265th of 628 rated colleges and universities

Job description

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.
Position Title:
Temporary Employment Opportunities (Continuous Recruitment)
Job Category:
University Staff
Employment Type:
Temporary (Fixed Term)
Job Profile:
Clerical Helper
Job Duties:
If you are interested in working in a temporary full or part-time role at UW Oshkosh, please submit your application to be considered for temporary short-term positions that may become available on an as-needed basis. UW Oshkosh is accepting applications to fill temporary office support positions as well as some other LTE positions. Once you submit an application, you may be contacted by a hiring supervisor if your qualifications meet the needs of the department.
This is temporary work and cannot "work into" permanent employment.
Generally, temporary employees receive minimal benefits. Under certain circumstances, temporary employees may be eligible for retirement and insurance coverage (see below).
  • Temporary employees are covered by Social Security. Social Security taxes will be deducted from your paycheck. The State of Wisconsin pays a matching share toward your Social Security coverage. The taxable wage base and tax rate are subject to periodic adjustments.

  • If you are injured on the job, you may be eligible for worker's compensation benefits.
  • Temporary employees are not eligible for sick leave, vacation or holiday pay.

Key Job Responsibilities:
Department:
Varies
Compensation:
Varies based on position.
How to Apply:
To apply, click on the APPLY button at the top of the posting or go to: http://wisconsin.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/UW_Comprehensives?Institution=5adf054562b610142325cb73e24d0000
Required Application Materials:
Resume
Applicants must complete all required fields and attach all required documents prior to submitting the online application.
Note: Once you have attached your materials and submitted your application you will not be able to go into the system and change them.
Note: This is an open pool for candidates to apply. If the institution has a temporary opening and is interested in learning more about your qualifications, you will be contacted. Thank you sincerely for your time.
Contact Information:
For questions regarding your application and additional options to apply, contact Human Resources at recruitment@uwosh.edu or 920-424-1166.
Legal Notices:
Reasonable Accommodations
UWO provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities who are employees or applicants for employment. Employment opportunities will not be denied because of the need to make reasonable accommodations for a qualified individual with a disability. If you need assistance or accommodation in applying because of a disability, please contact hroffice@uwosh.edu or 920-424-1166. This job announcement and other material on this site will be made available in alternate formats upon request to an individual with a disability.
Confidentiality of Applicant Materials
UWO is a State agency and subject to Wisconsin's Open Records Law. UWO will not, however, reveal the identities of applicants who request confidentiality in writing except as may be required by Wisconsin's Open Records law. In certain circumstances, the identities of "final candidates" and/or the identity of the appointed applicant must be revealed upon request.
CBC & Reference Check Policy
All candidates for employment are subject to a pre-employment screening which includes a criminal background check, work authorization, and verification of education. It will also require you and your references to answer questions regarding sexual violence and sexual harassment.
Annual Security and Fire Safety Report (Clery Act)
For the UWO Annual Security and Fire Safety Reports (i.e., Clery Report), which includes statistics about reported crimes and information about campus security policies, see https://uwosh.edu/police/, or call UWO Police Department, at (920) 424-1212 for a paper copy.
UW is an Equal Opportunity Employer
Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, pregnancy, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other bases protected by applicable federal or State law and UW System policies. We are committed to building a workforce that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills, and encourage all qualified individuals to apply.

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