Academic Support Specialist, IET Grant Funded (Part-Time LTE)

Academic Support Specialist, IET Grant Funded (Part-Time LTE)

Salary

$23.92 - $29.90 Hourly

Location

Multi-Campus, WI

Job Type

Part-Time Limited Term

Job Number

2026-05825

Division

Employer & Educational Community Services

Opening Date

10/13/2026

Closing Date

10/27/2026 10:00 PM Central

Application Requirements

Incomplete applications will not be accepted. Candidates, both internal and external, must fully complete the employment application for further consideration. Typing "See Resume" instead of completing the application is not acceptable

Supplemental Information

All applications for this position must have a current resume and cover letter attached at the time of application.

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Description

Milwaukee Area Technical College (MATC) is Wisconsins largest and most diverse technical college, offering 170+ high-quality programs that connect students to a career in as little as one to two years. The college also offers a less expensive path to a four-year degree. MATC is transforming lives, industry and our community by preparing students today for the careers of tomorrow. Together, we are meeting the needs of the community we shared and committed to eliminating equity gaps in higher education for both students and employees. We are seeking passionate individuals to join our team who share the same passion in serving this purpose. Learn more about MATC at www.matc.edu.

Note: This is a grant-funded position. Funding for this position is contingent upon the terms of the grant. This position is funded through 6/30/27.

Under the direction of the Dean and AEFL Grant Coordinator, this position works with students, faculty, and staff in the Adult Education & Family Literacy (AEFL) Programs. Assist students, faculty, and staff at our campus locations as needed to coordinate academic and tutorial support as well as participate in related activities such as recruitment and retention. Work requires judgment, analysis, and decision-making according to established practices and procedures. Supervision received is general in nature and daily responsibilities are completed independently in coordination with the faculty, staff, and grant coordinator.

Characteristic Duties and Responsibilities

• Provides course placement, monitor grade level gains, case management for referrals to programs; transitions student to post-secondary program, and/or referral for job

placement; conducts data collection and entry into the Online Client Report System; facilitates and administers TABE testing.

• Provides information about services available to students at MATC; collaborates with admissions, counselors and other professional personnel to monitor referrals and progress.
• Advises students on enrollment and program requirements; helps with financial aid applications; admissions and program registration. Informs students about program course availability, program changes, admissions, and registration. Coordinates activities to transition to Post Secondary programs and career readiness.
• Advises students with class selection; assesses test scores, reviews transcript and program plan, provides entry options, curriculum, academic and performance preparation.
• Provides individual student academic case management to support grade progression, registration, and academic service referrals to support course completion and graduation.
• Maintains records and prepares reports as required including monitoring student attendance and student contact.
• Collaborates and supports assigned community based organizations (CBOs). Support may include but are not limited to assisting students with registration and program availability, providing orientation to new staff/faculty to grant guidelines and requirements, and ensuring organizations are adhering to guidelines.
• Coordinates tutoring and/or instructional support and distributes resource information for students enrolled in Basic Skills (Adult Education) at CBO sites based on class assignments and/or instructors recommendations.
• Compiles, collects, submits, and presents center progress reports to administration through meetings and data generated reports. Complete reporting to meet grant requirements.
• Ensures delivery of excellent customer service, including face-to-face, telephone, electronic, and print transactions.
• Establishes, collaborates and maintains working relationships with students, faculty, administrative leadership and staff.
• Participates in meetings, workshops, seminars, and other professional activities
• Performs other related duties as required for the efficient operations of the division.

Qualifications

Compliance with all state, federal, and accreditation standards/requirements, as well as all MATC policies and procedures.

MINIMUM REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

Education/Experience:

• Bachelor's degree or higher with an emphasis in Higher Education, Education Administration, major course work in Adult Education or Curriculum and Instruction or related field.

• At least three (3) total years of relevant experience*

Preferred Education/Experience in addition to the minimum requirements listed above:

• Bilingual fluency (able to read, write, and speak) Spanish and English. This skill we be tested.

• Master's degree or higher in Higher Education, Education Administration, major course work in Adult Education or Curriculum and Instruction or related field AND five (5) or more years of relevant experience*

• Relevant experience includes previous work in a (community based organization, high school or higher education) student facing position which directly provides support services which assist students achieve academic success.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

• Knowledge of and experience with the goals and practices of Community Based Education.
• Knowledge of the student enrollment process.
• Knowledge and ability to provide academic case management services.
• Knowledge of and experience working with minority students from diverse socio-economic and cultural backgrounds.
• Ability to utilize databases, student information systems and Microsoft Office Suite including Excel and Word and the initiative to apply queries and reports.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with students, employees, outside governmental and community agencies, and the general public.
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively with people of diverse backgrounds and promote a positive working environment.
• Ability to communicate effectively through both oral and written means.
• Ability to schedule work assignments to meet departmental needs and to maintain related records.
• Ability to work independently.
• Ability to think critically and apply problem resolution.

Supplemental Information

Start Date: This position supports the Community Education Division and is available to start as soon as possible. This is an IET Grant Funded positions with current funding through June 30, 2027.

Hours/Location: This is a 100% IN PERSON up to 19 hours per work week year round position. Hours are typically fall in the 9 am-1:30 pm timeframe, five (5) days a week, but may need to flex for afternoon times based on departmental needs. Employees will conduct all work hours in the State of Wisconsin, performing work outside the state is strictly prohibited.

Location: This position will split their time between our West Allis and Walkers Square locations to support student success. Employees will conduct all work hours in the State of Wisconsin, performing work outside the state is strictly prohibited.

Salary Information: Salaries are listed up to the midpoint of the range and placement is determined based on years of experience, internal salary equity, and a review of the applicants employment and educational background as listed on the fully completed job application.

Application Materials & Requirements: To be considered for this position, all applicants (both internal and external) must submit a thoroughly complete application. An incomplete application will not be considered or reviewed.

Please follow these steps.

1. Complete the Employment Application in its Entirety

You must provide thorough and detailed information for all sections of the application form. An incomplete application will not be considered or reviewed.

2. Attach All Required Documents (At Time of Application)

• Cover Letter

• Up to date - Resume*

• NOTE: Resume (please note, submission of a resume does not satisfy the requirement for a thoroughly completed application.

Interview: Selected qualified candidates will be invited to an interview (In-Person, or Spark Hire/One-Way) which will be scheduled within two weeks of postings closing date.

EEO: Milwaukee Area Technical College will not discriminate against any employee, applicant for employment, student, or applicant for admission on the basis of race, color, national origin, ancestry, sex, sexual orientation, creed, religion, political affiliation, marital status, parental status, pregnancy, disability, age, membership in any reserve component of the armed forces, union affiliation, arrest and conviction record, or any other protected category under applicable local, state or federal law.

Reasonable accommodations will be provided for qualified individuals with disabilities. If you have a disability and need special accommodation for the application process, please contact our office at 414-297-6529 (Wisconsin Relay System: 711) or email jobs@matc.edu.

Employee Benefits at a Glance - PART-TIME FACULTY/EDUCATIONAL SUPPORT- Part-time employees pay a higher percentage of the premium than full-time employees.

HEALTH INSURANCE: MATC offers a choice between two medical insurance plans. See below for plan types:

1- UMR High Level PPO

2- UMR Low Level PPO

Note: All medical plans include Prescription Drug benefits at no additional costs to employees.

DENTAL INSURANCE: MATC offers a traditional group dental plan through Delta Dental.

Annual maximum per covered person is $2,500; plan covers preventive, routine, restoration, and orthodontics for dependents up to age 19.

GROUP TERM LIFE INSURANCE: MATC offers group life insurance benefits through Symetra Provident Insurance with active assignment and is fully paid for by the College. The amount of insurance is $15,000. The benefit is doubled in the event of accidental death.

RETIREMENT BENEFITS: If you are employed for greater than 12 months and meet the minimum hours requirement for participation in the WRS pension system, you will be notified of your eligibility. The College currently pays the full cost of the employer contribution (6.9%), and the employee pays the full part of the employee contribution of 6.9% of salary. There is a five year vesting period requirement in order to qualify for any employer contributions made on the employees behalf.

FLEXIBLE SPENDING PLANS: MATC offers eligible employees the opportunity to participate in both Health Care and Dependent Care flexible spending accounts administered through UMR.

SICK LEAVE BENEFITS: Sick leave is earned based on one times the weekly workload per semester. The maximum hours accumulation is 640 hours.

VACATION BENEFITS: Vacation is earned based on the length of service and hours worked each pay period. (Not available for Instructors)

PAID HOLIDAYS: MATC offers paid/flex holidays based on position.

MATC is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Institution and complies with all requirements of the Americans With Disabilities Act.

01

Candidates (both internal and external) must complete the employment application in its entirety for further consideration. Have you included and fully completed the education and experience information on your application?

• Yes
• No

02

What is the highest level of education you have completed? (Radio)

• High School Diploma or GED Equivalent
• Some College, No Degree
• Associates Degree
• Bachelor Degree
• Masters Degree or higher
• None of the above

03

Please list your degree(s) and conferred field(s)?

04

How many total years of relevant work experience do you have? Relevant experience includes previous work in a (community based organization, high school or higher education) student facing position which directly provides support services which assist students achieve academic success.

• Less than 3 total years
• 3 - 5 total years
• 5 - 7 total years
• More than 7 total years

05

Please describe your leadership and organizational skills as it relates to academic achievement and student growth.

06

Do you have knowledge of Guided Pathways?

• Yes
• No

07

Do you have experience working in a technical college or higher education environment?

• Yes
• No

08

Although not required, are you bilingual? If so, in what language(s) are you fluent (able to speak/read/write) besides English?

09

Job Parameters: - Part-Time up to 19 hours a week, year round position - Limited term position with current funding guaranteed thru June 30th, 2027 - Work time falls typically between the hours of 9 am - 1:30 pm (subject to change) - Locations; split between our West Allis and Walkers Square locations - Pay range is: $23.92 - $29.90 (FIRM), based on applicant experience, education, and internal equity - Modality: 100% IN PERSON Are these hours, location, and pay range acceptable to you? Please type comments below.

10

This part-time position has a probationary period of twelve 12 months for new external hires to the college and six (6) months for internal candidates The person who is hired for this role would not be able to transfer into another role within the college until their probationary period is completed. Is this acceptable to you?

11

(Current Internal Faculty Applicants ONLY) Are you past your initial faculty probationary period with MATC? This means two (2) academics semesters if you are currently a full-time faculty member OR four (4) academic semesters if you are a current part-time faculty member. (EXTERNAL APPLICANTS TYPE N/A)

12

(INTERNAL Staff APPLICANTS ONLY) Are you past your probationary period with MATC? This means six (6) months if you are a current full-time employee and twelve (12) months if you are a current part-time employee. (EXTERNAL APPLICANTS TYPE N/A)

13

Internal MATC employees CANNOT hold two positions at the college at the same time. This includes faculty and staff or any combination. (e.g. holding a full-time position and adding a part-time position AND/OR holding two-part time positions). If you are an external application, type n/a. Do you understand this policy?

14

(INTERNAL APPLICANTS ONLY) Please list all positions previously and currently held at the college. (External applicants type N/A)

Required Question

Employer Milwaukee Area Technical College

Address 700 W. State

Milwaukee, Wisconsin, 53203

Phone 414-297-6529

Website http://www.matc.edu