Public Records Custodian

Public Records Custodian ?The University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee is seeking to fill a full-time vacancy for a Public Records Custodian in the Division of University Relations & Communications.

?UW-Milwaukee is recognized as one of the countrys top research universities. With more than 190 academic programs, UWM offers a world class education to more than 24,000 students from more than 90 countries. UW-Milwaukee partners with businesses throughout the region, conducting joint research and offering internships to students enrolled in its 14 schools and colleges. UWMs 104-acre central campus is located on Milwaukees upper east side, one of the citys most attractive residential areas and home to many faculty, staff, and students.

**?Job Summary**

?The Public Records Custodian will receive, review, compile and respond to public records requests, following the relevant laws, including Wisconsin Public Records Law, the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act, and UWM procedures; and provide responses as soon as practicable and without delay. The Public Records Custodian will maintain knowledge and provide guidance to the campus community on applicable laws and assist with campus wide training as necessary. This requires consultation with the Office of Legal Affairs, UW System General Counsels Office and the Wisconsin Department of Justice. The Public Records Custodian will communicate with requesting parties, subject of responsive records, campus partners, and other parties regarding status of records request, following the relevant laws and UWM procedures using skillful and diplomatic communication skills. They will also maintain a public records database using excellent organization skills.

**?Minimum Qualifications**

? Bachelors degree by date of hire

? At least one year of experience in a professional environment related to: legal, public policy, government, education, or other environment in which records are the focus

**?Preferred Qualifications**

? Evidence of strong attention to detail and excellent organization skills

? Evidence of the ability to work under tight deadlines, shift priorities, and fulfill requests expeditiously

? Evidence of understanding the WPRL, FERPA, DPPA, and other public policy issues

? Law degree or advanced degree in related field

? Evidence of the ability to handle sensitive information with a diverse group of professional colleagues, students, and other parties

**?Application Instructions**

?Candidates interested in this position should submit a letter of application addressing the educational and professional qualifications above, resume and the names and contact information for three references. For this position applicants are required to apply online. UWM will not consider paper, e-mailed or faxed applications. In instances where the Search and Screen Committee is unable to ascertain from a candidates application materials whether they meet any of the qualifications, they will be evaluated as not meeting such qualifications.

**?Please note this is a continuous recruitment with an initial review data of 09/07/2021. Applications received after 09/06/21 may not receive consideration.**

?Application Deadline

?If Continuous, Initial Review Date 09/07/2021

?Position Contact Name Alison Wiencek

?Contact Phone 414-###-####

?Contact Email ...@uwm.edu

?Application Notes

?For this position, applicants are required to apply online. UWM will not consider paper, emailed or faxed applications. Additionally, applicants must complete all required fields and attach any required documents. The process is complete when the message Your application has been submitted is displayed and you receive a confirmation number.

**?Legal Notices**

?AA/EO Statement

?UWM is an AA/EO employer: All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, disability, or protected veteran status.

?Reasonable Accommodations

?UWM 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 ...@uwm.edu or 414-###-####. 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

?WM is a State agency and subject to Wisconsins Open Records Law. UWM will not, however, reveal the identities of applicants who request confidentiality in writing except as may be required by Wisconsins 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 and Reference Check Policy

?Employment will require a criminal background check. UWM takes the prevention of sexual misconduct seriously. As such, you and your references will be required to answer questions regarding any past findings of sexual violence and sexual harassment or any pending allegations of sexual violence or sexual harassment.

?Annual Security and Fire Safety Report (Clery Act)

?For the UWM Annual Security and Fire Safety Reports (i.e., Clery Report), which includes statistics about reported crimes and information about campus security policies, see or call UWMs Dean of Students Office, Student Union 345 at (414) ###-#### for a paper copy.

?Employment Authorization

?In compliance with federal law, all persons at the time of their start date will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire.

?Title and Total Compensation Project

?The University of Wisconsin System is engaged in a Title and Total Compensation (TTC) project to redesign job titles and compensation structures. As a result of the TTC project, official job titles on current job postings may change in 2021. Job duties and responsibilities will remain the same. For more information please visit: wisconsin.edu/ohrwd/title-and-total-compensation-study/

**?Applicant Documents**?

?Required Documents

?Cover Letter

?Resume/Curriculum Vitae

?References

?Optional Documents

?Posting Specific Questions

?Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).?

Location = Milwaukee