{"id":1328,"date":"2024-12-12T19:48:28","date_gmt":"2024-12-13T01:48:28","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/uwm.edu\/hr\/?page_id=1328"},"modified":"2026-04-03T10:20:54","modified_gmt":"2026-04-03T15:20:54","slug":"jobs","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/uwm.edu\/hr\/faq\/jobs\/","title":{"rendered":"Job Applicant Questions"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<hr class=\"has-alpha-channel-opacity\" \/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-job-postings\">Job Postings<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"uwm-l-row\">\n<div class=\"uwm-l-col\">\n<div class=\"uwm-p-accordion\" data-accordion-prefix-classes=\"uwm\" data-accordion-cool-selectors=\"1\"><button class=\"uwm-p-accordion--toggle-button size-p-md\">Expand All<\/button>\n<div class=\"uwm-p-accordion--header\">How do I search for current job openings?<\/div><div class=\"uwm-p-accordion--panel\"><div class=\"uwm-p-accordion--panel-inner uwm-u-clear\">\n<p>Start your job search at the <a href=\"https:\/\/uwm.edu\/hr\/jobs\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">51ÁÔÆæ Jobs<\/a> web page. Anyone not currently employed at 51ÁÔÆæ can find and apply to job openings via the \u201cJob Seekers\u201d button. The \u201cCurrent Employees\u201d button requires active log in credentials and reserved for 51ÁÔÆæ employees. Filter by Employment Type, Institution, Job Category, Location, Remote Type, and Time Type.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"uwm-p-accordion--header\">How often are job postings updated?<\/div><div class=\"uwm-p-accordion--panel\"><div class=\"uwm-p-accordion--panel-inner uwm-u-clear\">\n<p>Job postings are continuously added to the website as new positions become available.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"uwm-p-accordion--header\">How long will jobs appear on the site?<\/div><div class=\"uwm-p-accordion--panel\"><div class=\"uwm-p-accordion--panel-inner uwm-u-clear\">\n<p>Job posting times vary. The position will either be posted as an ongoing or continuous recruitment or will have a specific application deadline. For ongoing recruitments, you must apply prior to the listed initial review date to ensure consideration. Postings with a listed application deadline will be removed from the web site at 11:59 P.M. the night prior to the posted deadline. All deadlines are in Central Standard Time (CST).<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"uwm-p-accordion--header\">Are the posted positions the only ones available?<\/div><div class=\"uwm-p-accordion--panel\"><div class=\"uwm-p-accordion--panel-inner uwm-u-clear\">\n<p>Yes, all open faculty and staff positions are posted once approved for recruitment.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"uwm-p-accordion--header\">What is a continuous recruitment?<\/div><div class=\"uwm-p-accordion--panel\"><div class=\"uwm-p-accordion--panel-inner uwm-u-clear\">\n<p>A continuous recruitment is for a posting where applications are accepted until hiring needs are met. A continuous recruitment will identify an Initial Review Date. Applications must be submitted prior to the initial review date to guarantee consideration. If a viable candidate(s) is found during the initial review, applications submitted after the review date may not be considered.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"uwm-l-col\">\n<div class=\"uwm-p-accordion\" data-accordion-prefix-classes=\"uwm\" data-accordion-cool-selectors=\"1\"><button class=\"uwm-p-accordion--toggle-button size-p-md\">Expand All<\/button>\n<div class=\"uwm-p-accordion--header\">Where can I find salary range information for a specific position?<\/div><div class=\"uwm-p-accordion--panel\"><div class=\"uwm-p-accordion--panel-inner uwm-u-clear\">\n<p>Salary ranges are identified <a href=\"https:\/\/www.wisconsin.edu\/ohrwd\/title-and-total-compensation-study\/salary-structure\/#milwaukee-mil\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">HERE<\/a> per Universities of Wisconsin System Policy. UW\u2019s Administrative Policy <a href=\"https:\/\/www.wisconsin.edu\/uw-policies\/uw-system-administrative-policies\/compensation-2\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">SYS 1277<\/a> addresses compensation.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"uwm-p-accordion--header\">How can I be notified of job openings?<\/div><div class=\"uwm-p-accordion--panel\"><div class=\"uwm-p-accordion--panel-inner uwm-u-clear\">\n<p>After creating or logging in to your candidate account, select Create Job Alert in the upper right-hand corner of the screen. Name Your Job Alert. Enter the Frequency of the alerts (daily or weekly) and select location, job family group(s), full\/part time, employment type, and click Create. If newly posted jobs meet your Job Alert criteria, you will receive a notification in Workday at the frequency you indicated in the Job Alert.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"uwm-p-accordion--header\">Who should I contact with questions on a posting?<\/div><div class=\"uwm-p-accordion--panel\"><div class=\"uwm-p-accordion--panel-inner uwm-u-clear\">\n<p>For questions on any specific posting, please contact the Position Contact Name listed on the position of interest.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"uwm-p-accordion--header\">How do I return to positions that I have applied to or those where I have started an application?<\/div><div class=\"uwm-p-accordion--panel\"><div class=\"uwm-p-accordion--panel-inner uwm-u-clear\">\n<p>After logging into your candidate account, from the Candidate Home Page, scroll down to see a list of all applications and current status. Click on the three dots under the Action column to view each application details.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"has-alpha-channel-opacity\" \/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-application-process\">Application Process<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"uwm-l-row\">\n<div class=\"uwm-l-col\">\n<div class=\"uwm-p-accordion\" data-accordion-prefix-classes=\"uwm\" data-accordion-cool-selectors=\"1\"><button class=\"uwm-p-accordion--toggle-button size-p-md\">Expand All<\/button>\n<div class=\"uwm-p-accordion--header\">How do I begin the application process?<\/div><div class=\"uwm-p-accordion--panel\"><div class=\"uwm-p-accordion--panel-inner uwm-u-clear\">\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>You must apply to a specific job opening for which you are interested. To start the application process, you will navigate to the identified job posting and click on the Apply button found at the top of the posting, underneath the Position Title. If you haven\u2019t done so already, you will need to log in or create an account to submit an application.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>It is recommended you review the How to Apply section of the job posting before you start the application process, to ensure you have the required application materials ready and available for upload.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"uwm-p-accordion--header\">How long does it typically take to complete the application?<\/div><div class=\"uwm-p-accordion--panel\"><div class=\"uwm-p-accordion--panel-inner uwm-u-clear\">\n<p>If materials are prepared, most users complete the application process in less than 20 minutes.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"uwm-p-accordion--header\">Can I start the application now and finish it at a later time?<\/div><div class=\"uwm-p-accordion--panel\"><div class=\"uwm-p-accordion--panel-inner uwm-u-clear\">\n<p>Yes; if you have started an application, you may submit it through the date that the position closes.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"uwm-p-accordion--header\">What if I don\u2019t have access to a computer?<\/div><div class=\"uwm-p-accordion--panel\"><div class=\"uwm-p-accordion--panel-inner uwm-u-clear\">\n<p>Most local libraries have computer access for people who need to complete an online application. In addition, a computer is available in the Department of Human Resources in Engelmann Hall, Room 125. Engelmann Hall is located at 2033 E. Hartford Avenue, on the northeast side of Milwaukee.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"uwm-p-accordion--header\">Will late applications be accepted?<\/div><div class=\"uwm-p-accordion--panel\"><div class=\"uwm-p-accordion--panel-inner uwm-u-clear\">\n<p>No, late applications will not be accepted.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"uwm-p-accordion--header\">Can I apply for multiple jobs at once?<\/div><div class=\"uwm-p-accordion--panel\"><div class=\"uwm-p-accordion--panel-inner uwm-u-clear\">\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>You must submit a new application for each position you are interested in applying for.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>After you\u2019ve applied for a position at UW\u2013Milwaukee, your applicant account will save your certain details to make applying for future positions easier. You have the ability to edit this information every time you apply for a position.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"uwm-p-accordion--header\">What information will I need when applying for a position?<\/div><div class=\"uwm-p-accordion--panel\"><div class=\"uwm-p-accordion--panel-inner uwm-u-clear\">\n<p>Review the Application Instructions section of the job posting before you start the application process to ensure you have the required application materials ready and available for upload. Most job postings require a resume and cover letter to be submitted. Sometimes additional materials, such as the names and contact information for references, or a copy of a specific licensure, is required.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"uwm-p-accordion--header\">Can I email or physically mail my resume and cover letter in place of the online application?<\/div><div class=\"uwm-p-accordion--panel\"><div class=\"uwm-p-accordion--panel-inner uwm-u-clear\">\n<p>No. You must apply online. 51ÁÔÆæ will not consider paper, emailed, or faxed applications.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"uwm-l-col\">\n<div class=\"uwm-p-accordion\" data-accordion-prefix-classes=\"uwm\" data-accordion-cool-selectors=\"1\"><button class=\"uwm-p-accordion--toggle-button size-p-md\">Expand All<\/button>\n<div class=\"uwm-p-accordion--header\">What file formats are acceptable to submit my resume and\/or cover letter?<\/div><div class=\"uwm-p-accordion--panel\"><div class=\"uwm-p-accordion--panel-inner uwm-u-clear\">\n<p>You may submit .docx and .pdf files, as well as any of the following acceptable file formats: .rtf, .rtx, .txt, .tiff, .tif, .jpeg, .jpg, .png, .xls, .xlsx<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"uwm-p-accordion--header\">How do I know that my application was successfully submitted?<\/div><div class=\"uwm-p-accordion--panel\"><div class=\"uwm-p-accordion--panel-inner uwm-u-clear\">\n<p>After you submit an application, you will receive a confirmation message within Workday and all applications, regardless of submission status, are listed on your candidate home page.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"uwm-p-accordion--header\">Can I withdraw my application once I have submitted it for a job?<\/div><div class=\"uwm-p-accordion--panel\"><div class=\"uwm-p-accordion--panel-inner uwm-u-clear\">\n<p>Yes; you are able to withdraw your application by navigating to Your Applications. In the Completed Applications, you will see those for which an application has been submitted. Under the Status, you can select Withdraw Application.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"uwm-p-accordion--header\">I made a mistake and\/or want to update something in my application. Is it possible to do so?<\/div><div class=\"uwm-p-accordion--panel\"><div class=\"uwm-p-accordion--panel-inner uwm-u-clear\">\n<p>Once an application has been submitted, you are not able to return and edit. If you have made an error in your application, please contact the Position Contact identified in the posting. If the application deadline has not yet passed, they will be able to assist in reactivating your application to make the appropriate updates.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"uwm-p-accordion--header\">I accidentally withdrew my application but still would like to be considered. How do I reactivate?<\/div><div class=\"uwm-p-accordion--panel\"><div class=\"uwm-p-accordion--panel-inner uwm-u-clear\">\n<p>Please contact the Position Contact identified in the posting. If the application deadline has not yet passed, they will be able to assist in reactivating your application.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"uwm-p-accordion--header\">How does the application screening process work?<\/div><div class=\"uwm-p-accordion--panel\"><div class=\"uwm-p-accordion--panel-inner uwm-u-clear\">\n<p>The Search and Screen Committee will review applications and screen the application\/resume against the minimum and preferred qualifications listed in the job posting. Those most qualified will be contacted for further consideration\/interview.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"uwm-p-accordion--header\">I have applied for several positions and continue to not be selected&#8230;why?<\/div><div class=\"uwm-p-accordion--panel\"><div class=\"uwm-p-accordion--panel-inner uwm-u-clear\">\n<p>It is not unusual for us to receive a large applicant pool (upwards of 50 -100 applications) for a given position. Applicants are screened based on the minimum and preferred qualifications identified in the posting. While you may meet the minimum qualifications for the particular position, there may be other applicants who met and\/or exceeded the minimum and preferred qualifications for the position. Because of this, you are strongly encouraged to tailor your application materials based on the specific vacancy to which you are applying. Those most qualified are ultimately given the opportunity for an on-campus interview.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"uwm-p-accordion--header\">I have a disability and need assistance to apply for a job. How do I request an accommodation?<\/div><div class=\"uwm-p-accordion--panel\"><div class=\"uwm-p-accordion--panel-inner uwm-u-clear\">\n<p>It is the <a href=\"https:\/\/uwm.edu\/policy\/library\/reasonable-accommodation-for-employees\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">policy<\/a> of 51ÁÔÆæ to provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities who are applicants for employment. If you need assistance or accommodation in applying, please contact uwm-jobs@uwm.edu or (414) 229-4463. Employment opportunities will not be denied because of the need to make reasonable accommodations for a qualified individual\u2019s disability.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"has-alpha-channel-opacity\" \/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-technical-questions\">Technical Questions<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"uwm-l-row\">\n<div class=\"uwm-l-col\">\n<div class=\"uwm-p-accordion\" data-accordion-prefix-classes=\"uwm\" data-accordion-cool-selectors=\"1\"><button class=\"uwm-p-accordion--toggle-button size-p-md\">Expand All<\/button>\n<div class=\"uwm-p-accordion--header\">What if I forget my password and\/or username?<\/div><div class=\"uwm-p-accordion--panel\"><div class=\"uwm-p-accordion--panel-inner uwm-u-clear\">\n<p>In the event you forget your password, you can click the \u201cForgot My Username\/Password\u201d link on the bottom of the login box. You will be prompted to enter your email address to retrieve your username or set a new password.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"uwm-p-accordion--header\">What are the supported browsers?<\/div><div class=\"uwm-p-accordion--panel\"><div class=\"uwm-p-accordion--panel-inner uwm-u-clear\">\n<p>Microsoft Edge, Mozilla Firefox and Google Chrome are preferred browsers.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"uwm-p-accordion--header\">I received a system error. What has caused this to occur and what action should I take?<\/div><div class=\"uwm-p-accordion--panel\"><div class=\"uwm-p-accordion--panel-inner uwm-u-clear\">\n<p>Common reasons for system errors include:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Too many browser windows open at once. Close all windows but one, then log off and log back in.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Clicking away from a portion of the application without saving, then returning to the same section. You may have clicked away without saving your work, returned to the page, and re-answered a question in a different way, which can create two answers where only one is allowed.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>An uploaded document that is either larger than 5 MB, or in a file type unsupported by our system. To avoid this system error, upload a smaller document or convert your document into an approved file type.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The document may have an additional feature preventing conversion \u2013 such as a digital signature, watermark or password field. See the question above for troubleshooting advice.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Certain characters in the filename (such as slashes) may prevent the document from uploading. Rename the file with no special characters and try to upload again.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>If you are still encountering difficulties after trying these workarounds, please contact the Position Contact with the following information: the position title, the date\/time you applied, and the text of the error message.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"uwm-l-col\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"has-alpha-channel-opacity\" \/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-other-questions\">Other Questions<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"uwm-l-row\">\n<div class=\"uwm-l-col\">\n<div class=\"uwm-p-accordion\" data-accordion-prefix-classes=\"uwm\" data-accordion-cool-selectors=\"1\"><button class=\"uwm-p-accordion--toggle-button size-p-md\">Expand All<\/button>\n<div class=\"uwm-p-accordion--header\">I am a student seeking on-campus employment. Where can I apply for student jobs?<\/div><div class=\"uwm-p-accordion--panel\"><div class=\"uwm-p-accordion--panel-inner uwm-u-clear\">\n<p>Student Help positions are posted through the website, Handshake, which is hosted by 51ÁÔÆæ\u2019s <a href=\"https:\/\/uwm.edu\/set\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Center for Student Experience and Talent<\/a>.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"uwm-p-accordion--header\">I am a representative of another company and am seeking to post a position for students and\/or recent graduates. Can I post those positions on your web site?<\/div><div class=\"uwm-p-accordion--panel\"><div class=\"uwm-p-accordion--panel-inner uwm-u-clear\">\n<p>The Department of Human Resources does not manage external postings. Positions for students or recent graduates can be posted on the website, Handshake, which is hosted by 51ÁÔÆæ\u2019s <a href=\"https:\/\/uwm.edu\/set\/recruit-at-uwm\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Center for Student Experience and Talent<\/a>.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"uwm-p-accordion--header\">What should I do if I still have questions?<\/div><div class=\"uwm-p-accordion--panel\"><div class=\"uwm-p-accordion--panel-inner uwm-u-clear\">\n<p>For additional questions, contact the HR Department at uwm-jobs@uwm.edu, or (414) 229-4463.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"uwm-l-col\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Job Postings Application Process Technical Questions Other Questions<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":3280,"featured_media":0,"parent":223,"menu_order":5,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","template":"","meta":{"_acf_changed":false,"_tec_requires_first_save":true,"_EventAllDay":false,"_EventTimezone":"","_EventStartDate":"","_EventEndDate":"","_EventStartDateUTC":"","_EventEndDateUTC":"","_EventShowMap":false,"_EventShowMapLink":false,"_EventURL":"","_EventCost":"","_EventCostDescription":"","_EventCurrencySymbol":"","_EventCurrencyCode":"","_EventCurrencyPosition":"","_EventDateTimeSeparator":"","_EventTimeRangeSeparator":"","_EventOrganizerID":[],"_EventVenueID":[],"_OrganizerEmail":"","_OrganizerPhone":"","_OrganizerWebsite":"","_VenueAddress":"","_VenueCity":"","_VenueCountry":"","_VenueProvince":"","_VenueState":"","_VenueZip":"","_VenuePhone":"","_VenueURL":"","_VenueStateProvince":"","_VenueLat":"","_VenueLng":"","_VenueShowMap":false,"_VenueShowMapLink":false,"_tribe_blocks_recurrence_rules":"","_tribe_blocks_recurrence_description":"","_tribe_blocks_recurrence_exclusions":"","footnotes":"","uwm_wg_additional_authors":[]},"class_list":["post-1328","page","type-page","status-publish","hentry"],"acf":[],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/uwm.edu\/hr\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages\/1328","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/uwm.edu\/hr\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/uwm.edu\/hr\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/page"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/uwm.edu\/hr\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/3280"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/uwm.edu\/hr\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=1328"}],"version-history":[{"count":16,"href":"https:\/\/uwm.edu\/hr\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages\/1328\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":5850,"href":"https:\/\/uwm.edu\/hr\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages\/1328\/revisions\/5850"}],"up":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/uwm.edu\/hr\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages\/223"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/uwm.edu\/hr\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=1328"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}