Paul Klajbor

Paul Klajbor is the Business Affairs Director and Divisional Finance Officer (DFO) for both the Academic Affairs Division and the Division of Strategic Enrollment Management and Student Success (SEMSS) at UWM. In this role, Paul oversees and manages all budgetary, financial planning, and resource allocation efforts for the Office of the Provost, the Division of Academic Affairs, and SEMSS. His leadership ensures that financial strategies align with institutional goals, supporting the university’s mission through sound fiscal stewardship.
Before assuming his current role, Paul served as the Assistant Dean for the College of Engineering & Applied Science, where he oversaw not only financial management and strategic planning but also Human Resources, IT, and Facilities. He also held the position of DFO for General Education Administration, where he supported the financial operations of several key areas, including the Office of the Chancellor, Marketing & Communications, University Advancement, and other administrative units.
In addition to his extensive experience in higher education, Paul worked for the City of Milwaukee and has been involved in the startup ecosystem, bringing a wealth of experience in both public sector finance and entrepreneurial ventures. Paul holds an MBA from UWM's Lubar School of Business.