Associate Dean - College of Education and Professional Studies - 17635 - UWW INTERNAL ONLY
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ATTENTION:
The Department of College of Education and Professional Studies at the University of Wisconsin - Whitewater seeks an Associate Dean (Associate Dean).
This will be a limited appointment. Please visit here for more information: Appointment Terms & Designation of Positions .
This is an internal posting for current UW-Whitewater employees. Applicants who currently are not employed by UW-Whitewater in a qualifying category (USTE, University Staff, Academic Staff, Grad Assistant, Faculty, Limited) will not be considered. After review of internal applicants, the position may be opened for public application.
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, your mapped job title is: Associate Dean (AE066). Job duties and responsibilities will remain the same. This job title will go into effect November 7, 2021. For more information contact your supervisor or please visit: https://www.wisconsin.edu/ohrwd/title-and-total-compensation-study/ .
JOB DETAILS:
The Associate Dean shall serve in a general assistant capacity to the Dean and will perform functions assigned by the Dean which include the following:
General Responsibilities
- Represent the College at various campus and off campus functions as necessary.
- Assist the Dean with strategic planning and implementation.
- Make presentations to prospective students, enrolled students, faculty and staff regarding College programs.
- Undertake special projects as assigned
- Oversee and maintain integrity of all programs leading to licensure.
- Work directly with the DPI on licensure reports, visits and approval of programs.
- Primary contact with DPI and leads EPP and LP approval process
- Oversee the Office of Field Experiences.
- Oversee the Licensure Officer (who also completes graduation clearance reports).
- Provide support to departments and programs in matters related to teacher education, certification, licensure, PK12 placement procedures, and graduation requirements.
- Oversee and maintain integrity of programs in the College. Act as a liaison with the Graduate School.
- Serve as ex-officio member of the MSE-PS Council.
- Assist or assign individuals to work with faculty regarding curriculum proposal processes if the Curriculum Coordinator is not available.
- Oversight of course catalogues and course offerings including the Schedule of Classes.
- Oversight and responsibility for COEPS graduate programs. Provide backup support for the COEPS Undergraduate Curriculum Committee
- Take lead or assign individuals to complete assessment reports such as PEDS, Title II, DPI, as needed.
- Assist Dean with recruitment, search and screen and hiring processes.
- Provide guidance and training for search committees as needed.
- Supervise the Advising Coordinator, the Licensing Officer, the Student Services Specialist and the Director of Field Experiences.
- Supervise Administrative Assistant(s) providing support to the Associate Dean and to the College, including annual goal setting and required performance reviews.
- Develop, support and guide external partnerships, especially those related to licensure programs.
- Assist in the development and support of new community outreach programs, including the creation of Memoranda of Understanding and Articulation Agreements.
- Maintain partnerships with community agencies.
- Assist with Dean’s Advisory Board and alumni activities, including alumni mentoring programs.
- Responsible for alumni and employer surveys and data gathering to support program improvement.
- Assist the Dean with College marketing and advertising, website design and social media.
- Provide oversight of the scholarship awarding process and planning of the scholarship reception.
- Responsible for faculty development and programs, including fall and spring College forums.
- Oversee the awards and recognitions programs for faculty and staff.
- Provide ongoing support, planning and assistance to the COEPS technology-related planning and activities financially supported through Distance Education Funds.
- Assist with College budget preparation and priorities.
- Maintain and award student travel grants supported by the Harris Gibson fund.
- Assist faculty and act as resource with grant preparation and submission as needed.
- Manage the budget related to Distance Education funds and proposals for the use of the funds.
- Manage projects and budget oversight related to classroom and lab modernization projects.
- Provide project management for campus improvement projects when connected to the College.
- Assist Dean with foundation activities and fundraising.
Associate Dean will serve on the following Committees in the role indicated:
- Deans’ Advisory Council to support the Convener and the Associate Convener.
- Faculty & Staff Awards Committee as the ex-officio chairperson.
- Inclusive Excellence & Diversity Committee as an ex-officio member.
- International Education Committee as the ex-officio chairperson.
- Strategic Planning & Budget Committee as the chairperson.
- Student Scholarship Committee as the ex-officio chairperson.
- Teacher Education, Licensure, and Field Experiences Committee as the ex-officio chairperson.
Minimum Qualifications:
- PhD or EdD in a field reflected in the programs offered in the College of Education and Professional Studies
- Current experience as a full-time faculty or staff member in an area reflected in the programs offered in the College of Education and Professional Studies
- Strong understanding of the Department of Public Instruction and licensure programs
- Ability to assist programs in obtaining and maintaining DPI approval
- Ability to work collaboratively with the Dean to develop new programs that reflect the needs of the departments, the region and the field
- Supervisory experience
- Experience with successful oversight of multiple offices
- Higher education leadership experience
- Knowledge and understanding of university budget processes
- Strong understanding of the college and university
- Excellent communication skills
- Ability to lead large projects with extreme detail
- Willingness and ability to be an active participant in following applicable safety rules and regulations including necessary training and drills
- Ability to interact respectfully with people from diverse socioeconomic, cultural and ethnic backgrounds
Founded in 1868, UW–Whitewater is one of eleven comprehensive universities in a public higher education system that also includes two doctoral institutions and a statewide Extension. In the fall of 2018, as a result of the University of Wisconsin System’s restructuring of the state’s 13 two-year campuses formerly known as UW Colleges, UW–Rock County began operating as a branch campus of UW–Whitewater under the new name of University of Wisconsin–Whitewater at Rock County. Together, these campuses form a preeminent academic institution driven by the pursuit of knowledge, powered by a spirit of innovation, and focused on transforming lives. The University of Wisconsin-Whitewater Main Campus and Rock County Campus are located conveniently near Milwaukee, Madison, and Chicago, and thus offers the advantage of beautiful small-town environments with easy access to the cultural and commercial opportunities of major metropolitan areas.
The Warhawk family — led by caring faculty and staff — is devoted to student success within a broad range of academic programs. UW-Whitewater has a special mission within the UW System to serve students with disabilities and, as such, embraces the principles of universal design and is one of the most accessible campuses in the state. The campuses have more than 200 student organizations and UW-Whitewater is a Division III NCAA university. UW-Whitewater is committed to seeking and sustaining a culturally and ethnically diverse campus environment, building a diverse faculty and staff with expertise and interest in serving students with diverse needs, backgrounds, ethnicities, abilities and other distinct characteristics in respectful, sensitive and understanding ways. The University of Wisconsin-Whitewater is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer, and actively seeks and encourages applications from women, people of color, persons with disabilities, and veterans.
ORGANIZATION INFORMATION:
The University of Wisconsin-Whitewater is part of the 13-campus University of Wisconsin System (https://www.wisconsin.edu).
Wisconsin Statute 19.36(7)(b) provides that applicants may indicate in writing that their identity should be kept confidential. In response to a public records request, the University will not reveal the identities of applicants who request confidentiality in writing, except that the identity of the successful final candidate will be released. See Wisconsin Statute 19.36(7)(a).
Per Regent Policy Document 20-19, University of Wisconsin System Criminal Background Check Policy and UW System Administrative Policy 1275 Recruitment Policies, UW-Whitewater requires criminal background checks as a contingency to employment. A criminal background check will be conducted prior to an offer of employment. All final candidates must be asked, prior to hire, whether they have been found to have engaged in, are currently under investigation for, or left employment during an active investigation in which they were accused of sexual violence or sexual harassment. When obtaining employment reference checks, these same sexual violence or sexual harassment questions must also be asked.
The University of Wisconsin-Whitewater requires that all employees be active participants in following applicable safety rules and regulations including necessary training and drills.
For UW-Whitewater Campus safety information and crime statistics/annual Security Report, see http://www.uww.edu/asfr. If you would like a paper copy of the report please contact the UW-Whitewater Police at 262-472-4660.
To learn more about UW-Whitewater's competitive benefits packages go to our: ALEX webpage, which is our interactive benefits decision support tool.
SPECIAL NOTES:
UW-Whitewater embraces AAC&U’s LEAP principles (http://www.uww.edu/leap) and emphasizes student, staff and faculty participation in High-Impact Practices (https://www.aacu.org/resources/high-impact-practices). The Office of Research and Sponsored Programs (http://www.uww.edu/orsp) provides support for faculty scholarly and creative activities as well as other opportunities to apply for reassigned time and/or other resources to support research activities. UW-Whitewater faculty and staff also have access to technology transfer and research resources provided by WiSys (https://www.wisys.org).
CONDITIONS OF APPOINTMENT:
The University of Wisconsin-Whitewater does not offer H-1B or other work authorization visa sponsorship for this position. Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States at the time of hire and maintain work authorization throughout the employment term. If you have questions regarding this, please contact Human Resources. UW-Whitewater is not an e-verify employer, therefore STEM extensions are not options for work authorization.
The University of Wisconsin - Whitewater has the authority to implement temporary workforce reduction and cost saving measures to address financial challenges resulting from the COVID-19 Crisis, consistent with Wisconsin law and Board of Regents, UW System, and UW-Whitewater policy and procedure.
TO ENSURE CONSIDERATION:
Applications received by October 21, 2021 are ensured full consideration. Applications received after that date may be given consideration at the discretion of the search committee. The most qualified applicants will be invited to participate in the next step of the selection process.
If you have questions regarding this recruitment or if you are unable to complete the application online due to a disability or system problem, please contact us at (262) 472-1072 or hrstudent@uww.edu.
For questions regarding this position, please contact:
Robin Fox
Dean - College of Education and Professional Studies
262-472-5821
foxr@uww.edu
TO APPLY:
Only complete application packages will be considered. This includes online submission of the following documents:
- Cover Letter
- Resume
- Name and contact information for three professional references
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