Director of Student Success Programs/Women in STEM

Job Overview

The University of Wisconsin-Platteville invites applications for the Director of Student Success Programs in the College of Engineering, Mathematics, and Science (EMS). This position plays a crucial role in supporting our Women in STEM, EMS College Advising, and CenterPOINT programs.  

The Director is responsible for providing strategic leadership in recruitment, retention, and student support initiatives for the College of Engineering, Mathematics and Science. The Director will oversee program initiatives, develop policies, and manage daily operations to enhance student recruitment, retention, and success. The Director is responsible for leading collaborative initiatives that impact outreach and recruitment, retention, and student success efforts for all students, while also serving as a visionary leader who anticipates future challenges and opportunities to drive long-term success. 

The Director collaborates and connects with the Universities of Wisconsin System, college and campus constituents, and external constituents to leverage and expand program efforts. They work effectively with students, faculty, staff, and others to advance UW-Platteville’s mission, vision, and goals. 

This position is a full-time, benefit- and paid leave-eligible position. The Director position may involve work expectations outside of normal UW-Platteville office hours; e.g. night hours, weekend commitments, travel out-of-town, etc.
 

Recruiting and Retention: 

• Oversee the Women in STEM program, providing mentorship, advising, and support. 
• Lead comprehensive recruitment and retention programs to support the success of EMS students with a focus on increasing access to STEM education:  
• Coordinate mentoring and supervision of student employees. 
• Research and participate in professional development related to student recruitment and retention and serve as a competent resource of knowledge related to recruitment and retention for all staff and collaborators. 
• Evaluate, plan, develop, support, and implement multiple avenues of recruitment and retention programs. 
• Understand and implement best practices in STEM student recruitment and retention

Operations: 

• Develop and implement systems and controls to manage budgets. 
• Establish, monitor, interpret, and follow departmental policies and procedures to comply with regulations, institutional policies, and objectives. 
• Oversee the daily operations of programs & services. 
• Oversee and direct marketing efforts. 
• Conduct and oversee all program evaluations and assessments. 
• Attend conferences related to student success in STEM.

Community: 

• Participate in relationship-building, fund-raising, and development activities to assist in enhancing the educational mission of the campus and college, specifically focused on STEM recruitment and retention activities. 
• Represent the College of EMS to the university and the community. 
• Collaborate with both internal and external partners to share program goals and achievements, fostering a network of support for EMS programs.

What You’ll Need to Succeed:

• Bachelor's Degree from an accredited institution.
• Demonstrated skill set to successfully manage student-based programs in an education institute.
• Supervisory experience.
• Knowledgeable in student recruitment and retention strategies and resources.
• Experience in public speaking.
• Demonstrated success in fostering collaborative partnerships across departments.

Why It’s Great to be a Pioneer:

The University of Wisconsin-Platteville, founded in 1866, offers 47 baccalaureate and 10 master's programs. It possesses institutional strengths in middle level education, engineering, industrial technology, agriculture, criminal justice and business. The campus is located in Southwest Wisconsin's largest and most historic community. The region offers excellent school systems, high quality medical and hospital facilities, outstanding recreational opportunities, and vibrant businesses and industries. UW-Platteville is a cultural and educational center for the Tri-State region of Illinois, Iowa and Wisconsin.

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Application Deadline:

Applications must be submitted through our online applicant portal by December 14, 2024.

How to Apply:

The following documents are required for applicant consideration:

• Letter of application addressing all required qualifications
• A current resume
• Additional documents as needed

For questions regarding this position, please contact:

Gaile Schwickrath, schwickrathg@uwplatt.edu

We Support Diversity and Inclusion:

Our mission is to foster a diverse environment that contributes to an inclusive culture and climate by promoting critical discourse and meaningful interactions between all members of our campus community.

Equal Employment Opportunity:

The University of Wisconsin-Platteville is committed to recruiting, supporting, and fostering a diverse, inclusive, and civil community of outstanding faculty, staff, and students, and is an AA/EEO Employer. A criminal background check is required for employment. Applicants must be legally entitled to work in the U.S. at time of hire.

Employment will require a criminal background check. It will also require you and your references to answer questions regarding sexual violence and sexual harassment.