Administrative Program Manager II – Director, Student Success Center

The University of Wisconsin-Parkside invites applications for an Administrative Program Manager II – Director of Student Success Center.  This position is funded by a Federal Title III “Strengthening Institutions” grant.

RESPONSIBILITIES: 

• Facilitate the establishment and management of the Student Success Center and integration of academic support services.
• Work with appropriate university personnel in developing policies and procedures to govern the Student Success Center.
• Assist in monitoring the Student Success Initiative and First-Year Experience budget.
• Supervise Student Success Center staff, including First-Year Experience Coordinator, FYE advisors, and Student Assistants.
• Lead Student Success Center Advisory Committee meetings.
• Manage the development of specific, collaborative support activities and programs, such as the Summer Bridge Program, Conditional Admission Program, Early Alert System, and Academic Probation Program.
• In collaboration with other units, assist with the design of specific faculty/staff training and professional development programs related to student success.
• Coordinate the communication activities related to the Student Success Initiative.
• Serve as liaison between the Student Success Center and other campus offices, departments, K-12 schools and school districts, and key community stakeholders. 
• Actively promote program-related communication among stakeholders on campus and in the community.
• Responsible for compliance with Federal grant regulations.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Master's degree from an accredited four-year college or university.
• Four or more years of full-time, progressively responsible work experience managing the programmatic, administrative, and fiscal aspects of student support and success programs.
• Experience with student success programs in a post-secondary educational environment.
• Experience addressing the needs, challenges, and barriers to success of at-risk students.
• Experience working with diverse students, faculty, and staff.
•  Excellent communication skills.
• Evidence of strong technology skills, especially using student information systems.

 PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Master's/Doctoral degree in higher education administration, college student personnel, counseling, educational psychology, or a related field from an accredited four-year college or university.
• Experience working with State or Federal grant-funded programs.
• Experience developing and/or coordinating professional development training for faculty and staff.
• Experience developing and implementing summer bridge programs.
• Experience working effectively with a variety of community-based organizations.

SALARY:  Commensurate with qualifications and experience.  The University of Wisconsin System provides a liberal benefits package, including participation in a state pension plan. 

REVIEW OF APPLICATIONS:  Applications received by February 12, 2010 are ensured full consideration. The position is open until filled. 

TO APPLY:  Please submit electronically, in Word or PDF format:

• a cover letter detailing your qualifications for this position;
• a resume;
• and the names and contact information for three references to:  Laura Littel (laura.littel@uwp.edu)