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JOB REQUIREMENTS: Job ID: 21491 JOB DETAILS: Reporting to the Director of Multicultural Student Services (MSS), the Assistant Director will be responsible for the development, implementation, and evaluation of programs, services, and initiatives aimed at promoting student access, retention, and success. This role will focus on supporting students engaged with the MSS office and participants in the Stoutward Bound Program (SWB). The Assistant Director will lead the strategic planning for the Stoutward Bound early-bridge program in close collaboration with Admissions, First Year Registration and Orientation, SWB stakeholders, and university partners to ensure alignment with program goals, objectives, and student success initiatives. SWB is designed to provide students with a supportive environment committed to preparing them for success and their transition from high school to college. UW Official Title and Job Description: Student Affairs Manager AE193 RESPONSIBILITIES *Work closely with Director to advance college priorities for improved student access and retention. *Maintain a caseload of students and provide advisement and support to students in the areas of college transition, academic support, career counseling, financial literacy, graduate education, etc. *Manage support and retention services to high and early support students (academic probation, academic dismissal, early alert). *Promote the academic success of students by offering distinctive programs and activities that introduce students to a community of networks and teach students how to navigate and/or negotiate processes within the institution. APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS Complete applications received by end of day, January 5, 2025, are ensured full consideration. Applications submitted after January 5, 2025, may be reviewed at the discretion of the search committee or until position is filled. To apply, click on the APPLY button or go to: https://www.uwstout.edu/about-us/careers-jobs Applicants will need to complete all required fields and attach all required documents prior to submitting the online application. Note: Once you have attached your materials and submitted your application you will not be able to go into the system and change them. Required application materials: 1. Cover letter* 2. Curriculum vitae or resume All final candidates will be asked to provide names, email contact information, and/or phone numbers for three (3) references, with at least one being from a manager or supervisor, during the interview process. * Please use your cover letter to also speak to each of the Minimum/Required Qualifications for this position as listed above. For each required qualification, describe your relevant experience, using specific examples from your work history to illustrate how your experience satisfies the requirement. It is the policy of UW-Stout to provide reasonable accommodation to qualified applicants with disabilities. If you need assistance, or accommodation in applying because of a disability, please contact us using the information below. Employment opportunities will not be denied because of the need to make reasonable accommodation for a qualified individual\'s disability. For questions regarding this position or recruitment, please contact: Search Chair: James Heu Email: heum@uwstout.edu If you need assistance with the online application process or if you submitted your application prior to uploading all of the required application materials, please contact: Search Coordinator: Dana Isaacson Email: isaacsond@uwstout.edu For additional details and to apply, visit the following website and search for Job ID 21491 www.careers.wisconsin.edu ***** OTHER EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS: Minimum / Required *One of the following by employment start date: *Master\'s degree in education, student affairs administration, or related field with a minimum of 2 years of direct professional e perience working with and supporting students/individuals from diverse backgrounds and experiences -or- *Bachelor\'s degree in education, student affairs administration, or related field with a minimum of 4 years of direct professional experience working with and supporting students/individuals from diverse backgrounds and experiences *Experience in the supervision and leadership of staff (i.e. professional staff, graduate assistants and/or student worker) *Demonstrated experience in developing, coordinating and facilitating programs/workshops *Evidence of effective interpersonal communication skills that demonstrate the ability to work with and build rapport with students, university partners, and stakeholders Highly Desired *Demonstrated experience with professional advising in higher education *Demonstrated experience coordinating and evaluating college access, early-bridge, and/or retention programs *Demonstrated ability to manage conflict and/or solve complex problems ***** APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS: Apply Online: www.careers.wisconsin.edu