Working title:
Director of the Short Course Programs
Official title:
DIR, UNSPECIFIED (6)(M92DN)
Degree and area of specialization:
M.S. required, PhD preferred.
Minimum number of years and type of relevant work experience:
Minimum of 6-8 years of experience working with students and have a familiarity with Wisconsin agriculture. Demonstrated familiarity and understanding of the social, economic, cultural, and other factors that affect the educational progress of program participants. Evidence of ability to motivate, supervise and delegate to staff. Demonstrated commitment to innovation, continuous learning and improvement. Experience managing budgets preferred.
Principal duties:
The Director develops a vision and strategic plans for the Short Course program following the
collection of feedback from the faculty/staff Short Course committee. This position is responsible
for providing leadership in the development and implementation of new short course programs for a
diverse clientele. Research, develop, deliver and evaluate distance education initiatives. Direct
successful fund raising and development strategies for short course programs with the assistance
from the UW Foundation staff. Set program goals and priorities for continued development and
promotion of the Green Industry Initiative for Short Course. Establish direction and leadership to
the Short Course program manager in oversight and management of ongoing short course activities,
faculty recruitment, budget, personnel, program development and delivery and residence life
facilities. Provide direction for the program manager and Short Course committee on student/client
service issues. Provide leadership for curriculum review and development and serve as liaison with
departments on course and curriculum offerings. With the Short Course committee, establish program
goals and policies pertaining to new program
initiatives.
Additional Information:
Experience with agriculture is preferred.
| Department(s): | AG&LSC/UNDRGRD PRG&SERV |
| Full time salary rate: | Minimum $53,249 ANNUAL (12 months) Depending on Qualifications |
| Appointment percent: | 35% - 50% |
| Anticipated begin date: | JULY 14, 2008 |
| Number of positions: | 1 |
TO ENSURE CONSIDERATION
Application must be received by: JULY 09, 2008
HOW TO APPLY:
Unless another application procedure has been specified above, please send resume and cover letter referring to Position Vacancy Listing #57992 to
| Robert Ray | Phone: 608-262-3003 |
| Room 116 Agriculture Hall | TTY: 608-263-2473 |
| 1450 Linden Drive | Fax: 608-265-5905 |
| Madison, WI 53706 | Email: rray@cals.wisc.edu |