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Dean for College of Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics and Management (CSTEMM)

Employer
University of Wisconsin-Stout
Location
Menomonie, Wisconsin
Salary
Commensurate with qualifications and experience.
Date posted
Dec 5, 2022

Job Details

The University of Wisconsin-Stout (UW-Stout) is seeking applications for Dean of the College of 
Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics, and Management (CSTEMM). CSTEMM serves more than 
half of all UW-Stout students and works as a critical cross-disciplinary partner to meet the 
dynamic and emerging needs of our graduates and robust partnership network.

As Wisconsin’s Polytechnic University, UW-Stout's unique mission prioritizes three educational 
tenets: applied learning, career focus and collaboration. These tenets are formalized via a variety 
of intentional mechanisms including a 100% experiential learning requirement across all programs; 
active program advisory committees comprised of employers, alumni and UW-Stout faculty and staff 
that meet regularly to review curriculum and to foster continuous improvement of all academic 
programs; a record of hiring faculty and staff with both academic credentials and 
in-field/professional experiences; and a commitment to general education the Stout Core as critical 
to student success. One measure of success that supports our mission is UW-Stout's student career 
outcomes. UW-Stout's 98.4% graduate placement rate (students employed within six months or 
continuing education) remains unsurpassed within the University of Wisconsin System.

INSTITUTIONAL OVERVIEW
An innovative leader within the University of Wisconsin System, the University of Wisconsin- Stout 
offers an unparalleled career-focused education that integrates applied learning, theory and 
research, and real-world experiences to prepare our students for the future. At UW-Stout, our 
students think and do from day one, and we’re proud to produce lifelong learners, ethical leaders, 
and responsible citizens who succeed in a global society.

UW-Stout is recognized nationwide for its operational excellence. We were the first and remain the 
only four-year public higher education institution in the nation to receive the Malcolm Baldrige 
Award, and we are dedicated to a process-improvement model that leverages the power of data and the 
value of our people. We believe in critical thinking and fact-informed decision making. We pursue 
sustainability in form and function and collaborate across campus and with our partners to solve 
problems in industry and society. And providing an equitable, diverse and inclusive environment for 
our faculty, staff and students to live, learn and work is a top priority.

The position joins a dynamic and collaborative leadership team within academic affairs, working in 
support of the university’s FOCUS2030 strategic plan. The university’s goals encompass five
fundamental pillars: Student Success; Employee Success; Equity, Diversity and Inclusivity; Institutional Sustainability; and Identity. UW-Stout is seeking candidates who will prioritize these pillars and serve as a change agent during this dynamic time in higher education.

UW-Stout offers 45 undergraduate, 20 masters, and 3 advanced programs and more than 30 certificate 
options in Art, Design & Graphics; Business & Management; Education; Human & Social Sciences; 
Information Technology & Communications; and Science, Engineering & Math. Our first-class digital 
infrastructure and learning environments provide our nearly 8,000 students with every avenue to 
explore and personalize their success. And we invest in people who share our vision to advance our 
position as Wisconsin’s only Polytechnic University and as a regional, national, and international 
leader in higher education.

Be a part of the future at UW-Stout. Learn more at https://www.uwstout.edu/about-us.


University of Wisconsin-Stout is located in Menomonie, Wisconsin, a community an hour east of 
Minneapolis-St. Paul. A pillar of Wisconsin’s Chippewa Valley and recognized as one of the best 
small towns in America, Menomonie provides an idyllic combination of natural beauty, outdoor 
recreation, boutiques and arts and culture with access to a metropolitan area. For more information 
about the UW-Stout community and region visit: https://www.uwstout.edu/about-us/our-community

COLLEGE INFORMATION
The College of (CSTEMM) expands the reach of science, technology, engineering and mathematics to 
include cross-disciplinary partnerships in the areas of leadership and management. The result is a 
robust college network that includes eight academic departments, three schools - the Robert F. 
Cervenka School of Engineering, the School of Management and the School of Hospitality 
Leadership—two centers, and the Army ROTC program. CSTEMM is comprised of several nationally 
recognized programs, four distinguished professorships, and offers online, hybrid and in-person 
offerings, at both the undergraduate and graduate level.
Offerings also include certificates and specializations available to working adults, and pre- 
professional offerings in the Health Sciences areas.

The CSTEMM Mission
Educating students to be life-long learners through an innovative approach to learning that 
combines theory, practice, and experimentation in science, technology, engineering, mathematics, 
and management.

The CSTEMM Values
•  Quality teaching which actively engages students in learning. We use best practices to 
innovatively teach a curriculum which is career focused and meets present global demands.
•  Applied and original research and scholarship by faculty, staff and students. This promotes 
continuous learning, professional development, and collaborations in the Stout community and with 
outside partners.
•  Active participation in the university, local and global communities through service and 
citizenship.
•  High standards of ethical behavior, integrity and trust in an inclusive and respectful 
environment.
•  A supportive, positive and engaging workplace for faculty, staff and students.
•  Inspiring present and future generations of innovators, teachers and enlightened 
citizens.

CSTEMM includes specialized laboratories across five buildings, and approximately 150 faculty and 
staff and 4,400 students.

POSITION SUMMARY
As a direct report to the Provost and Vice Chancellor for Academic Affairs, the position is 
responsible for the general oversight, strategic vision, operational and active leadership of the 
departments, schools and centers that comprise CSTEMM. UW-Stout has recently embarked on an 
inaugural five-year comprehensive academic plan and the dean will leverage that work to further 
ensure the success of CSTEMM. This is a full-time, annual, Limited appointment. Applicants may be considered for a concurrent tenure appointment per UWS Administrative Policy 1250. The projected start date is July 1, 2023.


JOB DETAILS
The Dean is the chief academic and administrative leader for the College of Science, Technology, 
Engineering, Mathematics, and Management (CSTEMM) and is responsible for fiscal and personnel 
management, strategic planning, fundraising, partnership-building, and promoting equity, diversity 
and inclusivity. The Dean works with faculty, staff, campus-wide units and the university community 
to achieve the university’s mission and vision, to model the university's values, and to build and 
sustain strong collaborations.

The Dean will facilitate a college vision and strategic direction, leading the college in a unified 
plan of action and one that promotes positive interactions across university units to support 
UW-Stout's polytechnic mission and commitment to accessible and applied education. The Dean 
supports, encourages, and promotes excellence in teaching, research, scholarship and service. The 
Dean is responsible for program development, year-round strategic enrollment management, faculty 
and staff recruitment and retention, fiscal management, and for prioritizing student success. The 
Dean also serves as the College’s building supervisor of academic buildings, including classroom 
and laboratory spaces.

As a spokesperson for the College, the Dean provides leadership for fundraising and development 
efforts in collaboration with the Stout University Foundation, industry outreach in collaboration 
with the Discovery Center, and maintains extensive contacts with accrediting bodies, alumni, 
regional employers and businesses, educational partnerships (K-20), and the community at-large. The 
Dean works efficiently and effectively, striving for improvement, innovation and excellence in all 
aspects of the College, across all campus units, while following university and UW System policies, 
rules, regulations and guidelines.

RESPONSIBILITIES
•  Work with faculty, staff, students and university administration to develop a vision for the 
College that will lead to increased student retention and enrollment, through the cultivation of 
existing programs and development of new program offerings
•  Support the University’s commitment to addressing issues pertaining to diversity, equity, and 
inclusion to foster a culture where members of the college community, including faculty, staff, and 
students are active partners in creating an open, inclusive, and equitable learning environment
•  Develop and implement strategies to hire and retain high-quality and diverse faculty and 
staff
•  Foster collaborative, cross-disciplinary partnerships with shared governance and across all 
campus units
•  Develop, promote, and implement year-round strategic enrollment management initiatives in 
collaboration with the Enrollment and Strategic Initiatives unit
•  Manage college budgets responsibly to maximize student learning and faculty/staff professional 
development
•  Evaluate faculty and staff, in coordination with the department chairs, to facilitate continued 
professional growth and development
•  Foster and expand partnerships through outreach and engagement with educational institutions 
(K-20), business, and the community, in coordination with the University Partnership Council
•  Work with the Stout University Foundation and other campus leaders to increase cultivation and 
stewardship, and raise funds, both public and private, for the College and University
•  Support the missions of and advocate for all units in the College
•  Implement the University’s mission, vision, values and FOCUS2030 goals in the context of the 
College

QUALIFICATIONS
Minimum Qualifications
•  Earned terminal academic degree in one of the disciplines represented by the College
•  Strong record of teaching, research, scholarship, publication and professional experience 
   warranting an appointment as a tenured professor
•  Demonstrated commitment to equity, diversity and inclusivity
•  Demonstrated commitment to professional development of faculty and staff
•  Excellent interpersonal communication and customer service skills
•  Minimum of five (5) years of higher education administrative leadership experience
•  Demonstrated understanding of the challenges and opportunities of a rapidly changing higher 
   education environment at the local, state, national, and international levels

Preferred Qualifications
•  Demonstrated experience with program, discipline-specific accreditations
•  Demonstrated experience with establishing and sustaining partnerships between business/industry 
   and educational institutions
•  Demonstrated skills in creative and entrepreneurial problem-solving
•  Successful experience in fundraising; examples may include grants and philanthropy, public 
relations, working with advisory committees/community boards, or communications to external 
stakeholders
•  Demonstrated alignment with the FOCUS2030 goals, mission, and values of UW-Stout

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
Competitive salary commensurate with qualifications and experience. The UW System provides an 
excellent benefits package including participation in the Wisconsin State retirement plan.

• Benefit Details: http://www.uwsa.edu/ohrwd/benefits/summaries/fasl.pdf
•  Health & Retirement Contributions Estimator | Employee Benefits (wisconsin.edu)


All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated 
against. As an equal employment opportunity and affirmative action employer, UW-Stout welcomes 
applications from individuals from diverse groups; veterans, individuals with disabilities and from 
historically excluded populations. UW-Stout provides equal opportunity to all persons and is 
committed to inclusive excellence. At UW-Stout we value our differences and welcome diverse 
perspectives as we continually commit to developing an inclusive and equitable environment for all 
employees and students.

Employment is contingent upon the final candidate’s completing a criminal background check and 
being cleared to work by the Human Resources team. Employment is also contingent upon the final 
candidate passing a reference check process. The reference check process includes asking the final 
candidate and most recent supervisor questions regarding sexual violence and sexual harassment. 
Final candidates with previous employment within the UW System and State of WI agencies will be 
subject to additional reference checks.

Official transcripts are required at the time of hire.

In response to a public records request, the University of Wisconsin System will not reveal the 
identities of applicants who request confidentiality in their online application, except that the 
identity of the successful final candidate will be released. See Wis. Stat. sec. 19.36(7).

UW-Stout is committed to providing safety and security of all members of our community in 
accordance with the Clery Act. For campus safety information and crime statistics visit: 
https://www.uwstout.edu/life-stout/police-and-parking/clery-information


TO APPLY go to: https://www.uwstout.edu/about-us/careers-jobs

To ensure consideration complete applications must be submitted online by end of day Friday, 
January 6, 2023. Applications will be accepted until the position is filled.


Required application materials:
1. Cover letter*
2. Curriculum vitae or resume
3. Names and contact information for a minimum of three (3) professional references
4. Inclusivity Statement: Equity, diversity and inclusion are important to the mission of UW- 
Stout. Please submit a one-page or less statement demonstrating your past/ present work, volunteer, 
and lived experience and how you envision carrying that experience into your work at UW-Stout.

*Please use your cover letter to 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. Please also address the extent to which you meet the stated Preferred Qualifications.

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.

Before starting the online application process, we recommend you preview the frequently asked 
questions (FAQs) available at: https://kb.uwss.wisconsin.edu/21900

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 accommodations for a qualified individual's disability.
QUESTIONS
For questions regarding this position or recruitment, please contact:
Search Co-Chairs:
Maria Alm, almm@uwstout.edu and Scott Pierson, piersons@uwstout.edu
APPLICATION ASSISTANCE
If you need assistance with the online application process, please contact:

Search Coordinator: Dawn Skovbroten
Email: skovbrotend@uwstout.edu
 

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University of Wisconsin-Stout prepares lifelong learners, ethical leaders and responsible citizens in an equitable, inclusive, and sustainable environment through collaborative career-focused programs that integrate applied learning, theory and research.  UW-Stout is committed to developing an inclusive community that fosters a rich, dynamic, and collaborative environment in which to work and grow, celebrating the diversity of individual perspectives and experiences. 

A member of the University of Wisconsin system, UW-Stout holds the distinction of being Wisconsin’s Polytechnic University.

 

 

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