ACADEMIC PROGRAM MANAGER

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Interested applicants are required to apply online and provide:

A cover letter describing your interest in and qualifications for the position.

A current curriculum vitae.

Names and contact information for 3 professional references with emails and phone numbers included.

In addition, applicants will need to submit official transcripts and a copy of current Nursing license prior to hire.

In instances where the Search and Screen Committee is unable to ascertain from the candidates’ application materials whether they meet any of the qualifications, they may be evaluated as not meeting such qualifications. This is a continuous recruitment with an initial review date of October 14, 2024. To ensure consideration, applications must be submitted by October 13, 2024. Application materials received after October 13, 2024 may not receive consideration.

Position Information

Posting Details

Official Job Title ACADEMIC PROGRAM MANAGER

Working Title: DNP Director of Clinical Education

Position Number 02393767

Division College of Health Professions & Sciences

Department B650100 SCHOOL OF NURSING

Position Type Non-Teaching Academic Staff

Appointment Type Fixed Renewable

Pay Basis Annual

Salary Grade 22

FLSA Status Exempt

Percent 100%

Posting Type Staff

UWM Description

The University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee ( UWM ) is Wisconsin’s second-largest university, with a unique dual mission of access and research to provide high-quality education for students from all backgrounds. UWM is one of 146 top research universities recognized as “R1” by the Carnegie Classification of Institutions of Higher Education. Along with its main campus in Milwaukee, UWM has a branch campus in Waukesha.

UWM celebrates, values and promotes the diverse voices and experiences of its students and employees and our community partners. We believe diversity enriches and strengthens our institution. UWM is committed to providing equitable access to opportunities for students and employees from every background. We aspire to create a campus climate that is welcoming to all. Learn more here: https://uwm.edu/community-empowerment-institutional-inclusivity/about/

School/College/Division Description

The University of Wisconsin–Milwaukee College of Health Professions & Sciences (https://uwm.edu/health-professions-sciences/) offers a wide array of health-related academic programs in biomedical sciences, global health, health care administration, nursing, the rehabilitation sciences, and sustainable peacebuilding serving 2300 students. The faculty and staff in these areas are training our graduates for high-demand careers. Many of our degree programs are nationally recognized and ranked and have achieved the highest accreditation possible. The academic quality of our programs is excellent, and through our outreach and e-Learning programs, we have extended access to our educational resources to distant locations. Our interdisciplinary collaborations continue to expand, which has enabled us to establish a distinguished presence on campus and become an engine for innovation for southeastern Wisconsin. Through research, our faculty, staff, and students continue to break new ground and pioneer investigations that are helping advance discoveries critical to the health care professions and sciences. We are proudly dedicated to serving our community through fruitful partnership with many organizations, alumni, and friends.

UWM School of Nursing (https://uwm.edu/nursing/) offers a Bachelor of Science (BS), Master of Nursing (MN), Master of Sustainable Peacebuilding ( MSP ), Doctor of Nursing Practice ( DNP ) and Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) degree programs. UW-Milwaukee offers the BS in Nursing at UWM , and UW-Parkside through a consortial partnership. Students are placed in clinical sites throughout Southeastern Wisconsin in proximity to each campus location.

Job Summary

The School of Nursing is seeking a Director of Clinical Education ( DCE ) for the Doctor of Nursing Practice ( DNP ) Program. The DNP Director of Clinical Education appointment will be through the School of Nursing’s Office of Academic Affairs. This position reports to the Associate Dean and DNP Program Director and has management responsibilities for DNP clinical placement and project coordinators. The DCE has administrative, academic, service, and scholarship responsibilities consistent with the mission and philosophy of the academic program. This individual demonstrates expertise in clinical education, and experiential learning. The DCE primary responsibilities are to plan, facilitate, administer, and monitor clinical education activities on behalf of the academic program and in collaboration with the program director.

Hybrid work options are available with specifics regarding work location requirements discussed during the interview process.

Minimum Qualifications

Master of Science in Nursing

Current board certification as an Advanced Practice Nurse

Active Wisconsin Advanced Practice Nurse Prescriber License

Preferred Qualifications

Terminal Degree in Nursing ( DNP or PhD)

Expertise in simulation-based learning and experiential learning curriculum delivery

Expertise in the development and maintenance of academic-practice partnerships

Previous grant writing experience

Familiarity with electronic learning management and clinical placement systems (Typhon, Exxat, My Clinical Exchange, Canvas)

Target Salary Range Maximum full-time rate of $95,000/A basis. FTE 100%. Final salary offer contingent upon skills, knowledge, and abilities as they relate to the position.

Benefits and Total Rewards

As part of UWM’s commitment to supporting the success of our team members through positive experiences, employees are provided with Benefits to Benefit You and Your Life. UWM offers a comprehensive benefits package and contributes towards the cost of several benefit plans. Employees with a qualifying position also receive an extensive leave package (https://uwm.edu/hr/benefits/leave/) including vacation, sick leave (with no expiration), personal holiday, and paid legal holidays. Please visit this link to view summary benefits information. (Compensation figures are for example purposes only.) UWM Benefits to Benefit You and Your Life (https://uwm.edu/hr/benefits-to-benefit-you-and-your-life/)

Application Instructions

Interested applicants are required to apply online and provide:

A cover letter describing your interest in and qualifications for the position.

A current curriculum vitae.

Names and contact information for 3 professional references with emails and phone numbers included.

In addition, applicants will need to submit official transcripts and a copy of current Nursing license prior to hire.

In instances where the Search and Screen Committee is unable to ascertain from the candidates’ application materials whether they meet any of the qualifications, they may be evaluated as not meeting such qualifications. This is a continuous recruitment with an initial review date of October 14, 2024. To ensure consideration, applications must be submitted by October 13, 2024. Application materials received after October 13, 2024 may not receive consideration.

Application Deadline

Continuous (Open Until Filled?) Yes

If Continuous, Initial Review Date 10/14/2024

Position Contact Name Jackson Prowse

Contact Phone 414-251-6445

Contact Email prowse@uwm.edu

Application Notes

For this position, applicants are required to apply online. UWM will not consider paper, emailed or faxed applications. Additionally, applicants must complete all required fields and attach any required documents. The process is complete when the message “Your application has been submitted” is displayed and you receive a confirmation number.

Legal Notices

AA/EO Statement

UWM is an AA/EO employer: All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, disability, or protected veteran status.

Reasonable Accommodations

UWM provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities who are employees or applicants for employment. Employment opportunities will not be denied because of the need to make reasonable accommodations for a qualified individual with a disability. If you need assistance or accommodation in applying because of a disability, please contact uwm-jobs@uwm.edu or 414-229-4463. This job announcement and other material on this site will be made available in alternate formats upon request to an individual with a disability.

Confidentiality of Applicant Materials

UWM is a State agency and subject to Wisconsin’s Open Records Law. UWM will not, however, reveal the identities of applicants who request confidentiality in writing except as may be required by Wisconsin’s Open Records law. In certain circumstances, the identities of “final candidates” and/or the identity of the appointed applicant must be revealed upon request.

CBC and Reference Check Policy

Employment will require a criminal background check. UWM takes the prevention of sexual misconduct seriously. As such, you and your references will be required to answer questions regarding any past findings of sexual violence and sexual harassment or any pending allegations of sexual violence or sexual harassment.

Annual Security and Fire Safety Report (Clery Act)

For the UWM Annual Security and Fire Safety Reports (i.e., Clery Report), which includes statistics about reported crimes and information about campus security policies, see http://www.cleryact.uwm.edu/, or call UWM’s Dean of Students Office, Student Union 345 at (414) 229-4632 for a paper copy.

Employment Authorization

In compliance with federal law, all persons at the time of their start date will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire.

Job Categories Dean/Director/Executive, Faculty/Instruction – Nursing, Healthcare/Medical

Applicant Documents

Required Documents

Cover Letter

Resume/Curriculum Vitae

References

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