Academic Program Specialist
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Position Title:
Academic Program SpecialistJob Category:
Academic StaffEmployment Type:
RegularJob Profile:
Academic Program SpecialistJob Duties:
The University of Wisconsin-River Falls (UWRF) is seeking an Academic Program Specialist to contribute to the implementation administration coordination and evaluation of the newly relaunched Master of Science in Computer Science program to ensure effectiveness in meeting departmental and student development goals and initiatives. The position will also provide recruitment support for other select programs that attract post-baccalaureate and non-traditional students.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
Academic Program Administration
Monitors and assists with the development implementation promotion and evaluation for one or more academic programs initiatives or events
Aids the department chair in coordinating program components and evaluating program effectiveness and provides recommendations for improvement (program assessment)
Aids the department chair in identifying program needs and contributing to the development of unit workflows for the assigned programs
Aids the department chair with day-to-day activities of the assigned academic programs and helps to resolve issues exercising discretion to meet unit goals
Coordinates internships experiences for assigned academic programs in collaboration with the University Business Collaboration Center (UBCC)
Builds relationships with business partners and alumni
Student Recruitment
Recruits students to assigned graduate and undergraduate programs
Coordinates with Admissions and other relevant departments
Conducts information sessions (in-person and online) for prospective students
Responds to prospective student emails calls and other inquiries
Meets with prospective students
Provides recommendations for improvement of recruitment efforts
Other duties as assigned by the supervisor
Key Job Responsibilities:
- Utilizes independent judgement regarding development implementation promotion and evaluation for one or more academic programs initiatives or events
- May supervise the day to day activities of one or more academic programs and resolves issues exercising discretion to meet unit goals.
- Coordinates program components and evaluates program effectiveness and provides recommendations for improvement
- Identifies program needs contributes to the development of unit workflows schedules logistics and secures resources for meetings events and interviews
Department:
College of Arts and Sciences - Computer Information and Data Sciences
Required Qualifications:
Demonstrated ability to work independently and as part of a team
Excellent written and verbal communication skills to effectively facilitate interpersonal communication and group presentations with students faculty academic staff and university staff
Demonstrated attention to detail and good organizational skills
Willingness to learn new technology and digital platforms
Preferred Qualifications:
1-3 years of experience in academic program support
Experience leading and/or implementing process improvement initiatives
Demonstrated experience in supporting the needs of post-baccalaureate and/or non-traditional students
Experience working with digital student records platforms
Experience promoting recruiting and/or advising in a post-secondary environment
Demonstrated willingness to learn practical aspects of using artificial intelligence platforms
Education:
Required: Bachelors degree in technology business education or related field
Preferred: Masters degree in technology business education or related field
How to Apply:
Applicants are required to apply online. UWRF will not consider paper emailed or faxed applications. Applicants are required to provide:
Resume
Letter of interest specifying qualifications and experience (cover letter)
Deadline to Apply: Initial review of applications will begin upon receipt. For full consideration applicants should submit all required materials on or before October 1 2025.
Employees receive excellent benefits including exceptionally low-cost comprehensive health dental and vision benefits; employer match of Wisconsin Retirement System contributions of 6.95%; an attractive amount of paid leave per year in addition to paid sick leave. To learn more about our benefits go to:
Falls does not offer H-1B or other work authorization visa sponsorship for this position. Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States at the time of hire and maintain work authorization throughout the employment term. If you have questions regarding this please contact Human Resources at .
Contact Information:
Inquiries should be addressed to:
Arpan Jani
Search Chair
Confidentiality of Applicant Materials
The Universities of Wisconsin will not reveal the identities of applicants who request confidentiality in writing except that the identity of the final candidates may be released. See Wis. Stat. sec. 19.36(7).
Title IX Notice
As required by Title IX and federal regulations UW-River Falls does not discriminate on the basis of sex in its education programs or activities including in admission and employment. Questions about the application of Title IX may be referred to UWRFs Title IX Coordinator at; the Department of Educations Office for Civil Rights; or both. For more information please see Background Check and Reference Check Policy Employment will require a criminal background check. It will also require you your most recent employer and all previous Universities of Wisconsin institutions and State of Wisconsin agency employers from the past seven (7) years to answer questions regarding sexual violence and sexual harassment per Universities of Wisconsin Administrative Policy 1275. The Annual Security and Fire Safety Report which includes statistics about reported crimes and information about campus security policies can be viewed at call University Police at for a paper copy. UW-River Falls provides reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees with disabilities. 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 an accommodation in applying because of a disability contact or . The University is committed to academic freedom and freedom of expression and provides all members of the University community the broadest possible latitude to explore ideas and to speak write listen challenge and learn pursuant to Regent Policy Document 4-21 Commitment to Academic Freedom and Freedom of Expression. EEO StatementAnnual Security and Fire Safety Report (Clery Act)
Reasonable Accommodations
Academic Freedom & Freedom of Expression
Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to color religion sex sexual orientation gender identity national origin age pregnancy disability status as a protected veteran or other bases as defined by federal regulations and UW System policies. We are committed to building a workforce that represents a variety of backgrounds perspectives and skills and encourage all qualified individuals to apply.
Required Experience:
IC
Employment Type
Full Time
