Director of Dual Enrollment Continuing Education

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The School of Graduate Studies and Continuing Education at the University of Wisconsin - Whitewater seeks a Director of Dual Enrollment (Outreach Program Director (OE021).

This will be a full-time Limited Appointment serving at the pleasure of the Chancellor. To learn more about this type of appointment please see the UW System Administrative Policy 1251:Appointment Terms & Designation of Positionsand thePersonnel Rules.

Job Details:

The Director of Dual Enrollment Programs provides strategic leadership and oversight of dual enrollment initiatives at UW-Whitewater. This position is responsible for increasing K12 awareness and understanding of university dual enrollment opportunities through in-person and virtual engagement outreach to school districts and development of partnerships that expand student access to early college experiences. The Director will also manage grant-funded programs advisory committees and scholarships that support student success in dual enrollment pathways. This position will supervise the dual enrollment team including K12 Engagement Manager Student Success Coordinator and Family & District Support Specialist.

Responsibilities:

Program Alignment and Partnerships

• Partner with K12 leaders to align dual enrollment withCareer and Technical Education (CTE)andAcademic and Career Planning (ACP)initiatives

• Guide integration of university courses into high school programs including participation inEarly College Credit Program (ECCP).

• Develop collaborations with school districts internal stakeholders and external agencies

• Coordinate all post-secondary dual transfer courses in alignment with UWWs Associates Degree

Grant and Scholarship Management

• Explore and apply for state and federal funding to support dual enrollment programming ensure compliance and effectiveness for awarded grants

• Coordinate with foundation partners on scholarships for dual enrollment students

Advisory Committees and Stakeholder Engagement

• CoordinateDual Enrollment Advisory Committeesto ensure diverse input and stakeholder alignment

• Build strong partnerships across university departments schools and community organizations

Compliance Policy and Assessment

• Monitor state and local dual enrollment policies and ensure program compliance

• Collect and analyze program data for assessment reporting and continuous improvement

• Align program practices with both higher education and K12 requirements

K12 Outreach and Awareness

• Expand awareness of dual enrollment opportunities through in-person and virtual outreach

• Deliver presentations workshops and digital communications to students families and schools

• Provide training and resources for counselors teachers and families on enrollment processes and policies

Key Job Responsibilities:

• Directs the organizational strategic goals of the programs and unit

• Serves as liaison to internal and external stakeholder groups providing organizational information and representing interest of the unit

• Directs the development of long range and short term strategic plans and initiatives to further the growth of the outreach program

• Exercises supervisory authority including hiring transferring suspending promoting managing conduct and performance discharging assigning rewarding disciplining and/or approving hours worked of at least 2.0 full-time equivalent (FTE) employees

• Directs unit personnel and budgeted activities

• Develops and monitors the budget

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Continuing Education

Compensation:

Well-qualified candidates can expect a minimum starting annual salary within a range of $80000- $90000.

UW System employees receive an excellent benefit package. To learn more about the UW Systems comprehensive benefit package review the UW SystemEmployee Benefits Brochure.

Required Qualifications:

• Masters degree in education educational administration or related field

• Minimum of 3 years professional experience as aCTE Coordinatoror closely related K12/higher education role

• Demonstrated knowledge ofWisconsin dual enrollment policies including the Early College Credit Program (ECCP)

• Successful track record ofgrant writing and grant management preferably with federally or state-funded programs

• Familiarity withCareer and Technical Education (CTE)frameworks andAcademic and Career Planning (ACP)initiatives in the K12 setting

• Excellent communication and presentation skills for both in-person and virtual engagement.

• Strong organizational program management and data-driven decision-making skills

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience managing multi-stakeholder advisory committees and collaborating with community partners or foundations

• Prior leadership in developing universityK12 partnerships that improved student outcomes

• Background in student services academic advising or college readiness program development

Knowledge Skills and Abilities:

• Ability to interact respectfully with people with diverse socioeconomic cultural and ethnic background

• Willingness and ability to be an active participant in following applicable safety rules and regulations including necessary training and drills

How to Apply:

For full consideration please submit materials no later thanNovember 16 2025. The review of applications will continue until the position is filled. The most qualified applicants will be invited to participate in the next step of the selection process.

Only complete application packages will be considered.This includes online submission of the following documents:

• Cover Letter

• Resume

• Name and contact information for threeprofessionalreferences

Contact Information:

For questions regarding this position please contact:
Susie Feuerstein

If you have questions regarding this recruitment or if you are unable to complete the application online due to a disability or system problem please contact us at or.

CONDITIONS OF APPOINTMENT:

University of Wisconsin-Whitewater 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. UW-Whitewater is not an e-verify employer therefore STEM extensions are not options for work authorization.

CAMPUS INFORMATION:

UW-Whitewater is a thriving public university located in southeastern Wisconsin. It leads the way in providing world-class affordable higher education programs to more students than neighboring regional comprehensives in the University of Wisconsin System. A collaborative team of 1300 faculty and staff are devoted to the success of the universitys 11500 students at its main and Rock County campuses. The team provides high-impact practices and academic programs online and in person from associate to doctoral levels. Recognized nationally for affordability inclusion and career development UWW serves approximately one-third first-generation students and boasts strength in many areas especially business and education. The campus and community embrace the Warhawk Family spirit supporting the universitys arts and nationally recognized NCAA Division-III level championship athletics. As a proud institution of access more than 10 percent of undergraduate students use the acclaimed Center for Students with Disabilities a priority mission since the 1970s.

UW-Whitewaters campuses are located centrally near Milwaukee Madison and Chicago offering easy access to the cultural and commercial opportunities of major metropolitan areas. Near both Lake Geneva and the Wisconsin Dells the area attracts numerous visitors from across the country. Whitewater is a vibrant college community near the Kettle Moraine State Forest offering area residents seasonal outdoor enjoyment. The nearby Rock County campus is located in Janesville a town of 60000 located on the Rock River and known as Wisconsins Park Place.

ORGANIZATION INFORMATION:

The University of Wisconsin-Whitewater is part of the 13-campus Universities of Wisconsin ().

Wisconsin Statute 19.36(7)(b) provides that applicants may indicate in writing that their identity should be kept response to a public records request the University will not reveal the identities of applicants who request confidentiality in writing except that the identity of the successful final candidate will be released. See Wisconsin Statute 19.36(7)(a).

Per Regent Policy Document 20-19 University of Wisconsin System Criminal Background Check Policy and Universities of Wisconsin Administrative Policy 1275 Recruitment Policies UW-Whitewater requires criminal background checks as a contingency to employment. A criminal background check will be conducted prior to an offer of employment. All final candidates must be asked prior to hire whether they have been found to have engaged in are currently under investigation for or left employment during an active investigation in which they were accused of sexual violence or sexual harassment. When obtaining employment reference checks these same sexual violence or sexual harassment questions must also be asked.

The University of Wisconsin-Whitewater requires that all employees be active participants in following applicable safety rules and regulations including necessary training and drills.

For UW-Whitewater Campus safety information and crime statistics/annual Security Report see Annual Security and Fire Safety Report if you would like a paper copy of the report please contact the UW-Whitewater Police at .

UW IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER:

Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion sex sexual orientation gender identity national origin age pregnancy disability status as a protected veteran or any other bases protected by applicable federal or State law 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.