Assistant Professor of Community and Regional Planning

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This is a joint appointment with the University of Wisconsin - Stevens Point (UWSP) College of Natural Resources (CNR) within the Environment & Society discipline and the Center for Land Use Education (CLUE) which is funded through an agreement with the Division of Extension at the University of Wisconsin - Madison. As a UWSP faculty member the candidate has responsibilities for undergraduate teaching (40%) and outreach education (60%). The candidate will be responsible for teaching 3-4 courses per academic year. Courses include Land Use Plan Implementation Introduction to Sustainable Communities and other courses determined by the specific qualifications of the assistant professor needs of the curriculum and current faculty teaching within the program.

As an Extension Specialist this position will provide research and outreach for Wisconsin communities 60% of the time. As a CLUE faculty member the individual is expected to operate in a team atmosphere to provide land use natural resources and community planning education to Wisconsins local governments non-profits businesses and the public. One of the primary responsibilities is to create an extension program focused on local government and communities through the lens of land use planning and intergovernmental decision-making. This extension program includes providing technical assistance education and applied social science research to CLUEs audiences. It is critical that the outreach work is visible accessible and responsive to various client audiences as described above. Successful Extension Specialists tend to provide research and outreach that is dynamic and flexible to meet the emerging issues facing our communities. This position will require occasional evening and weekend hours.

CNR faculty members report directly to the Dean of the College in consultation with the CLUE director and are expected to demonstrate scholarly activity and provide service to the College and community.

**Full position description is available upon request. **

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This position serves in theEnvironment & Societydisciplinewithin the College of Natural Resourcesat the University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point ( strength of our program is its interdisciplinary approach and emphasis on hands-on experiences. The College of Natural Resources has approximately 1550 undergraduates 50 graduate students and over 130 faculty and staff. It is home to disciplines in Environment & Society Fisheries and Water Resources ForestrySoil and Waste Resources Wildlife Ecology and the Department of Paper Science and Chemical one of the largest comprehensive naturalresourcesundergraduate programs in North America.

This position will alsoservethe Center for Land Use Education (CLUE) which is funded through acooperativeagreement with the University of WisconsinMadison Division of the Natural Resource Institute (NRI) and Community Development Institute (CDI)within position would be housed within and staffworkas a teamon a diversesuiteofconservation and community planningtopicsacross the overarchingobjectiveis to help Wisconsin communities make informedland usedecisionsthat sustain natural resources and meet community goals.

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The Assistant Professor of Community and Regional Planning is a full-time salaried exempt annual year-based faculty position.

Well-qualified candidates can expect a minimum annual salary of $73500.00 a final offer will be commensurate with the candidates education related experience and qualifications. Relocation assistance may be available.

Eligible Universities of Wisconsin employees receive an excellent benefits package. To learn more about the benefits package review the Universities of Wisconsin Employee Benefits Quick Guide. Use the Health & Retirement Contributions Estimator to calculate the estimated value of your compensation and benefits.

Required Qualifications:

• A Ph.D. at or near completion or other terminal degree in urban and regional planning or related field with a broad understanding of current community development issues including but not limited to comprehensive land use planning housing transportation and sustainability. The degree must be completed by December 1 2026 to be considered for retention in the second year.

• Strong analytical and research skills preferably including quantitativeandsocial scienceresearch methods.
• Experience with communityoutreach research and/or education.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Demonstrated research on topics related to community development comprehensive land use planning economic development sustainability energy and environmental planning.
• Professional experience developing or administering regulatory tools such as zoning or subdivision ordinances.
• Demonstrated ability to work across topical areasthat are relevant to Wisconsin communities.
• Experience with Extension.
• Experience teaching undergraduates.
• Experiencein experientialteachingand learningmethods.

How to Apply:

TO ENSURE CONSIDERATION: Applications received by 4/30/2026 are ensured full consideration. Applications received after that date may be given consideration at the discretion of the search committee. Application materials will be evaluated and the most qualified applicants will be invited to participate in the next step of the selection process. Incomplete and/or late application materials may not receive consideration.

Files must be complete to be considered. Submission in PDF format is preferred for all attachments. Please include the following documents:

- Cover letter addressing qualifications and experience

- Resume/Curriculum Vitae

- Unofficial Transcripts/Official Transcripts

- Statement of teaching philosophy (1 page)

- Statement of research and outreach relevant to Wisconsin (1 page)

(Official Transcripts will be required of finalist)

After you submit your application you will be unable to edit it. Please be sure to include all required materials at time of application.

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Name: Dr. Austin Holland CLUE Director

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Please note that successful applicants are responsible for ensuring their eligibility to work in the United States (i.e. a citizen or national of the United States a lawful permanent resident a foreign national authorized to work in the United States without the need of employer sponsorship) on or before the effective date of appointment.

Employment will require a criminal background check. It will also require you to supply a minimum of three (3) professional references (one (1) of which being a current or former supervisor). It is preferred that you supply five (5) professional references (two (2) of which being a current or former supervisors). Your references will be required to answer questions regarding misconduct sexual violence and sexual harassment.

Special Notes:

Through the discovery and dissemination of knowledge UW-Stevens Point stimulates intellectual growth provides a liberal education and prepares students for a diverse sustainable world. The university is committed to creating a safe inclusive learning community for all faculty and staff from a variety of backgrounds. Visit for more information about UW-Stevens Point. To learn about the Stevens Point (aka Point) area fun jobs housing education quality of life and bragging rights visit .

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The safety and success of students faculty and staff at the University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point is paramount. The Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act requires the distribution of an annual security report to all current and prospective students faculty and staff. You may obtain the complete report at University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point will not reveal the identities of applicants who request confidentiality in writing except the identity of the successful candidate will be released. See Wis. Stat. sec. 19.36(7).

An offer of employment will require a criminal background check and authorization to work within the United States as required by the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986.

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.