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Position Title:
Dean for College of Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics and Management (CSTEMM)
Job Category:
Limited
Employment Type:
Regular
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Dean
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Dean for College of Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics and Management (CSTEMM)
The University of Wisconsin-Stout Polytechnic (UW-Stout Polytechnic) 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 Polytechnic 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 Polytechnic's unique mission prioritizes three educational tenets: applied learning and research, business and industry collaboration, and career-focused experiences. 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 Polytechnic 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 Polytechnic's student career outcomes. UW-Stout Polytechnic's 99% graduate placement rate (students employed within six months or continuing education) remains unsurpassed within the University of Wisconsin System.
UNIVERSITY OVERVIEW
University of Wisconsin-Stout Polytechnic offers an unmatched career-focused education that combines applied learning and research with real-world experience that prepares tomorrow’s leaders to drive the future of business and industry. At UW-Stout Polytechnic, our students do more than earn a degree—they do on day one. And we are #StoutProud to produce lifelong learners, ethical leaders, and responsible citizens who succeed in a global society.
UW-Stout Polytechnic is recognized nationwide for its operational excellence. We were the first and remain the only full 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.
We offer 170+ programs in Art, Design & Graphics; Business & Management; Education; Human & Social Sciences; Information Technology & Communications; and Science, Engineering & Math. On a campus where labs and studios outnumber traditional classrooms by 3:1, our first-class digital infrastructure and learning environments provide our more than 7,000 students with every avenue to explore and personalize their success. As the only laptop+ campus among the 13 Universities of Wisconsin, UW-Stout Polytechnic provides laptops and industry-standard software, open education resources, and other technology-driven advantages—all included in on-campus undergraduate tuition and fees. 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 Polytechnic. Learn more at https://www.uwstout.edu/about-us
University of Wisconsin-Stout Polytechnic is located in Menomonie, Wisconsin, a community an hour east of Minneapolis-St. Paul. Menomonie is a pillar of Wisconsin’s Chippewa and Red Cedar Valleys and is recognized as one of the best small towns in America. This community 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 Polytechnic community and region visit: https://www.uwstout.edu/about-us/our-community
COLLEGE INFORMATION
The College of Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics and Management (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, two schools - the Robert F. Cervenka School of Engineering and the School of Management, two centers, and the Army ROTC program. CSTEMM is comprised of several nationally recognized and accredited programs, four distinguished professorships, and provides in-person, hybrid, and online offerings, at both the undergraduate and graduate levels. Offerings also include certificates and specializations available to working adults, and pre-professional pathways 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, approximately 120 faculty and staff and 3,500 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. To elevate UW-Stout Polytechnic’s educational tenets, the Dean will collaborate with faculty, appropriate university, local, and extended community partners to expand applied learning opportunities such as apprenticeships, co-ops, and internships. The Dean will work with appropriate university partners to actively engage in seeking and securing external funding opportunities not just limited to grants and expanding business and industry partnerships in the region and beyond. UW-Stout Polytechnic is currently developing its second comprehensive academic plan, and the dean will leverage that work to further ensure the success of CSTEMM. This is a full-time, 12-month, academic limited appointment. Applicants may be considered for a concurrent tenure appointment per UWS Administrative Policy 1250. The projected start date is January 1, 2027.
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, and partnership-building. 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 Polytechnic’s 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 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 UW-Stout Foundation & Alumni Association, industry outreach in collaboration with the Office of Corporate Relations & Economic Engagement, 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
- Foster a culture that values collaboration, mutual respect, and active participation in support of learning and academic excellence.
- Develop and implement strategies to hire and retain high-quality 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 & Quality 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 UW-Stout Foundation & Alumni Association 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
Official UW Title (Code)/ Job Description: Dean
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 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 Polytechnic
APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS
Complete applications received by end of day, Sunday, October 11, 2026 are ensured full consideration. Applications submitted after Sunday, October 11, 2026 may be reviewed at the discretion of the search committee or until position is filled.
To apply, click on the APPLY button or go to: https://www.uwstout.edu/about-us/careers-jobs
Due to system limitations, applicants may upload no more than five (5) attachments. Please combine documents where appropriate.
Required application materials:
- Cover letter*
- Curriculum vitae or resume
- Leadership Statement: Please provide a 1-2-page leadership statement that explains how your approach to innovation, strategic planning, and collaboration prepares you to lead the college in alignment with UW-Stout Polytechnic’s mission and polytechnic values.
All final candidates will be asked to provide names, email contact information, and/or phone numbers for three (3) references, with at least one being from a manager or supervisor, during the interview process.
*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 meets the requirements. Please also address the extent to which you meet the stated Preferred Qualifications.
Official transcripts required at time of hire.
For questions regarding this position or recruitment, please contact:
Search Chair: Jason Schmitt
Email: [email protected]
If you need assistance with the online application process or if you submitted your application prior to uploading all the required application materials, please contact:
Search Coordinator: Hannah Schilllinger
Email: [email protected]
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.
Key Job Responsibilities:
Guidelines to ensure consideration:
- Applicants must complete all required fields and attach all required application materials.
- Within your cover letter address each of the Minimum/Required Qualifications specified for this position. For each required qualification, describe your relevant experience, using specific examples from your work history to illustrate how your experience satisfies the requirement.
It is the policy of UW-Stout Polytechnic 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 accommodation for a qualified individual's disability.
The Universities of Wisconsin provides an excellent benefits package including participation in the Wisconsin State retirement plan, demonstrating our commitment to the diverse needs of our employees.
Employment is contingent upon the final candidate’s completing a criminal background check and being cleared to work by the Human Resources Office. Employment is also contingent upon the final candidate passing reference checks and an essential job function test, as applicable. The reference check process includes asking the final candidates’ professional references questions regarding employee misconduct, sexual violence, and sexual harassment. Reference checks must be conducted at a minimum with three professional references, at least one of which must be a prior supervisor.
Final candidates with previous employment within the Universities of Wisconsin and State of WI agencies will be subject to additional reference checks.
In response to a public records request, the Universities of Wisconsin 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 Polytechnic 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
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.
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