The University of Wisconsin-Stout, Wisconsin's Polytechnic University, seeks a dynamic Project Coordinator to support key initiatives in Planning, Assessment, Research, and Quality.
In this multifaceted role, you'll be at the heart of critical university operations - ensuring compliance with professional licensure regulations and state reciprocity agreements, leading strategic innovation efforts, and advancing employee success initiatives. You'll coordinate processes that keep UW-Stout aligned with state and federal regulations, serve as the driving force behind the campus innovation pipeline (LEAPP Innovation), and contribute to shaping policies that impact the entire university. As the chair of both the Innovation Review Team and Employee Success Committee, you'll facilitate idea development, support employee retention strategies, and play a central role in UW-Stout's continuous improvement efforts. This role offers the unique opportunity to collaborate with senior leadership, campus committees, and key stakeholders, all while guiding strategic projects that shape the university's future.
The successful candidate will be detail-oriented, a strategic thinker, and a problem-solver with strong organizational skills, a passion for higher education, and the ability to balance compliance with creativity. Join UW-Stout as a PARQ Office Project Coordinator - Drive Innovation, Ensure Compliance, and Champion Employee Success! This is your chance to make a lasting impact at Wisconsin's Polytechnic University.
Anticipated start date: July 2025
Minimum annual starting salary: $50,000
UW System Job Description Project Coordinator (AD035)
Working Position Description: PARQ Project Coordinator Position Description
QUALIFICATIONS
Minimum / Required
- Excellent project management skills.
- Exceptional collaboration skills, with a track record of working with diverse stakeholders.
- Demonstrated ability to work independently and follow through on assignments with minimal direction.
Highly Desired / Preferred
- Bachelor's degree in social sciences, education, compliance or related field.
- Professional work experience in higher education.
- Experience with compliance processes, that may include policies, procedures, professional licensure and SARA.
- Experience with strategic planning and innovation processes.
- Experience leading a team or chairing a committee.
DEPARTMENT INFORMATION
The office of Planning, Assessment, Research and Quality (PARQ) is responsible for leading strategic planning and accountability, institutional research and assessment, Catalyst, regional accreditation, quality initiatives and university policy and procedure management. Our decisions are informed by data and reflect the needs of UW-Stout and our external clients.
APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS
Complete applications received by end of day, April 1, 2025 are ensured full consideration. Applications submitted after that date 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
Required application materials:
1. Cover letter (* See below)
2. Curriculum vitae or resume
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 satisfies the requirement.
Applicants must complete all required fields and attach all required documents prior to submitting the online application.
Note: Once you have attached your materials and submitted your application you will not be able to go into the system and change them.
Before starting the online application process, we recommend you preview the frequently asked questions (FAQs) available at: https://kb.uwss.wisconsin.edu/21900
It is the policy of UW-Stout 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.
For questions regarding this position or recruitment, please contact:
Search Chair: Adam Ludwig
Phone: 715-232-1937
Email: ludwiga@uwstout.edu
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: Krisany Blount
Phone: 715-232-1251
Email: blountk@uwstout.edu
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
Minimum starting salary of $50,000, commensurate with qualifications and experience. 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. UW-Stout is certified as a Family Friendly Workplace which recognizes market-leading employers for employee benefits and commitment to supporting children and families.
- Benefit Details: https://www.wisconsin.edu/ohrwd/benefits/download/quickguidefasl.pdf
- To calculate the estimated value of your total compensation, use the Health & Retirement Contributions Estimator | Employee Benefits (wisconsin.edu)
UW-Stout is committed to nondiscrimination in its employment practices and to equal employment opportunity for all persons and does not discriminate against, harass or retaliate on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, age, sex (as defined in state and federal law), sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, disability, pregnancy, marital or parental status, genetic information, arrest record, conviction record, military service, veteran status, use or nonuse of lawful products off the employer's premises during non-working hours, political affiliation, declining to attend a meeting or participate in any communication about religious matters or political matters, honesty testing, or any other category protected by law.
As an equal employment opportunity and affirmative action employer, UW-Stout welcomes applications from individuals from diverse groups; veterans, individuals with disabilities and from historically excluded populations. At UW-Stout we value our differences and welcome diverse perspectives as we continually commit to developing an inclusive and equitable environment for all employees and students.
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 candidate and most recent supervisor(s) questions regarding sexual violence and sexual harassment. Final candidates with previous employment within the Universities of Wisconsin and State of WI agencies will be subject to additional reference checks.
The University of Wisconsin-Stout does not offer H-1B or other work authorization visa sponsorship for this position. A successful applicant will be responsible for ensuring eligibility for employment in the United States on or before the effective date of the appointment and for maintaining work authorization throughout the employment term. If you have questions regarding this, please contact our Human Resources office, Phone: 715.232.2149.
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 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
