Current Employees: If you are currently employed at any of the Universities of Wisconsin, log in to Workday to apply through the internal application process. Position Title: Adult, Continuing, and Higher
Education
Administration Teaching Faculty Job Category: Academic Staff Employment Type: Regular Job Profile: Teaching Faculty III Job
Duties
The Administrative Leadership program is housed in the Department of Educational Psychology. The Administrative Leadership program develops the education field’s next generation of change-makers in educational settings, including elementary, secondary and post-secondary programs, as well as in non-profit, governmental, and industry settings. The Department of Educational Psychology is hiring a Core Teaching Faculty position to contribute to Administrative Leadership program through teaching and program coordination. This position will primarily work with the Adult, Continuing, and Higher
Education
concentration, the only master’s program at UWM tailored for a rewarding career in higher education and student affairs administration, and leadership in adult learning. This is a 9-month position with potential for summer teaching as available. The successful candidate will (1) teach graduate level courses on organizational leadership and higher education administration, (2) serve as a core faculty member and attend department and program-related functions (e.g., program faculty meetings), and (3) provide administrative service to the program. We are also seeking candidates with an interest in contributing to an EdD program in Organizational Leadership. We are particularly interested in candidates with experience in graduate level teaching and program administration. The program has a strong commitment to culturally informed and equitable pedagogy and training. For more information, please visit the program’s web page: https://uwm.edu/education/departments/administrative-leadership/ Anticipated start date is January 2027. Key
Job Responsibilities
Supervises the day-to-day activities of work unit employees involved in instructional support as needed Provides classroom, online and/or laboratory instruction, including grading Assists in defining the objectives of the program and plays a major role in carrying out program duties Develops teaching techniques that enhance course effectiveness in alignment with desired outcomes and established strategy and trains faculty and other instructional staff in use of said instructional techniques and programs May administer budget and personnel for instructional grants and programs Assesses learner performance and prepares reports recommending instructional improvements Develops grant proposals for instructional development and may serve as principal or co-principal investigator on grants to develop new teaching methods in the discipline Designs curriculum and/or techniques for instruction in a disciplinary area and suggests new ways of effective instruction in courses within that discipline Presents evaluations of teaching methods and techniques to those in the institution and elsewhere College/School: The UWM School of
Education
(SOE) offers undergraduate, masters, and doctoral degree programs, and certifications in over 46 program areas. The SOE faculty recognizes the necessity to be leaders for equity and social justice to improve our nation’s public educational system The School’s key mission is to provide leadership and inspiration for learning and human development in urban communities, and its central vision is to become a premier urban school of education recognized for its diversity and known for excellence in teaching, learning and research. As a community of scholars, the SOE faculty views research as a primary asset since effective educational and societal decisions are derived from that knowledge-base. This asset affirms the faculty’s intent to continue to adapt, develop, and expand its efforts to serve diverse populations, train future scholars and practitioners, and promote an atmosphere of free inquiry. Please visit the school’s website at www.uwm.edu/education Compensation: The target hiring range is $65,000-$70,000 on a 9-month, academic year basis. Required
Qualifications
Hold an Ed.D. or Ph.D. in higher education, student affairs, adult education, or a closely-related field from an accredited higher education institution by the time of application. Demonstrated ability to teach online graduate-level courses in the field of higher education, including familiarity with high impact practices for teaching online courses.
Preferred Qualifications
Experience
in program administration and coordination, preferably in a higher education setting.
Experience
working with diverse student populations and demonstrated commitment to equity and inclusion through teaching, research, and/or service.
Experience
working with graduate students at the master and doctoral levels, including advising master’s students and doctoral candidates, and serving on doctoral project committees. How to Apply: Interested applicants are required to apply online a provide a cover letter and detailed CV/resume that addresses your professional level work experience as it relates to all required and preferred qualifications. PLEASE NOTE: cover letter and CV/resume will need to be uploaded to the same upload area in the application. Note: Applicants must complete all required fields and attach all required documents prior to submitting the online application to ensure full consideration. Additional documents submitted aside from a cover letter and CV /resume will not be considered. Finalist candidate(s) being considered for hire will be required to provide three professional/supervisor references through an external reference checking tool. References will not be contacted prior to candidates being notified. In instances where the Search and Screen Committee is unable to ascertain from the candidates’ application materials whether they meet any of the qualifications, they may be evaluated as not meeting such qualifications. Apply in Workday by the application deadline, August 14, 2026. Questions about the position should be directed to Jackson Prowse at prowse@uwm.edu. Reasonable Accommodations Pursuant to university policy, UWM provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities who are employees or applicants for employment. 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 accommodation in applying because of a disability, please contact uwm-jobs@uwm.edu or 414-229-4463. This job announcement and other material on this site will be made available in alternate formats upon request to an individual with a disability. Confidentiality of Applicant Materials UWM is a State agency and subject to Wisconsin’s Open Records Law. UWM will not, however, reveal the identities of applicants who request confidentiality in writing except as may be required by Wisconsin’s Open Records law. In certain circumstances, the identities of “final candidates” and/or the identity of the appointed applicant must be revealed upon request. CBC and Reference Check Policy Employment will require a criminal background check. UWM takes the prevention of sexual misconduct seriously. As such, you and your references will be required to answer questions regarding any past findings of sexual violence and sexual harassment or any pending allegations of sexual violence or sexual harassment. Annual Security and Fire Safety Report (Clery Act) For the UWM Annual Security and Fire Safety Reports (i.e., Clery Report), which includes statistics about reported crimes and information about campus security policies, see http://www.cleryact.uwm.edu/, or call UWM’s Dean of Students Office, Student Union 345 at (414) 229-4632 for a paper copy. Employment Authorization In compliance with federal law, all persons at the time of their start date will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire. 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. The University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee (UWM) is Wisconsin’s second-largest university, with a unique dual mission of access and research to provide high-quality education for students from all backgrounds. UWM is one of 187 top research universities recognized as “R1” by the Carnegie Classification of Institutions of Higher Education. At UWM, we are committed to creating positive employee experiences, so our team members are able to thrive and excel in their work. UWM offers a comprehensive benefits package and contributes toward the cost of several benefit plans. Employees with a qualifying position also receive an extensive leave package including vacation, sick leave (with no expiration), personal holiday, and paid legal holidays. Please visit this link to view summary benefits information (Compensation figures are for example purposes only).