{"id":855,"date":"2025-11-06T16:10:58","date_gmt":"2025-11-06T16:10:58","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.wisconsin.edu\/wiccd\/?p=855"},"modified":"2025-11-06T16:11:33","modified_gmt":"2025-11-06T16:11:33","slug":"now-hiring-program-manager-at-wiccd","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.wisconsin.edu\/wiccd\/2025\/11\/06\/now-hiring-program-manager-at-wiccd\/","title":{"rendered":"Now Hiring: Program Manager at WICCD"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"css-11nhv9h\">\n<div class=\"css-1pv4c4t\">\n<div class=\"css-cygeeu\">\n<div class=\"css-19idom\">\n<div class=\"css-k008qs\" data-automation-id=\"remoteType\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div>\n<div class=\"css-19idom\">\n<div class=\"css-k008qs\" data-automation-id=\"requisitionId\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"css-1i27f3a\">\n<div class=\"css-ey7qxc\">\n<div class=\"css-1rdwyhm\" data-automation-id=\"jobPostingDescription\">\n<p>The Wisconsin Institute for Citizenship and Civic Dialogue is seeking applicants for a Program Manager position.<\/p>\n<h4><a href=\"https:\/\/wisconsin.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com\/en-US\/UW_Comprehensives\/details\/Project-Manager_JR10005567?primaryLocation=5adf054562b610142601f6dfd9d30000\"> Learn more and apply here<\/a>, or see details below.<\/h4>\n<h2><b>Job Duties:<\/b><\/h2>\n<p>The Project Manger will oversee the implementation of <i>The Wisconsin Civic Education Teacher Training Project<\/i>, a three-year initiative funded through $1.1 million grant from the United States Department of Education. The goal of the project is to improve citizen competency and informed patriotism for Wisconsin K-12 students across education sectors. The project consists of 19 evidence-based teacher trainings and various supporting activities throughout Wisconsin. The full-time project manager will be responsible for ensuring that all training and support activities are completed within the presented timelines. The project manager will also be responsible for coordinating with WICCD staff to carry out the logistics of programming.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2><b>Key Job Responsibilities:<\/b><\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li>Creating and implementing a master workplan to ensure completion of all activities.<\/li>\n<li>Managing the logistics of scheduling and delivering 19 teacher trainings in collaboration with the Jack Miller Center (JMC), other project collaborators, and UW campus partners.<\/li>\n<li>Creating and managing collaborative relationships with non-profit organizations in the civic education space in Wisconsin.<\/li>\n<li>Coordinating work tasks to WICCD support employees.<\/li>\n<li>Overseeing the budget and ensuring grant compliance in collaboration with Universities of Wisconsin staff.<\/li>\n<li>Producing deliverables tied to performance objectives outlined in the successful grant proposal and project plan.<\/li>\n<li>Reporting to and communicating with WICCD leadership to ensure grant-funded activities align with WICCD\u2019s goals and mission.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><b>Position Title:<\/b><\/h2>\n<p>Project Manager<\/p>\n<h2><b>Job Category:<\/b><\/h2>\n<p>Academic Staff<\/p>\n<h2><b>Employment Type:<\/b><\/h2>\n<p>Terminal (Fixed Term)<\/p>\n<h2><b>Job Profile:<\/b><\/h2>\n<p>Project Manager I<\/p>\n<h2><b>Department:<\/b><\/h2>\n<p>The Wisconsin Institute for Citizenship and Civil Dialogue (WICCD) provides resources, opportunities, and support for teaching, learning, and practicing viewpoint diversity; freedom of expression; academic freedom; civil dialogue; and civic participation within our universities and communities.<\/p>\n<h2><b>Compensation:<\/b><\/h2>\n<div>\n<p>The\u00a0Project Manager\u00a0is\u00a0a\u00a0full-time,\u00a0salaried\u00a0(exempt),\u00a0academic staff position. This position is expected to last through September 30, 2028, depending on program need and funding, with no expectation for renewal.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div>\n<p>Well-qualified candidates can expect a starting annual salary within a range of $70,000 &#8211; $83,500 commensurate with the candidate\u2019s education, related experience, and qualifications.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<p><b>Required Qualifications:<\/b><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>A bachelor\u2019s degree or higher<\/li>\n<li>Experience working in K-12 or higher education<\/li>\n<li>Project management experience<\/li>\n<li>Excellent communication skills<\/li>\n<li>Excellent organizational skills<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><b>Preferred Qualifications:<\/b><\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li>A background in civics or social studies education at the K-12 or college level<\/li>\n<li>Experience administering a federal grant<\/li>\n<li>Experience in public sector budgeting<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><b>Work Location:<\/b><\/h2>\n<p>Telecommuting or hybrid work options may be available.\u00a0Preference will be given to candidates that\u00a0reside\u00a0within the state of Wisconsin.\u00a0Telecommuting agreements are subject to change at any time. Some travel will be required within the state of Wisconsin.<\/p>\n<h2><b>Application Information:<\/b><\/h2>\n<p>To ensure full consideration, please\u00a0submit\u00a0application materials as soon as\u00a0possible.\u00a0Applicant\u00a0screening\u00a0will\u00a0begin\u00a0immediately\u00a0and be\u00a0ongoing\u00a0through\u00a0<b>11:59 pm,\u00a0Sunday, November 23,2025.<\/b><b>\u00a0<\/b>However, applications may be accepted until the position has been filled.<\/p>\n<h2><b>Contact Information:<\/b><\/h2>\n<p>Questions may be addressed to:\u00a0Sarah Haen, HR Manager, at sarah.haen@uwss.wisconsin.edu<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2><b>COMMITMENT TO INCLUSIVE EXCELLENCE<\/b><\/h2>\n<p><i>Inclusive Excellence is a source of strength, creativity, and innovation for Universities of Wisconsin. We value the contributions of each person and respect the profound ways their identity, culture, background, experience, status, abilities, and opinion enrich the Universities of Wisconsin community.\u00a0 We commit ourselves to the pursuit of excellence in teaching and learning, research, scholarship, creative activity, community service, and diversity as inextricably linked goals.<\/i><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>Universities of Wisconsin fulfills its public mission by creating a welcoming and inclusive community for people from every background \u2013 people who serve the State of Wisconsin and the public good.<\/p>\n<h2><b>Special Notes<\/b><\/h2>\n<p>If you need to request an accommodation because of a disability, you can find information about how to make a request by contacting <a href=\"mailto:uwshr@wisconsin.edu\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">uwshr@wisconsin.edu<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>The Universities of Wisconsin is required to conduct a criminal background and sexual harassment check for the selected finalist prior to employment.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>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) <b>on, before, or after<\/b> the effective date of appointment.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>The Universities of Wisconsin will not reveal the identities of applicants who request confidentiality in writing, except that the identity of the successful candidate will be released. See <a href=\"https:\/\/docs.legis.wisconsin.gov\/statutes\/statutes\/19\/ii\/36\/7\/a\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Wis. Stat. \u00a7. 19.36(7)<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2><b>Benefits Information <\/b><\/h2>\n<p>Universities of Wisconsin employees receive an excellent benefits package. To learn more about the benefits package, review the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.wisconsin.edu\/ohrwd\/benefits\/download\/fasl.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Faculty, Academic Staff &amp; Limited Appointees\u00a0<\/a> or <a href=\"https:\/\/www.wisconsin.edu\/ohrwd\/benefits\/download\/univstaff.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">University Staff<\/a>\u00a0\u00a0 Please see this link for total compensation information: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.wisconsin.edu\/ohrwd\/benefits\/benefits-estimator\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Universities of Wisconsin Health &amp; Retirement Contributions Estimator<\/a> to provide you with total compensation information.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2><b>Application Instructions<\/b><\/h2>\n<p>To ensure full consideration, please submit application materials as soon as possible. Applicants must submit a cover letter, resume, and contact information for three professional references.\u00a0 Applicant screening will begin immediately and be ongoing through the closing date.\u00a0 However, applications may be accepted until the position has been filled.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2><b>Clery Act information<\/b><\/h2>\n<p>The Universities of Wisconsin provides statistics on campus crime in its Annual Security Report.\u00a0 For more information on university campus statistics see <a href=\"https:\/\/www.wisconsin.edu\/compliance\/landing-page\/cleary\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">https:\/\/www.wisconsin.edu\/compliance\/clery\/<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><b>UW is an Equal Opportunity Employer<\/b><br \/>\nQualified 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.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"css-1gw0f0n\" data-automation-id=\"sidebar\">\n<div class=\"css-6qub7p\" data-automation-id=\"imageSection\">\n<h3 id=\"36\" class=\"css-1uppmgb\">About Us<\/h3>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"css-1mh151z\" src=\"https:\/\/wisconsin.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com\/wday\/cxs\/wisconsin\/UW_Comprehensives\/sidebarimage\/5adf054562b61014c11b5a413e120002\" alt=\"UW Logo\" data-automation-id=\"image\" \/><\/p>\n<div class=\"css-1v3caum\"><\/div>\n<div dir=\"ltr\">\n<div class=\"css-vr2o4s\">\n<div class=\"css-cx1qpg\">\n<div class=\"css-1rdwyhm\" data-automation-id=\"richText\">\n<div>\n<div>\n<div>\n<div>\n<div>\n<div>\n<p>The <b>Universities of Wisconsin<\/b> are a premier system of public higher education serving\u202fmore than 162,000 students. Awarding nearly 37,000 degrees annually, the universities are Wisconsin\u2019s talent pipeline, putting graduates in position to increase their earning power, contribute to their communities, and make Wisconsin a better place to live. Through a constellation of 13 universities statewide, the Universities of Wisconsin are a tremendous academic, cultural, and economic resource for Wisconsin, the nation, and the world.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div>\n<p>The <b>Universities of Wisconsin Administration<\/b> assists<i>\u202f<\/i>in establishing policies, planning the programmatic financial and physical development of the Universities. UWSA supports the Universities in delivering transformative educational outcomes and research that expands the boundaries of knowledge. We work to extend the value of our universities beyond the boundaries of the campuses, seeking to enhance the quality of life for all in Wisconsin and beyond, in fulfillment of the Wisconsin Idea.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<div>\n<h1><b>Universities of Wisconsin Human Resources\u00a0<\/b><\/h1>\n<\/div>\n<div>\n<h1><b><i>Work.<\/i>\u00a0<\/b><\/h1>\n<\/div>\n<div>\n<p><i>As one of Wisconsin\u2019s largest employers and a premier educational system, <\/i><i>the Universities of Wisconsin <\/i><i>provides employees with opportunities for a lifelong career in a workplace that values meaningful and fulfilling work.<\/i><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div>\n<h1><b><i>Thrive.<\/i>\u00a0<\/b><\/h1>\n<\/div>\n<div>\n<p><i>The Universities of Wisconsin offer a competitive, comprehensive pay and benefits package.<\/i><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div>\n<h1><b><i>Belong.\u202f<\/i>\u00a0<\/b><\/h1>\n<\/div>\n<div>\n<p><i>The Universities of Wisconsin strive to foster a workplace environment that supports cultural, academic, and intellectual diversity and inclusion, grounded in the Wisconsin Idea.<\/i><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"css-tfj2rs\"><button id=\"37\" class=\"css-1wytscr\" type=\"button\" data-automation-id=\"showLess\" aria-labelledby=\"37 36\"><span class=\"css-pplshs\">Read Less<\/span><\/button><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>The Wisconsin Institute for Citizenship and Civic Dialogue is seeking applicants for a Program Manager position. 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