Director of Academic Programs & Strategy

University of Alabama Libraries; Madison (WI); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Wisconsin–Madison Information School (iSchool) seeks an Associate Director to work closely with the Director and Department Administrator, contributing to the success of a leading Information School. The candidate will bring strong collaboration, management, communication, and supervisory skills to navigate a complex academic environment and support strategic priorities.

Key responsibilities include managing iSchool programs, assessment/reporting, stewardship/outreach, and

Qualifications

• Minimum 4 years of experience in organizational administration (budgeting, curriculum development, course scheduling, management, strategic planning, project planning, and evaluation)
• Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively
• Demonstrated supervisory experience

Responsibilities

• Acts as principal liaison between the program, University leadership and external entities
• Evaluates operations and outcomes to ensure alignment with goals
• Formulates program strategies, long-term planning, policies and new materials
• Collaborates with faculty to develop student programs and curricula
• Manages student academic programs
• Oversees supervision of staff (2.0 FTE) and performance
• Develops the unit budget and approves expenditures
• Guides funding, staffing and space implications for faculty

Skills

Communication

Supervision

Budgeting

Strategic planning

Project planning

Curriculum development

Course scheduling

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

The University of Wisconsin–Madison Information School (iSchool) seeks an Associate Director to work closely with the Director and Department Administrator, contributing to the success of a leading Information School. The candidate will bring strong collaboration, management, communication, and supervisory skills to navigate a complex academic environment and support strategic priorities.

Key responsibilities include managing iSchool programs, assessment/reporting, stewardship/outreach, and