Strategic Associate Dean: Operations & External Relations

UWMSN University of Wisconsin Madison; New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 165,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

The Associate Dean of Operations & External Relations at UW‑Madison Extension provides executive leadership for internal operations, policy development and external relations involving county, state, federal and tribal partners. The role reports to the Dean and oversees multiple directors to ensure effective program delivery across Wisconsin.

Qualified candidates will have substantial leadership experience in a complex organization, a Master’s degree (terminal degree preferred), and a track

Qualifications

• Five+ years of management experience within a complex organization.
• Proven leadership and manager of employees.
• Proven ability to build effective working relationships with internal and external entities.
• Experience developing and implementing organizational policies.

Responsibilities

• Build consensus and develop collegial, collaborative relationships with a broad range of stakeholders.
• Supervise directors and staff, assign duties and evaluate performance.
• Provide strategic direction and set priorities for programs and services.
• Lead program assessment, budget planning, and policy alignment with university goals.

Skills

Leadership

Strategic thinking

Relationship building

People management

Education

Master's degree

Terminal degree preferred

Job description

The Associate Dean of Operations & External Relations at UW‑Madison Extension provides executive leadership for internal operations, policy development and external relations involving county, state, federal and tribal partners. The role reports to the Dean and oversees multiple directors to ensure effective program delivery across Wisconsin.

Qualified candidates will have substantial leadership experience in a complex organization, a Master’s degree (terminal degree preferred), and a track