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For a completed application, applicants will be expected to provide:

• A cover letter describing your interest and qualifications for the position, including information related to the minimum and preferred qualifications listed above

• Current resume/c.v. addressing education, work experience, and knowledge as it relates to all the minimum and preferred qualifications listed above

• Sample work product (writing, visual, multimedia, or other sample), for the committee to assess communication skills

• A list of three professional references with contact information

In instance where the Search and Screen Committee is unable to ascertain from a candidate’s application materials whether they meet any of the qualification(s), they will be evaluated as not meeting such qualification(s).

Position Information

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Official Job Title CENTER ADMINISTRATOR

Working Title: Associate Director, Center for Latin American and Caribbean Studies

Position Number 00175212

Division College of Letters & Science

Department B484100 CTR LATIN AMERICAN & CARIBBEAN STUDIES

Position Type Non-Teaching Academic Staff

Appointment Type Ongoing/Probationary

Pay Basis Annual

Salary Grade 24

FLSA Status Exempt

Percent 100

Posting Type Staff

UWM Description

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 146 top research universities recognized as “R1” by the Carnegie Classification of Institutions of Higher Education. Along with its main campus in Milwaukee, UWM has branch campuses in Waukesha and Washington County.

UWM celebrates, values and promotes the diverse voices and experiences of its students and employees and our community partners. We believe diversity enriches and strengthens our institution. UWM is committed to providing equitable access to opportunities for students and employees from every background. We aspire to create a campus climate that is welcoming to all. Learn more here: https://uwm.edu/diversity-equity-inclusion/about-dei/

School/College/Division Description

Since 1965, the Center for Latin American and Caribbean Studies ( CLACS ) has furthered its three-pronged mission to promote teaching, research, and public engagement about Latin America and the Caribbean. The Center’s mission is supported through its designation as a Title VI National Resource Center with funding from the Department of Education, in collaboration with partner UW-Madison Latin American and Iberian Studies ( LACIS ), as part of the UW-Consortium. CLACS is also the recipient of a Department of Education Foreign Languages and Area Studies ( FLAS ) grant to support student learning of less commonly taught languages in Latin America.

CLACS annually hosts dozens of public engagement events (e.g., lectures, workshops, film series, among others), develops k-16 teacher training related to curriculum on Latin America and the Caribbean, and works collaboratively with partners locally, nationally, and internationally. The Center supports faculty research through small grants, opportunities for collaborative research, and translation of research for public audiences. Additionally, CLACS is home to three academic programs: an undergraduate certificate in Latin American and Caribbean Studies ( LACS ), the Latinx Studies Certificate, and the Latin American and Caribbean Studies ( LACUSL ) Major.

CLACS serve a diverse constituency, within the UWM campus, the UW-system, and through regional, national and international partnerships. There are over 60 CLACS faculty affiliates, over 100 regional faculty affiliates and serves the community-at-large. For more on the Center, see: www.uwm.edu/clacs

Job Summary

The Associate Director of CLACS possesses a deep understanding of Latin American and Caribbean Studies and the Center’s mission as an interdisciplinary Title VI National Resource Center. The Associate Director is responsible for K-16 outreach, development of public programming, development of audiences, grant writing and evaluation, and supports academic programs. The Associate Director works closely with the Director, to develop and manage CLACS programs; design and manage initiatives, communicate with the public; develop fund-raising; and advise LACS /LS/ LACUSL students. The Associate Director also supervises or co-supervises student hourly workers or limited term employees hired to assist with outreach programs. The Associate Director works collaboratively with the Assistant Director, who is responsible for administration of fiscal and grant accounts and programs; management of faculty and student research-travel awards, schools and fellowship competitions; and coordination of daily office operations, goals and initiatives.

Minimum Qualifications

• Master’s or Doctoral Degree from an accredited institution in a field closely related to Latin American and Caribbean Studies or within the interdisciplinary field of Latin American Studies

• Demonstrated communication and organizational abilities

• Excellent writing skills

• Experience working collaboratively with partner organizations or in teams

• Proficiency in spoken and written Spanish or Portuguese; English language Fluency

  Preferred Qualifications

• Broad knowledge of and experience working with diverse constituencies related to Latin American and Caribbean Studies

• Experience building public engagement programs

• Experience with grant writing, grant management, and application procedures, including but not limited to federal grants

• Administrative or supervisory experience

• Budgetary Experience

• Experience forming and maintaining diverse external partnerships

• Experience with K-16 teacher training

  Target Salary Range $65,000 – $75,000 (Final offer will be determined by finalist's experience, training, education, and equity-based factors.)

  Benefits and Total Rewards

As part of UWM’s commitment to supporting the success of our team members through positive experiences, employees are provided with Benefits to Benefit You and Your Life. UWM offers a comprehensive benefits package and contributes towards the cost of several benefit plans. Employees with a qualifying position also receive an extensive leave package (https://uwm.edu/hr/benefits/leave/) 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.) UWM Benefits to Benefit You and Your Life (https://uwm.edu/hr/benefits-to-benefit-you-and-your-life/)

Application Instructions

For a completed application, applicants will be expected to provide:

• A cover letter describing your interest and qualifications for the position, including information related to the minimum and preferred qualifications listed above

• Current resume/c.v. addressing education, work experience, and knowledge as it relates to all the minimum and preferred qualifications listed above

• Sample work product (writing, visual, multimedia, or other sample), for the committee to assess communication skills

• A list of three professional references with contact information

In instance where the Search and Screen Committee is unable to ascertain from a candidate’s application materials whether they meet any of the qualification(s), they will be evaluated as not meeting such qualification(s).

Application Deadline 07/07/2024

Continuous (Open Until Filled?) No

If Continuous, Initial Review Date

Position Contact Name Amal Afifa

Contact Phone 414-251-6419

Contact Email aiafifa@uwm.edu

Application Notes

For this position, applicants are required to apply online. UWM will not consider paper, emailed or faxed applications. Additionally, applicants must complete all required fields and attach any required documents. The process is complete when the message “Your application has been submitted” is displayed and you receive a confirmation number.

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Employment Authorization

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Job Categories Diversity/Inclusion, Event Planning/Program Coordination, Extension, Outreach, and Public Engagement, Grants Management, Management/Supervisory, Office, Administrative, and Clerical Support

Applicant Documents

Required Documents

• Cover Letter

• Resume/Curriculum Vitae

• References

• Writing Sample

  Optional Documents