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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: Continuing Education Program Manager Job Category: Academic Staff Employment Type: Regular Job Profile: Cont Edu Prog Mgr Job Duties: This Program Manager position is expected to support SCE’s commitment to ‘leading change’ through competency-based programming, promoting local and global collaborations, and introducing innovative programming to remain current with customer needs and changes in the workplace world. The primary responsibility of this Program Manager is to engage with employers in corporate and non-profit organizations to identify unmet training needs for businesses and conference roles. Additionally, the Program Manager will collaborate with current customers and corporate partners to maintain and expand public and customized courses and certificates in areas such as Project Management and Agile. This role also involves developing and delivering courses to meet workforce development needs. The position includes organizing the Women Leaders Conference, which is expected to host 450 in-person attendees and 100 virtual participants, as well as assisting in recruiting sponsors for the event. Under general supervision and reporting to the Continuing Education Associate Director, the position leads and supervises all aspects of department programming and is expected to perform a wide variety of complex duties exercising good judgment and demonstrating a high level of professionalism and effectiveness in successfully supporting the delivery of face- to-face and online noncredit courses. Communication and working collaboratively with the business community, professional organizations, instructors, participants, staff and student workers are critical to the success of the programs. Ability to work in the office; hybrid work opportunities may be reviewed after six months of employment Duties and Responsibilities: Manage project management, agile, scrum, technology, and organize a large conference with many stakeholders. Build and maintain relationships with local businesses, technology, healthcare, and manufacturing sectors, as well as professional organizations, to understand needs and trends. Oversee day-to-day program details, including instructor contracts, enrollment management, and delivery logistics. Meet with potential and current participants to discuss their training needs and career goals. Set the strategy and manage all aspects of the annual Women Leaders Conference, including leading the internal team and advisory council. Collaborate with the development director to secure sponsorships, set levels, develop relationships, and fulfill commitments to sponsors. Identify training gaps to meet employer needs in high-demand business areas such as project management, agile, marketing, and workforce development. Create new courses and programs to prepare individuals for in-demand jobs, and recruit, hire, and coach instructors with relevant expertise. Collaborate with custom program specialists to write and submit training proposals for customized training and generate additional program revenue. Monitor enrollments, evaluate program activity, and collaborate with SCE marketing staff to develop strategic marketing plans, including defining audiences and writing course descriptions. Schedule public courses and customized training programs for corporations, including conferences (instructors, participants, rooms, refreshments, and materials). Develop and manage program budgets with the associate director, ensuring positive financial outcomes and overall profitability. Assess and evaluate program/course relevance, instructors, course content, and workforce needs, and make changes as necessary. Key Job Responsibilities: May monitor the unit or program budget and approve program expenditures Develops and implements operating policies and procedures to promote the non-credit program in alignment with the strategic plan Supervises the implementation of non-credit continuing education-focused strategic planning initiatives and objectives May exercise supervisory authority, including hiring, transferring, suspending, promoting, managing conduct and performance, discharging, assigning, rewarding, disciplining, and/or approving hours worked of at least 2.0 FTE or equivalent employees Reviews recommendations for and provides input on the design and development of new non-credit programs or services Department: The School of Continuing Education (SCE) at the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee (UWM) seeks applications for a Continuing Education Program Manager. Who We Are: 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. 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/ The School of Continuing Education is the largest provider of professional development in Southeastern Wisconsin providing year-round lifelong learning through varied venues – in our state-of-the-art classrooms in downtown Milwaukee, onsite at business locations, online and other unique locations. Compensation: What We Offer: This full-time, fixed-term non-teaching academic staff position offers a competitive salary with a hiring range of $54,000 to $58,000. Individual candidates’ experience, education and qualifications will determine the appropriate starting rate at the time of hire. 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 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 Required Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree Three years of relevant work experience, including business, project management, agile, technology, and organizing and coordinating conferences of various scales Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite Ability to maintain flexible hours, including evenings and weekends, when necessary to support programs Proven project management experience demonstrating the ability to successfully plan and execute deadline-driven projects with minimal supervision Preferred Qualifications: Experience in business development, technology, project management/agile, conferences, and marketing Master’s degree or certification in related fields, such as adult education, business, project management/agile, or marketing Experience working in a higher education environment; adult programming responsibilities are a plus Proficiency in web technology, with documented experience posting and updating websites; experience with Canvas software and WordPress is a plus Online technology experience facilitating programs or large interactive meetings using platforms such as Teams and Zoom Strong interpersonal skills, with demonstrated experience engaging and building relationships Experience managing programs that generate revenue to cover expenses, including instructor fees, course materials, and overhead Experience monitoring program budgets to maintain positive cash flow How to Apply: All applicants are required to apply online by October 15th, 2025. UWM will not consider paper, emailed or faxed applications. Additionally, applicants must complete all required fields and attach any required documents. Applicants must submit a cover letter, and resume. Your cover letter and resume must address your qualifications, experience, and knowledge as it specifically relates to the minimum and preferred qualifications of the position as well as why you are interested in applying for this position. In instances where the Search and Screen Committee is unable to ascertain from a candidate’s application materials whether they meet any of the qualifications, they will be evaluated as not meeting them. AA/EO Statement UWM is an AA/EO employer: All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, disability, or protected veteran status. Reasonable Accommodations 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 (Clergy Act) For the UWM Annual Security and Fire Safety Reports (i.e., Clergy 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. Contact Information: Questions about this position should be directed to Dani Steiner at steine79@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. EEO Statement Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, pregnancy, disability, status as a protected veteran, or other bases as defined by federal regulations 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 146 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).