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The Department of Operations and Management at the University of Wisconsin-Stout Polytechnic invites applications for a full-time, non-tenure-track, academic staff position with a renewable annual contract. We are seeking a dedicated, industry-based educator in construction who demonstrates leadership and uses experiential, applied-learning instructional techniques. The anticipated start date is August 23, 2027. 

The successful candidate will become part of an innovative and supportive community that prioritizes an executive-based learning model in teaching with active student engagement. As a polytechnic university, we emphasize experiential learning by providing students with authentic as well as hands-on experiences in both classroom, laboratory and industry settings. Our program, with over 300 students, receives substantial support from alumni and major construction firms both regionally and nationally. The primary role of this position will be teaching in construction management in areas such as Construction Cost Estimating; Project Scheduling and Cost Control; Construction Methods and Materials; Building Information Modeling; and project management related courses. 

Expected service activities include advising undergraduate students, tracking program learning outcomes, serving on the program team, and advising relevant student organizations or competition teams. 

QUALIFICATIONS

Minimum / Required

• Bachelor’s degree in a construction-related field, paired with relevant industry credentials.  

• Five years of industry experience in a leadership role with supervisory responsibility for managing complex construction projects. 

• An active network within construction-industry organizations. 

• Evidence of strong written, oral, and interpersonal communication skills. 

• Familiarity with construction-management software and digital tools. 

Highly Desired/Preferred

• Master’s degree in a construction-related field. 

• Three years of combined teaching and/or industry-training experience.    

The university emphasizes teaching excellence; candidates brought to campus will be required to teach a component of a class as part of the interview process and discuss how instruction partners/is supported by an online learning management system.  

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Teach courses required in the Construction Management program. Courses relate to the following topics (assigned courses depend on experience and qualifications): Construction Cost Estimating; Project Scheduling and Cost Control; Construction Methods and Materials; Building Information Modeling; and project management related courses.
• Attend program meetings and contribute to/track participation in program continuous improvement efforts.  

• Maintain and document/track an active presence in professional service with the construction industry. E.g., being a member of and active in construction related associations, providing continuing education courses, consulting with companies, etc. 

• Maintain and document/track leadership activities with students in the construction program. E.g., advising relevant student organizations or competition teams, bringing industry projects into the classroom, engage in external partner projects within the classroom, etc. 

• Heighten applied learning/lab experiences within classes to mirror industry responsibilities of Construction Managers. i.e. infuse current construction industry practices into teaching and capture/document these practices. 

• Engage in advising students. 

• Attach a summary of accomplishments/outcomes via the performance evaluation process. 

DEPARTMENT INFORMATION

The Operations and Management (O&M) Department is housed in the College of Science, Technology, Engineering, Math, and Management. O&M primarily serves undergraduate majors in Management, Business, Supply Chain Management, Engineering, Technology, Construction, and Packaging, as well as graduate majors in Training and Human Resources Development, Engineering, Risk Control and Management, and Operations and Supply Management. The department currently has 40 faculty/staff and offers more than 50 courses and 100 different sections each semester. UW-Stout Polytechnic Operations and Management Department is committed to creating an inclusive campus community. Candidates who have experience working collaboratively with diverse individuals and/or groups and who can contribute to fostering an inclusive environment are encouraged to identify their experience in these areas.   

APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS

Complete applications received by end of day, January 5, 2027 are ensured full consideration.  Applications submitted after January 5, 2027 may be reviewed at the discretion of the search committee or until position is filled.

To apply, click on the APPLY button or go to: https://www.uwstout.edu/about-us/careers-jobs

Due to system limitations, applicants may upload no more than five (5) attachments. Please combine documents where appropriate.

Required application materials:

• Cover letter*  

• Curriculum vitae or resume 

• Statement demonstrating a commitment to effective teaching (1–2 pages) 

• Names and contact information for a minimum of three professional references  

• Unofficial transcripts for all degrees 

*Please use your cover letter to speak to each of the Minimum/Required Qualifications for this position as listed above. For each required qualification, describe your relevant experience, using specific examples from your work history to illustrate how your experience satisfies the requirement.

Official transcripts required at time of hire.

For questions regarding this position or recruitment, please contact:

Search Chair: Janelle Skoyen Hestekin

Email: hestekinja@uwstout.edu

If you need assistance with the online application process or if you submitted your application prior to uploading all the required application materials, please contact:

Search Coordinator: Janell Reitz

Phone: 715-232-1329

Email: reitzj@uwstout.edu

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

Competitive salary commensurate with qualifications and experience

Key Job Responsibilities:

• Facilitates classroom, online and/or laboratory instruction, including assessment of student performance

• May supervise student employees involved in development or delivery of instruction

• Develops and designs curriculum and instructional material relevant to a course of instruction

• Collaborates with department faculty and staff to develop teaching strategies relevant to the discipline

• Contributes to the development of teaching and learning scholarly work including publications and presentations

• Contributes to the strategic development of curriculum and academic content through various mediums to ensure the integrity of the educational mission of the work unit

• Advises students on academic and career direction within a specific field of study

Guidelines to ensure consideration:    

• Applicants must complete all required fields and attach all required application materials.     

• Within your cover letter address each of the Minimum/Required Qualifications specified for this position. For each required qualification, describe your relevant experience, using specific examples from your work history to illustrate how your experience satisfies the requirement.  

It is the policy of UW-Stout Polytechnic to provide reasonable accommodation to qualified applicants with disabilities. If you need assistance, or accommodation in applying because of a disability, please contact us using the information below. Employment opportunities will not be denied because of the need to make reasonable accommodation for a qualified individual's disability.   

The Universities of Wisconsin provides an excellent benefits package including participation in the Wisconsin State retirement plan, demonstrating our commitment to the diverse needs of our employees. 

• Employee Benefits:  https://www.wisconsin.edu/ohrwd/benefits/

• To calculate the estimated value of your total compensation, use the Health & Retirement Contributions Estimator | Employee Benefits (wisconsin.edu)

Employment is contingent upon the final candidate’s completing a criminal background check and being cleared to work by the Human Resources Office.  Employment is also contingent upon the final candidate passing reference checks and an essential job function test, as applicable. The reference check process includes asking the final candidates’ professional references questions regarding employee misconduct, sexual violence, and sexual harassment. Reference checks must be conducted at a minimum with three professional references, at least one of which must be a prior supervisor.

Final candidates with previous employment within the Universities of Wisconsin and State of WI agencies will be subject to additional reference checks. 

In response to a public records request, the Universities of Wisconsin will not reveal the identities of applicants who request confidentiality in their online application, except that the identity of the successful final candidate will be released. See Wis. Stat. sec. 19.36(7).

UW-Stout Polytechnic is committed to providing safety and security of all members of our community in accordance with the Clery Act. For campus safety information and crime statistics visit: https://www.uwstout.edu/life-stout/police-and-parking/clery-information

UW is an Equal Opportunity Employer
Qualified 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.