University of Wisconsin-Madison
• $65K — $97K *Qualifications
Responsibilities
Benefits
The School of Freshwater Sciences has a rich history of scientific discovery that has evolved overdecades.The school’s researchers have studied the Great Lakes and other large freshwater systems around the world, as well as inland waters, urban river systems, groundwater and more. Our research focus is on freshwater system dynamics, human and ecosystem health, the application of water technology to research questions, and water policy and economics.The pioneering graduate program began in 2009, evolving from decades ofcutting-edgeresearch conducted by UWM faculty at the Center for Great Lakes Studies and the Great Lakes WATER Institute. The undergraduate program launched in 2021 to expand our interdisciplinary approach and train students to meet the growing demand for water science professionals.Currentlythe School of Freshwater Sciences offers PhDs,masterand bachelordegrees in freshwater sciences. Our work informs policy, improves water management, and promotes the health and sustainability of freshwater systems worldwide. We are driven to make a difference for our waters because we care about them, the communitiestheyinand the people who interact with them.
Center for Water Policy Description:
TheCenter for Water Policymissionis to provide world class interdisciplinaryresearchthat offers solutions toregional,nationaland international problems related to the protection,restorationand conservation of freshwater resources to ensure long term environmental health and quality of life.Through a focus on water policy and science communications, we make our academic research accessible to the public.Established in 2011 through a $2.6 million Endowment from Lynde B. Uihlein, the Center builds on the research of the School of Freshwater Sciences, the Universities ofWisconsin, and networks and partnerships with top scholars, scientists, and policy institutions across the country and around the world.
The Assistant Director supports the Director of the Center for Water Policyto carry out the Centermission.This rolecontributesto collaborative research initiatives that promote science-based, sustainable water policies within the Great Lakes region and beyond.The Center brings together teams of faculty, postdocs, graduate and law students, and undergraduates to produce academic articles, reports, policybriefsand communications.TheAssistant Director supportstheDirector in positioning the Center for Water Policy, the School of Freshwater Sciences, andtheUniversity of Wisconsin-Milwaukee as a national and international center of excellence in addressing water policy issues,researchand innovation. The Assistant Directorisresponsible formanaging the administration, financials,budgetand human resources for the Center;engaging inresearch and preparingmaterials for extramural support and sponsorships;and supervisingcommunications and outreach.
Responsibilities
Research Mission 60%
Engage inhigh-qualitywater policy research and writing
Serve as more senior staff researcher to mentor and supervise research by others within the Center
Identifyand develop collaborative grant proposals to support research mission
Prepare fundraising and external reports and assessments of all Center related activities
Outreach and Communication Mission 25%
Supervise communications fellows toimplementstrategies for water science and policy communications, including message development, media relations, socialmediaand website content
Collaborate with faculty and staff in the School of Freshwater Sciences and other public and private institutions, including coordinating with the Freshwater Collaborative of Wisconsin
Support the Centerleadership of the Freshwater Collaborative Water Policy Network.
Administrativeand HumanResourcesManagement 25%
Assistwith establishment of goals and priorities for the annual budget for all revenues and expenditures
Manage the Center budget, ensuring resources areallocatedin a fashion that is aligned with the mission and goals of the Center and, in the case of grant or philanthropic support,complies withthe grantor or donor intent
Act as liaison toUWMadministration and human resources, includingnavigatingUWMdatabases, processes, and compliance requirements
Help develop processes and procedures to improve the Centerinternal management
Ensure that related policies,proceduresand standards aremaintained.
Program andStrategySupport 15%
Engage in planning andidentifyingwater policy priorities with the Director to shape the Center for Water Policystrategic direction
Provide administrative and strategic support to the Advisory Board
Manage process and distribution of awards for the Fellows, Water Policy Scholars, and other Center programs.
Other Duties as Assigned by the Director 5%
1year of management, budget, or development experience
Advanced degree relevant to position: JD, MS, MBA, or PhD
Preferred Qualifications:
5+years of management, budget, or development experience
Water policy research skills
Understanding of range of public communications strategies
Excellent attention to detail
Experience thatdemonstratesability to support work environment that embracespeople from all backgrounds, collaboration, ethical behavior, and team building
Record of progressively responsible leadership and administrative experience, including personnel recruitment, employee management and budget preparation and management
Experiencewritinggrantsand reportingto donors
Ability tonavigatecomplex institutional processes and databases toaccomplishorganizational priorities
Demonstrated record of successful collaboration with multiple partners both academic and non-academic
Demonstrated success in program management including carrying out coordinated organization, direction and implementation of projects and activities to achieve defined deliverables and outcomes
Demonstrated ability to work successfully with advisory boards and/or governance bodies
Experience in water protection such as professional work, volunteering, or coursework
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