EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR OF STOUT SOLUTIONS - The University of Wisconsin- Stout is accepting applications and nominations for executive director of a newly created division, Stout Solutions. By merging the existing units of Learning Technology Services, Continuing Education and Research Promotions, Stout Solutions becomes the University's main service branch establishing collaborative ties between UW-Stout faculty and staff and a wide variety of external audiences for the purpose of teaching, research and service. The Director will coordinate the new unit's efforts to develop instructional products with commercial market potential, support faculty and staff research, promote the integration of multi-media technology with instructional delivery and create a self-sustaining revenue stream for the university. The Executive Director will report to a Board of Directors composed of the provost and three academic college deans. Responsibilities: provide transformative leadership for the unit, carry out the directives of the Board of Directors, develop and implement the strategic and/or business plan in collaboration with the Board and campus, promote innovation and development of the unit. Character attributes: understanding of and value for higher education, drive and energy to garner campus ideas, support and action, entrepreneurial in nature, a passion for developing and nurturing, visionary, optimistic, creative.

Minimum qualifications: Master's degree, 3 years of managerial experience, including responsibility for personnel, budget and organizational management, demonstrated ability in project management, demonstrated expertise in strategic planning and implementation. The University of Wisconsin-Stout is located in Menomonie, Wisconsin, 60 miles east of Minneapolis-St. Paul, Minnesota and 25 miles west of Eau Claire, Wisconsin. Learn more about UW-Stout by visiting our web site at: http://www.uwstout.edu.

Candidates should submit a resume, a letter expressing their interest in and qualifications for the position, and the names, addresses and telephone numbers of three references. Screening of applications will begin on March 20. Starting date is July 1, 2000. Salary will be competitive and commensurate with qualifications and experience. UW-Stout is strongly committed to achieving excellence through cultural diversity and encourages applications and nominations of women, persons of color, applicants with disabilities, and members of other under- represented groups. Questions may be directed to Dr. Jeffrey Dippmann (715) 232-2461 or dippmannj@uwstout.edu. Send applications to Dr. Jeffrey Dippmann, Chair, Stout Solutions Search Committee, Provost's Office, 303 Administration Building, University of Wisconsin-Stout, Menomonie, WI 54751. Persons of disability requiring accommodation during the application and/or interview process should contact the Affirmative Action Office, Voice: (715) 232-2314 or weberd@uwstout.edu The University of Wisconsin-Stout is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer.

THE INSTITUTE FOR ACADEMIC EXCELLENCE, Madison, Wisconsin, is looking for a Distance Learning Leader. This is a fast-growing educational company seeking a leader for ambitious distance learning efforts. The person hired will take charge of re-purposing existing materials for K-12 teachers and developing new resources. We are looking for someone with experience in developing web-based courses who also has the following qualifications:

• Knowledge of instructional design or K-12 education
  
• Superb writing and editorial skills (the ability to write clear, concise, friendly prose, as well as familiarity with the stages, deadlines and team members involved in editorial work)
  
• Proven leadership skills (establishing priorities and making changes as necessary; maintaining focus; hiring and supervising in-house staff and contractors; continuously finding solutions)
  
• Some technological savvy

This is a senior position, offering a very competitive salary, stock options, excellent benefits, a great Madison, WI location and a chance to make a difference in our nation's schools. If you are interested, please send in your resume and three nonreturnable writing samples by March 17. We hope to fill the position by early summer - sooner, if possible. Resumes without writing samples will not be considered.

Position 156
Jobs@acadexcel.com
Institute for Academic Excellence, Inc.
PO Box 45016
Madison, WI 53744-5010

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