Dean

University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee, United States

Updated: 3 months ago
Location: Milwaukee, WISCONSIN
Deadline: ;

Position Information
Posting Details


Official Job Title Dean
Working Title: Dean, Zilber School of Public Health
Position Number 02271992
Division Joseph J Zilber School of Public Health
Department B700100 Public Health
Position Type Limited Appointment
Appointment Type Limited
Pay Basis Annual
Salary Grade Cat C
FLSA Status Exempt
Percent 100
Posting Type Internal
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
Wisconsin’s only accredited school of public health, the Zilber College of Public Health was founded with a vision and commitment to confront health disparities and other public health challenges that have long plagued Milwaukee where racism and discrimination have become a public health crisis. Zilber College faculty, staff and students see Milwaukee as America’s sentinel city—ground zero in the campaign for social and environmental justice where the pursuit of health equity stands to benefit not only Milwaukee but communities across the nation.
Today, the Zilber College of Public Health enrolls nearly 700 students across more than 20 degree and certificate programs. The college has 26 tenured or tenure-track faculty and 11 instructional academic staff. Faculty work with a wide range of methodologies, including statistical genetics, laboratory experimentation, surveys, community-based intervention trials, implementation studies, epidemiology and policy analysis.
Research areas in the college include: health disparities; maternal and child health; statistical genetics; environmental epidemiology and toxicology; social epidemiology; health informatics; community-engaged and participatory research; HIV prevention; substance abuse; aging; physical activity and sedentary behavior; biomechanics of lower extremity and athletic injury; body image; weight stigma; weight-neutral approaches to health and fitness; and size inclusivity—with a strong overarching focus on health equity. Building on these successes, Zilber College aspires to expand its funding portfolio and establish multiple federally funded research centers to strengthen public health locally, nationally and globally.
As the only public research and access-mission institution in Wisconsin, the University of Wisconsin–Milwaukee is transforming the state and region by advancing equity through education and addressing societal issues through research, strategic re-invention and partnerships. UWM serves 24,000 students on three campuses and has the largest population of diverse students of any four-year campus in the state. The university is a leading contributor to Wisconsin’s workforce, providing highly skilled graduates in critical, high-demand areas. UWM has been named a top-tier research institution three times since attaining R1 status in 2016 and earned the Carnegie Foundation’s Community Engagement classification.
Job Summary
The University of Wisconsin–Milwaukee (UWM) seeks a visionary, entrepreneurial and collaborative academic leader to serve as the dean of the Joseph J. Zilber College of Public Health.
The next dean will articulate a vision and strategy for distinguishing Zilber College as a leading school of public health, charting a path for the college’s future. The dean will inspire excellence in teaching, research, practice and service, and foster community within the newly reorganized college.
As its chief executive and academic officer, the dean of the Joseph J. Zilber College of Public Health provides strategic leadership of the college and stewards the pursuit of its education, research and practice mission. Reporting directly to Provost and Vice Chancellor for Academic Affairs Andrew Daire, the dean is responsible for all instructional, research and outreach programs in the college, including a substantial community and public service component that is integral to the strength of the college and vital to the city of Milwaukee, the state of Wisconsin and beyond. The dean exercises responsibility for the college’s academic and administrative operations, including personnel, budget, programs, physical facilities, research, professional practice and educational programs.
Minimum Qualifications
  • Qualifications for appointment as a tenured full professor in the college.
  • An earned doctoral degree in public health or a related discipline.
Preferred Qualifications
  • Demonstrable commitment to and experience in research, teaching and public health or health-related practice. A successful record of research accomplishments and of securing extramural research funding.
  • Extensive experience working in or leading an institution in which diversity is an integral part of its mission and composition. Exemplary skill in communicating and collaborating with diverse groups. Evidence of engagement and leadership in advancing institutional diversity, equity and inclusion in prior roles.
  • Successful leadership experience as an academic administrator, including a record of recruiting and supporting the success of diverse faculty, staff and students, ideally in a school of public health, health professions or health-related academic programs.
  • Ability to build consensus and community among constituents. Successful experience establishing and stewarding collaborative relationships across diverse academic disciplines and administrative units as well as other internal, external and non-academic partners, including community organizations, funding agencies and other organizations.
  • Capacity to generate resources via diverse mechanisms, including through private philanthropy, federal and state agencies, and corporate or foundation partners.
  • Ability to assemble, inspire and manage highly effective teams. Demonstrated experience with strategic enrollment management, including student recruitment, retention and success. Sophisticated financial acumen and a record of successful budget, personnel and project management experience.
  • The interpersonal and communication skills to cultivate a productive, collaborative work environment that contributes to high morale and success. The ability to listen to and learn from others. Capacity to connect with diverse internal and external constituencies and audiences and to promote the agenda of the Zilber College of Public Health at UWM, in Milwaukee and beyond.
Target Salary Range Competitive & Commensurate with Experience
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 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
Application Instructions
Applications and nominations will remain confidential. Initial candidate screening will begin January 17, 2024, but review will continue until the position is filled. Applications received after this date may not receive full consideration. Applicants should provide a letter describing relevant experiences and interest in the position; curriculum vitae; and names of five references with titles, addresses, and e-mail addresses. Individuals who wish to nominate a candidate should submit a letter of nomination, including name, position, address, telephone number, and email address of the nominee.
Applications should be electronically submitted via PDF or MS Word to https://jobs.uwm.edu/postings/38115 .
Visit the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee website at https://uwm.edu and the Zilber College of Public Health website at https://uwm.edu/publichealth/ .
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.
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.
Application Deadline
Continuous (Open Until Filled?) Yes
If Continuous, Initial Review Date 02/02/2024
Position Contact Name Zoe Carballido
Contact Phone 414-251-9294
Contact Email [email protected]
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.
Legal Notices
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 [email protected] 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.
Job Categories Academic/Faculty Affairs, Alumni Affairs/Development, Dean/Director/Executive

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