Director for Center Civil Dialogue and Civic Engagement

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Director for the Center for Civil Dialogue and Civic Engagement

Limited

Regular

Student Affairs Director (C)

The Director of the Center for Civil Dialogue and Civic Engagement (CDCE) at UWL provides strategic leadership in advancing campus-wide initiatives that foster belonging, inclusive excellence, civil dialogue, and principles related to civil rights. The Director will oversee the daily operations of the CDCE, supervise and develop the Program Manager and student staff, and manage the budget. The role collaborates with key campus partners to promote free expression and inclusion and advocates for policies that foster a supportive environment for all members of the campus community.

Through data‑driven strategies, the Director works to create a culture that supports student success and prepares individuals to thrive in diverse workplaces, communities, and relationships.

• Provide opportunities for teaching, learning, and practicing positive intellectual inquiry, academic freedom, freedom of expression, and fostering belonging for all individuals.
• Foster an inclusive environment where diverse perspectives are valued.
• Integrate civil discourse into orientations, workshops, and classroom settings to promote democracy and strengthen a resilient campus community.
• Lead programming and initiatives that ensures compliance with Regent Board Policy 4‑21.
• Work with key stakeholders to address harm and support impacted communities by serving on the Joint Campus Climate and Belonging Committee.
• Participate as a UW‑La Crosse staff liaison in the Universities of Wisconsin's Office of Civic Engagement.

• Analyze operations and recommend improvements to optimize efficiency.
• Oversee the budget, including preparing and submitting requests to the Academic Initiatives Differential Allocation Committee, and ensuring compliance with external sources of funding.
• Conduct end‑of‑year reports and present findings to campus partners.
• Other duties as assigned, reflective of unit and divisional mission and values.

• Collaborate with campus leadership, Institutional Research, Assessment, and Planning (IRAP), and other campus partners to develop and implement campus climate research.
• Coordinate analysis of research and assessment efforts. Propose data‑driven action steps to the Chancellor’s cabinet and campus stakeholders to foster a welcoming environment that embraces individuals from all backgrounds and experiences.
• Work with key stakeholders to address harm and support impacted communities by serving on the Joint Campus Climate and Belonging Committee.
• Serve as co‑lead on the Bias Support and Education Team (BSET) to advance anti‑bias programming.
• Analyze and disseminate findings to appropriate stakeholders. Review data for trends and collaborate to improve campus climate.

• Supervise and support CDCE staff to empower and provide updates.
• Develop and maintain a comprehensive CDCE staff handbook.
• Promote professional development opportunities for staff.
• Convene regular staff meetings and training to foster communication and team cohesion.

• Develop, facilitate, and assess educational training programs focused on campus access and belonging across classrooms, residence halls, and departments, promoting awareness, embracing differences, and fostering essential skills for inclusive excellence and building a global workforce.
• Organize annual training related to civil discourse protocols aimed at faculty and staff.
• Curate and implement learning opportunities on various topics related to civil dialogue and free expression to build a common understanding and foster a resilient campus community.
• Research best practices for institutional and educational programs to make recommendations to administration.
• Collaborate with other UWL divisions and departments on…