Program Manager for Center of Civil Dialogue and Civic Engagement

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Program Manager for the Center of Civil Dialogue and Civic Engagement

Academic Staff

Regular

Student Affairs Manager

The Program Manager for the Center for Civil Dialogue and Civic Engagement (CDCE) at UWL manages the daily operations of CDCEprograms, services, and events. Reporting to the Director, the Program Manager develops and implements educational programmingfocused on fostering belonging, community engagement, andcross-cultural understanding. Responsibilities include collaborating with student groups, organizing community-building events, supporting campus climate initiatives, and supervising student staff.

In this role, the Program Manager will collaborate and coordinate with university departments and community partners to ensure alignment with UWL’smission of supporting student success. This position emphasizesresponsiveness to campus needs, enhancing cross-campuscollaborations, and contributing to assessments for continuousprogram improvement.

The review of applications starts on September 14, 2026
.Applications received on or before September 14th are prioritized and review will continue until the position(s) is/arefilled. Initial interviews will be conducted virtually, with shortlisted candidates invited to campus.

UW-La Crosse does not offer H-1B or other work authorization visa sponsorship for this position. Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States at the time of hire and maintain work authorization throughout the employment term. If youhave questions regarding this, please contact Human Resources at.

• Oversee and maintain CDCE website, social media, and marketing materials.
• Assist the director with essential reports including End ofYear and AIDAC reports.
• Provide support to review financial needs and provide insightfor budget planning and management. This may include assisting CDCEDirector by preparing and monitoring budgets, processing purchase orders for supplies and services, managing invoices and payments and reconciling financial records.
• Other duties as assigned, reflective of unit and divisionalmission and values.

• Create educational materials and coordinate experiences thatemphasize exposure to different perspectives, promote civildialogue, and empower students civically. Encourage critical thinking while building essential skills like communication,problem-solving, and mutual respect.
• Design and deliver programs, workshops, and presentations thathelp participants navigate complex topics, foster a sense of belonging, and support student success.
• Manage Campus Thread, a free clothing closet for students,overseeing initiatives that promote career readiness and prepare students for life and work after college.
• Collaborate with the CDCE Director to advocate for policyrevisions informed by data-driven insights and current trends fromrelevant sources.
• Manage assessments for events and programs, including reporting results to campus leadership, partners, and stakeholders.
• Assist in the evaluation of CDCE programming to ensureeffectiveness and alignment with strategic goals.

• Collaborate with the CDCE Director to design and lead campus-wide programs and events in partnership with faculty, staff,and student organizations.
• Provide structured guidance for community-building and training programs for campus partners.
• Support the CDCE Director in aligning campus climate priorities with broader division initiatives.
• Lead divisional programming…