Procedure for Candidacy

The executive search firm WittKieffer is assisting UW-Stevens Point in the search for its next Chancellor. 

Inquiries, nominations, and applications are invited and should be sent to WittKieffer’s consultants John Thornburgh and Elizabeth Bohan at UWSPChancellor@wittkieffer.com. 

For formal consideration, applicants should submit materials including the following: 

1. a letter of application addressing the leadership opportunities and qualifications articulated within
   the search prospectus; 
2. a curriculum vitae or resume; and 
3. a list of at least five references with contact information. 

The position will remain open until filled. Complete applications received by August 1, 2020, are assured full consideration. Nominations and expressions of interest will be treated in confidence. References will not be contacted without prior knowledge and approval of candidates. The university will not reveal the identities of applicants who request confidentiality in writing, except as required by Wis. Stat. § 19.36(7) which requires disclosure of those identified as final candidates for position of Chancellor. Employment will require a criminal background check. It will also require applicants and references to answer questions regarding sexual violence and harassment. The material presented in this leadership profile should be relied on for informational purposes only. This material has been copied, compiled, or quoted in part from University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point documents and personal interviews and is believed to be reliable. While every effort has been made to ensure the accuracy of this information, the original source documents and factual situations govern. All images and logos used in this leadership profile were attained from University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point and are owned by UW System. 

AAEEO statement
The University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, status as a protected veteran, or status as a qualified individual with a disability. UW-Stevens Point values diversity and inclusion as supported by our mission, “Through the discovery, dissemination and application of knowledge, UW-Stevens Point fosters intellectual growth, provides a broad-based education, models community engagement and prepares students for success in a diverse and sustainable world.”

Individuals with disabilities who need a reasonable accommodation during the application or interview process should contact Human Resources and Affirmative Action at 715-346-2606 or hr@uwsp.edu. 

The safety and success of students, faculty, and staff at the University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point is paramount. The Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act requires the distribution of an annual security report to all current and prospective students, faculty, and staff. You may obtain the complete report at www.uwsp.edu/dos/clery/Documents/ASR-ASFR.pdf.

The University of Wisconsin System will not reveal the identities of applicants who request confidentiality in writing, except that the identities of finalists must be revealed upon request. See Wis. Stat. §. 19.36(7).​