Designs, installs, configures, tests, and maintains complex and
non-routine automation, hardware, AI-enabled systems, services,
agents, copilots, bot platforms, and associated equipment according
to customer specifications and unit objectives
Support AI infrastructure including cloud-based AI services,
automation platforms, data connections, and associated
technologies. Plans and coordinates system logistics, system
operational workflows, upgrades, and system security and affiliated
procedures
- Documents and disseminates deployed systems, system upgrades,
or changes to the appropriate entities according to established
policies and procedures.
- Establish and apply AI solutions that are scalable,
maintainable, supportable, and aligned with infrastructure
architecture standards. controls and operational practices
supporting the responsible, secure, and compliant operation of
university AI platforms and services.
- Evaluate AI tools and solutions for security, privacy,
accessibility, compliance, and institutional riskng AI-enabled
capabilities across university-supported hardware, software, and
cloud services, identifying opportunities for enhancement,
adoption, and strategic alignment.
- Participate in cross-functional committees, working groups, and
governance bodies focused on AI and technology innovation
- Maintain a comprehensive inventory of institutional AI tools,
agents, bots, copilots, automations, and AI-enabled services.
- Ensure proper documentation, ownership assignment, support
plans, maintenance schedules, lifecycle status, and operational
accountability for deployed solutions, develop training materials,
technical documentation, knowledge articles, and support
resources.
- Maintain awareness of higher education AI trends and regulatory
developments.
- Serve as a technical advocate for internal and operational
innovation, security, and practical applications of AI technologies
across the university.
Department:
Learning and Information Technology (LIT) is UW-Stout Polytechnic’s
steward of technology in support of education. We are committed to
providing and maintaining secure, high-quality, reliable, and
flexible solutions in alignment with UW-Stout Polytechnic mission
and vision.
The Infrastructure Services (IS) Department serves UW-Stout
Polytechnic's academic community by providing desktop management of
campus computers and computer labs, network file storage, email,
management and deployment of campus and lab-specific desktop
software, server management services for departments, and
authentication services. In addition, Technology and Networking
(T&N), in the Infrastructure Services Department provides the
campus voice and data network.
Additional Information:
Competitive salary commensurate with the qualifications and
experience.
The salary range for this position at UW-Stout is $54,000-$60,000.
The Universities of Wisconsin provides an excellent benefits
package, including participation in the Wisconsin State retirement
plan, demonstrating our commitment to the diverse needs of our
employees.
Employment is contingent upon the final candidate’s completing a
criminal background check and being cleared to work by the Human
Resources Office. Employment is also contingent upon the final
candidate passing reference checks and an essential job function
test, as applicable. The reference check process includes asking
the final candidates’ professional references questions regarding
employee misconduct, sexual violence, and sexual harassment.
Reference checks must be conducted at a minimum with three
professional references, at least one of which must be a prior
supervisor.
Final candidates with previous employment within the Universities
of Wisconsin and State of WI agencies will be subject to additional
reference checks.
Sponsorship is not available for this position. A successful
applicant will be responsible for ensuring eligibility for
employment in the United States on or before the effective date of
the appointment and maintain work authorization throughout the
expected employment term. Employees must be authorized to work in
the United States. If you have questions regarding this, please
contact our Human Resources office, Phone: 715.232.2149.
Required Qualifications:
- Associate’s degree or an equivalent combination of education
and work experience in a relevant field by employment start
date.
- Microsoft server administration experience in a physical or
virtual environment
- Ability to work with diverse clients to understand needs and
provide solutions and expertise
- Excellent communication, teamwork, and organizational
skills
Preferred Qualifications:
- Administering Office 365 and Azure Services
- Administering Microsoft Power Platform, Copilot Studio, Azure
AI services, or similar enterprise AI and automation platforms
- Working with Identity and Access Management Systems such as
OKTA and Entra ID
- Microsoft Defender for Cloud Apps
- Implementing and maintaining servers hosted in Microsoft
Azure
- Performing security and risk reviews of AI agents, connectors,
service accounts, and data sources
- Implementing data governance and protection controls using
technologies such as Microsoft Purview, sensitivity labels, data
loss prevention policies, retention controls, and data
classification
- Securing Windows servers in accordance with industry best
practices
- Scripting or use of similar technologies for automating
repetitive tasks
- Creating technical diagrams and documentation
How to Apply:
Complete applications received by end of day, November 4, 2026,
are ensured full consideration. Applications submitted after
this time may be reviewed at the discretion of the search
committee.
Required application materials :
1. Cover letter (* See below)
2. Resume
*
Please use your cover letter to speak to each of the Required
Qualifications for this position as listed above. For each required
qualification, describe your relevant experience, using specific
examples from your work history to illustrate how your experience
satisfies the requirement.
Applicants must complete all required fields and attach all
required documents prior to submitting the online
application.
Official transcripts may be required prior to an offer being
extended.
Note: Once you have attached your materials and submitted your
application, you will not be able to go into the system and change
them.
It is the policy of UW-Stout Polytechnic to provide reasonable
accommodation to qualified applicants with disabilities. If you
need assistance or accommodation in applying because of a
disability, please contact us using the information below.
Employment opportunities will not be denied because of the need to
make reasonable accommodation for a qualified individual with a
disability.
Contact Information:
For questions regarding this position or recruitment, please
contact:
Search Chair: Tom Janicki
Email: janickit@uwstout.edu
If you need assistance with the online application process or if
you submitted your application prior to uploading the required
application materials, please contact:
Search Coordinator: Lori Bergeron Sweitzer
Email: sweitzerl@uwstout.edu
Guidelines to ensure consideration:
- Applicants must complete all required fields and attach all
required application materials.
- Within your cover letter address each of the Minimum/Required
Qualifications specified for this position. For each required
qualification, describe your relevant experience, using specific
examples from your work history to illustrate how your experience
satisfies the requirement.
It is the policy of UW-Stout Polytechnic to provide reasonable
accommodation to qualified applicants with disabilities. If you
need assistance, or accommodation in applying because of a
disability, please contact us using the information below.
Employment opportunities will not be denied because of the need to
make reasonable accommodation for a qualified individual's
disability.
The Universities of Wisconsin provides an excellent benefits
package including participation in the Wisconsin State retirement
plan, demonstrating our commitment to the diverse needs of our
employees.
Employment is contingent upon the final candidate’s completing a
criminal background check and being cleared to work by the Human
Resources Office. Employment is also contingent upon the final
candidate passing reference checks and an essential job function
test, as applicable. The reference check process includes asking
the final candidates’ professional references questions regarding
employee misconduct, sexual violence, and sexual harassment.
Reference checks must be conducted at a minimum with three
professional references, at least one of which must be a prior
supervisor.
Final candidates with previous employment within the Universities
of Wisconsin and State of WI agencies will be subject to additional
reference checks.
In response to a public records request, the Universities of
Wisconsin will not reveal the identities of applicants who request
confidentiality in their online application, except that the
identity of the successful final candidate will be released. See
Wis.
Stat. sec. 19.36(7).
UW-Stout Polytechnic is committed to providing safety and security
of all members of our community in accordance with the Clery Act.
For campus safety information and crime statistics visit:
https://www.uwstout.edu/life-stout/police-and-parking/clery-information
UW is an Equal Opportunity Employer
Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment
without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation,
gender identity, national origin, age, pregnancy, disability,
status as a protected veteran, or any other bases protected by
applicable federal or State law and UW System policies. We are
committed to building a workforce that represents a variety of
backgrounds, perspectives, and skills, and encourage all qualified
individuals to apply.
