4-H Program Educator

University of Wisconsin; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 55,000 - 67,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Vacation & holidays

Retirement benefits

Insurance

Job summary

University of Wisconsin–Madison is seeking an Outreach Specialist within the Division of Extension’s 4-H Program. The role leads county-based 4-H efforts, coordinating program administration, volunteer management, and youth advocacy.

The position focuses on growing connections between local communities and UW resources, with on-site county services and occasional after-hours work. Bachelor's degree required; experience with youth programs preferred.

Qualifications

• Experience working with youth in programming and volunteer management.
• Experience supporting youth development, Extension, or volunteer programs.
• Experience using enrollment, event management, or CRM systems.
• Experience creating newsletters, social content, or marketing materials.

Responsibilities

• Schedules and secures resources and communicates logistics in support of an outreach program.
• Researches, develops, and facilitates outreach program content and materials.
• Identifies, promotes, and maintains external partnerships to support the outreach program.
• May assist with monitoring outreach program budget spending.
• Develops and evaluates curriculum and programs and provides recommendations for improvement.
• Delivers outreach program content and materials to community members.
• Leads implementation of programs, policies, and procedures through supervision of staff and volunteers.

Skills

Youth program mgmt

Volunteer management

Youth development

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Tools

CRM systems

Job description

Current Employees:

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Job Category:

Academic Staff

Employment Type:

Regular

Job Profile:

Outreach Specialist

Job Summary:

Buffalo County is located in Western Wisconsin along the scenic Mississippi River. Our rural landscape poses a great atmosphere for our communities and our youth. This position, housed in the Positive Youth Development Institute, is a great opportunity to grow connections between the area's strengths and the community as a whole.

The 4-H Program Educator is a part of the Division of Extension Wisconsin 4-H Program, which is housed within the Positive Youth Development (PYD) Institute. The 4-H Program Educator provides overall leadership and direction for a county-based 4-H program. This position includes three primary roles: 1) Program Administration, 2) Volunteer Management, 3) Education and Youth Advocacy

County Location:

The main office for this position is located in Alma, WI and the primary programming focus is Buffalo County; however, some programming may also be conducted over a broader geographical area.

In Person:

It is anticipated this position requires work be performed in-person, onsite, at a designated campus work location.

Evening/Weekend Work:

This position may be required to work occasional nights and weekends to meet the program needs and priorities of the communities served.

Travel Expectations:

It is expected that employees will make individual arrangements for transportation adequate to meet position responsibilities and essential job functions.

Applicants are required to: Have a valid drivers license and a reliable source of independent transportation for periodic in-state work travel, and/or comply with requirements for UW-Madison vehicle use authorization.

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to lift 15-20 pounds with assistance
• Endure standing for periods of time
• Ability work outside, particularly at the local county fair

Key Job Responsibilities:

• Schedules and secures resources and communicates logistics in support of an outreach program
• Researches, develops, and facilitates outreach program content and materials
• Identifies, promotes, and maintains external partnerships to support the outreach program
• May assist with the monitoring of outreach program budget spending
• Develops and evaluates curriculum and programs and provides recommendations for improvement
• Delivers outreach program content and materials to community members
• Leads the implementation of programs, policies, and procedures through oversight of day-to-day activities for program staff and student and community volunteers

Department:

About Extension:

Extension embodies the Wisconsin Idea by developing and connecting the research and educational resources of UW–Madison with residents and communities to address local, statewide, and national issues. We teach, learn, lead and serve, transforming lives and communities.

About the Institute:

The Extension Institute of Positive Youth Development prepares the youth of today to become the effective, empathic adults of tomorrow. Our research-based youth enrichment programs like teens in governance build youth and adult capacity that help both sides grow. 4-H clubs, camps and afterschool programs give young people the hands-on experiences they need to develop an understanding of themselves and the world.

Compensation:

The minimum annual (12 months) starting Salary for the position is $60,795 but is negotiable based on experience and qualifications

Benefits:

• generous vacation, holidays, and paid time off
• competitive insurances and savings accounts
• retirement benefits

Required Qualifications:

• Experience working with youth, particularly in a programming capacity, as well as volunteer management.
• Experience supporting youth development, educational, Extension, or volunteer-focused programs.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience using enrollment, registration, event management, or customer relationship management (CRM) systems.
• Experience creating newsletters, social media content, marketing materials, or website updates.

Education:

Bachelor's Degree

Contact Information:

Michele Blakeman (Human Resources)

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[phone]

Kari Weiss (Hiring Manager)

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[phone]

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The University of Wisconsin‑Madison fulfills its public mission by creating a welcoming and inclusive community for people from every background - people who as students, faculty, and staff serve Wisconsin and the world.

The University of Wisconsin‑Madison is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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