Human Development and Relationships Educator

University of Wisconsin-Madison; Sturgeon Bay (WI); On-site; USD 55,000 - 67,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Wisconsin–Madison is seeking an Outreach Specialist to support educational programs across aging, caregiving, and end-of-life topics. The role builds coalitions, leads networks of professionals, and delivers research-based community education to strengthen families and caregivers.

The position is based in Door County with in-person requirements and a flexible schedule, offering strong benefits and collaboration with university researchers and local partners.

Qualifications

• At least two years of relevant educational programming experience.
• Experience developing partnerships or coalitions with community partners.
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to maintain professional environments.
• Experience managing multiple tasks, timelines, and schedules.
• Ability to communicate effectively using various methods and technology.
• Ability to work with people from diverse backgrounds.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Partnerships

Interpersonal skills

Multitasking

Communication

Diversity experience

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Job Profile: Outreach Specialist

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Job Category: Academic Staff

Employment Type: Regular

Job Profile: Outreach Specialist

Job Summary

This position will support people across the lifespan by delivering and evaluating educational programs and resources related to aging, family caregiving, and end-of-life programming. It will foster community readiness and capacity to support older adults and family caregivers by building and strengthening coalitions and leading networks of professionals to engage in policy, systems, and environment efforts to create age and caregiver-friendly environments. This position will also be engaged with research-based community education programs and resources that strengthen parent knowledge and skills and provide training to family-serving professionals, including the early care and education workforce. The successful candidate will be tasked with maintaining collaborative relationships that have been built with local agencies that serve older adults and family caregivers. As part of our Institute, the Educator will engage in research with state specialists on campus and other Educators across Wisconsin. Learn more about our work at:https://extension.wisc.edu/family. This position provides a flexible work schedule, great benefits, and thoughtful, passionate colleagues within Door County and across Wisconsin. If you are looking for a career that makes a positive impact on individuals, families, and communities, please consider joining our team!

County Location

The main office for this position is located in Sturgeon Bay, WI and the primary programming focus is in Door 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 county 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. Read more about UW-Madison Driver Authorization. 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.

Key Job Responsibilities

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

Department

Division of Extension, Human Development & Relationships Institute, Door County is hiring for a Human Development and Relationships Educator.

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 Human Development & Relationships provides the tools Wisconsinites need to thrive as well-rounded, capable individuals and families. We support families in caring for each other in ways that foster growth and understanding. Our programs promote aging-friendly environments, coach effective parents, empower families to become more financially aware, and help families to thrive.

Compensation

The minimum annual (12 months) starting Salary for the position is $60,795 but is negotiable based on experience and qualifications. This position offers a comprehensive benefits package, including generous paid time off, competitively priced health/dental/vision/life insurance, tax-advantaged savings accounts, and participation in the nationally recognized Wisconsin Retirement System (WRS) pension fund. Please review the summary of benefits for more information.

Required Qualifications

• At least two years of experience relevant to the educational programming and service delivery of the position
• Demonstrated experience developing effective partnerships or coalitions with community partners and local governments.
• Strong interpersonal skills and demonstrated ability to build and maintain professional work environments.
• Experience managing multiple tasks, timelines, and schedules while maintaining high quality work.
• Ability to communicate effectively using a variety of methods and technology.
• Demonstratedability to effectively work with people from a wide range of backgrounds and perspectives.

Preferred Qualifications

• At least five years of work or lived experience relevant to the programmatic responsibilities of the position.
• Demonstrated success in developing, delivering, and evaluating educational programs for different audiences utilizing a variety of educational techniques, methods, and modes.
• Demonstrated skill in interpreting, utilizing, and applying evidence-based information and research findings to the benefit of program participants and the community.

Education

Required Education

A bachelor's degree related to the position's area of focus

Application Deadline is November 16, 2026 at 11:59pm (CST).

Contact Information

Sara Dawson
[e-mail]
608-890-2629
Jayna Hintz
[e-mail]
Relay Access (WTRS): 7-1-1. See RELAY_SERVICE for further information.

Institutional Statement on Diversity

Diversity is a source of strength, creativity, and innovation for UW-Madison. We value the contributions of each person and respect the profound ways their identity, culture, background, experience, status, abilities, and opinion enrich the university community. We commit ourselves to the pursuit of excellence in teaching, research, outreach, and diversity as inextricably linked goals.

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

Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to, including but not limited to, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, pregnancy, disability, or status as a protected veteran and other bases as defined by federal regulations and UW System policies. We promote excellence by acknowledging skills and expertise from all backgrounds and encourage all qualified individuals to apply. For more information regarding applicant and employee rights and to view federal and state required postings, visit the Human Resources Workplace Poster website.

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