Remote-Eligible Water Quality Outreach Specialist

University of Wisconsin-Madison; Madison (WI); Hybrid; USD 59,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Wisconsin–Madison Division of Extension is hiring an Agriculture Water Quality Outreach Specialist who will develop and deliver educational outreach aligned with Wisconsin's Nutrient Loss Reduction Strategy. The role focuses on translating research findings into accessible learning tools for farmers, advisors, and agency staff.

You will lead partnerships, develop curricula, deliver materials to stakeholders, perform statistical analyses on water quality data, and create clear

Qualifications

• 3+ years of relevant professional experience in agriculture, conservation, or related field.
• Ability to translate water quality and nutrient management concepts for diverse audiences through written materials and public speaking.
• Experience analyzing water quality data and creating visual representations, graphics and presentations.
• Proven ability to build trust and collaborate with farmers, conservationists, researchers and agency partners.
• Hands-on experience developing, coordinating, and delivering educational programs or curricula.

Responsibilities

• Identify, promote, and maintain external partnerships to support the outreach program.
• Lead program implementation and oversee day-to-day activities for staff and volunteers.
• Deliver outreach content and materials to community members and stakeholders.
• Perform statistical analysis on water quality data and create clear data visualizations for diverse audiences.
• Develop and facilitate outreach program content and materials; advise on curriculum improvements.
• Coordinate scheduling, resources, and logistics to support outreach activities.
• May assist with monitoring outreach program budget spending.

Skills

Data analysis

Data visualization

Science communication

Stakeholder engagement

Program delivery

Education

Master's degree

Tools

R/RStudio

Job description

The University of Wisconsin–Madison Division of Extension is hiring an Agriculture Water Quality Outreach Specialist who will develop and deliver educational outreach aligned with Wisconsin's Nutrient Loss Reduction Strategy. The role focuses on translating research findings into accessible learning tools for farmers, advisors, and agency staff.

You will lead partnerships, develop curricula, deliver materials to stakeholders, perform statistical analyses on water quality data, and create clear