Key Job Responsibilities:

• Teaches culturally relevant educational programs to adults and youth using learner-centered activities and lessons

• Tracks program evaluation and incorporates feedback for improvement

• Procures and maintains course materials and supplies

• Implements initiatives and events that serve the target audience

• Helps design marketing materials and promotions for programs

Department:

The Division of Extension, Positive Youth Development Institute, is hiring for an Outreach Associate Non-Exempt.

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 starting hourly rate for the position is $18.91 per hour 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:

• Ability to teach interactive lessons to youth and adults in groups settings
• Strong interpersonal skills and demonstrated ability to build and maintain professional work environments
• Demonstrated ability to effectively work with people from a wide range of backgrounds and perspectives
• Experience providing administrative, program, event, or office support in a professional setting.
• Demonstrated ability to organize multiple projects, priorities, and deadlines while maintaining attention to detail.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience supporting youth development, educational, community-based, nonprofit, Extension, or volunteer-focused programs
• Experience working with 4-H, Cooperative Extension, youth organizations, schools, camps, or similar programs.
• Experience planning, coordinating, or supporting meetings, workshops, trainings, events, or educational programs.
• Experience using enrollment, registration, event management, or customer relationship management (CRM) systems.
• Experience creating newsletters, social media content, marketing materials, or website updates.

Education:

Required Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Preferred Education

Bachelor's degree

How to Apply:

We are eager to learn more about how your experience and passion may align with this position. To begin the application process, click the "apply now" button. You will be prompted to upload the following documents:

• Resume
• Letter of Qualifications (cover letter)

Please note when applying, there will be only one attachment field. You must upload all your documents in the attachment field. Please submit a cover letter referring to your work experience and a resume detailing your educational and professional background as it relates to this position. Your cover letter should communicate your interest in the position and how your skillset aligns with the role. The application reviewers will be relying on written application materials to determine who may advance to preliminary interviews. Failure to upload all required materials may result in your application not being considered.

For additional guidance and resources on how to tailor your application materials to the job posting, please click https://extension.wisc.edu/careers/.

This position has been identified as a position of trust with access to vulnerable populations. The selected candidate will be required to pass an initial caregiver check to be eligible for employment under the Wisconsin Caregiver Law and then every two years.

Please note that successful applicants are responsible for ensuring their eligibility to work in the United States (i.e. a citizen or national of the United States, a lawful permanent resident, a foreign national authorized to work in the United States without need of employer sponsorship) on or before the effective date of appointment.

Application Deadline is September 2, 2026 at 11:59pm (CDT).

Contact Information:

• Sara Dawson
• sara.dawson@wisc.edu
• 608-890-2629
• Kari Weiss
• kari.weiss@wisc.edu

Relay Access (WTRS): 7-1-1. See RELAY_SERVICE for further information.

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