"4-H Program Educator"

Job Details

Salary: The minimum annual (12 months) starting salary for the position is $59,603 but is negotiable based on experience and qualifications. This is a part-time position, which means actual salary earned will be prorated based on FTE.

Job Category: Academic Staff

Employment Type: Regular

Job Profile: Outreach Specialist

Job Duties: The 4-H Program Educator is part of the Division of Extension Wisconsin 4-H Program, which engages over 24,000 youth members and 8,000 adult volunteer leaders. The role includes Program Administration, Volunteer Management, and Education and Youth Advocacy.

• Program Administration: Provides leadership to expand 4-H membership, ensures programs align with 4-H values, oversees policy and risk management, and cultivates partnerships.
• Volunteer Management: Manages volunteers, establishes a comprehensive system for volunteer development, provides coaching, and ensures compliance with policies.
• Education and Youth Advocacy: Utilizes delivery methods for youth development content, serves as a connection to educational resources, supports youth engagement, and facilitates positive youth development.

County Location: Main office in Marinette, WI, with primary focus on Marinette County; some programming may extend broader.

In Person: Position requires work in-person, onsite at a designated campus location.

Evening/Weekend Work: May require occasional nights and weekends.

Travel Expectations: Requires a valid driver's license and reliable transportation for in-state travel.

Key Job Responsibilities:

• Communicates plans and achievements to stakeholders.
• Delivers outreach program content.
• Researches and develops program content.
• Maintains external partnerships.
• Evaluates and improves curriculum.
• Assists with budget monitoring.
• Schedules resources and leads program implementation.

About Extension: UW-Madison’s Division of Extension addresses issues through research-based education.

About the Institute: The Extension Institute of Positive Youth Development focuses on youth enrichment programs.

Compensation: Benefits include vacation, holidays, insurances, and retirement.

Required Qualifications: Demonstrated experience in youth development, strong interpersonal skills, effective communication, and ability to work with diverse backgrounds.

Preferred Qualifications: Two years of program leadership experience, volunteer management, conflict resolution, and policy application.

Education: Required: Bachelor's Degree; Preferred: Master's Degree in a related field.

How to Apply: Submit a resume and letter of qualifications via the application process.