"Horticulture Outreach Coordinator"

Job Details

Salary:
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Job Category: Academic Staff

Employment Type: Regular

Job Profile: Outreach Program Coordinator

Job Summary:

This grant-funded position for three years, supports the Horticulture Extension Educator in delivering the UW–Madison Digital Badge courses Gardening 101 and Greenhouse Training 101 for participants at the Sturtevant Transitional facility. The role includes coordinating all aspects of program delivery, maintaining effective communication between the transitional facility staff and Extension Educator, and provides direct support to participants to ensure successful completion of the coursework.

County Location

The main office for this position is located at Sturtevant Transitional Facility (9351 Rayne Rd, Sturtevant, WI); 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 work location.

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.

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to lift 50 pounds to shoulder height

Key Job Responsibilities:

• Schedules and secures logistics and resources in support of an outreach program
• Identifies, promotes, and maintains internal and external partnerships to promote the outreach program
• Identifies opportunities for program improvement or new outreach program development
• Directs the implementation of program policies and procedures
• Schedules day-to-day activities for program staff and student and community volunteers

Department:

About Extension

UW-Madison’s Division of Extension serves the people and communities of Wisconsin by addressing local, statewide and national issues, improving lives through research-based education, fostering partnerships and action, and facilitating positive impacts.

About the Institute

The UW-Madison Division of Extension Agriculture Institute addresses emerging issues related to Wisconsin’s agriculture and horticulture systems with research-based outreach to advance economically sustainable, socially responsible, and environmentally sound practices.

Compensation:

Well-qualified candidates can anticipate earning between $60,000 - $70,000. Actual pay within this range will depend on experience and qualifications.

Pro-rated Salary

This is a part-time position, which means actual salary earned will be prorated based on FTE (full-time status). At 50% FTE, the person hired can expect to receive 50% of the advertised salary. Please note that some benefits such as paid time off will be prorated by appointment percentage.

Benefits:

Employees in this position can expect to receive benefits such as generous vacation, holidays, and paid time off; competitive insurances and savings accounts; retirement benefits. Benefits information can be found at (https://hr.wisc.edu/benefits/)

Required Qualifications:

• 2 years of professional experience or equivalent relevant experience in adult education, administration or program support.
• Strong communication and organization skills.
• Strong time management, multitasking, and prioritization.
• Proficient in MS Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook) and databases.
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Relevant experience in horticulture, greenhouse, gardening
• Experience working in correctional, transitional, or re‑entry programs

Education:

Required Education

Associate Degree in adult education or relevant field

Preferred Education

Bachelors Degree in adult education or relevant field

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" button. You will be prompted to upload the following documents:

• Resume
• Letter of Qualifications (cover letter)

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.

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

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 Wednesday, March 4, 2026 at 11:59pm (CST).