• Leads the implementation of programs, policies, and procedures through oversight of day-to-day activities for program staff and student and community volunteers

• Delivers outreach program content and materials to community members

• Researches, develops, and facilitates outreach program content and materials

• Identifies, promotes, and maintains external partnerships to support the outreach program

• Communicates plans, activities, and achievements to Program Managers, partners and relevant stakeholders

• Develops and evaluates curriculum and programs and provides recommendations for improvement

Department:

The Division of Extension, Natural Resources Institute, Wood County is hiring for a Natural Resources Water 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 Natural Resources Institute (https://naturalresources.extension.wisc.edu/) addresses today's critical environmental issues, particularly the sustainable management of food, water, and energy, by using collaborative, multidisciplinary approaches grounded in an understanding of human interactions with resources. We leverage our team of researchers and outreach specialists to provide science-based information and education, embodying the Wisconsin Idea through extensive partnerships. Ultimately, our mission is to empower individuals and communities to make informed decisions that benefit our shared natural resources through a variety of programs.

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 2 years work experience relevant to the programmatic responsibilities of the position
• Ability to communicate effectively (both in writing and verbally) using a variety of methods and technology,
• Demonstrated ability to effectively work with people from a wide range of backgrounds and perspectives
• Knowledge of water resources, watersheds, aquatic ecosystems, groundwater, water quality, conservation practices, and natural resource stewardship principles
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with community members, schools, government agencies, nonprofit organizations, and other stakeholders

Preferred Qualifications:

• A combination of at least 3 years of relevant work experience in the area of programming and service delivery such as water quality, civic engagement, adult education and outreach, organizational development and other collaborative, partner-accountable experiences
• Demonstrated success in developing, delivering, and evaluating educational programs for diverse audiences utilizing a variety of educational techniques, methods, and modes
• Experience planning, implementing, and/or evaluating civic engagement, leadership and organizational development, and watershed planning with community groups
• Knowledge of local, state, and federal water resource policies, programs, and regulations
• Familiarity with stormwater management, watershed protection, lake and stream ecology, groundwater management, or agricultural conservation practices
• Experience using GIS, data visualization, environmental monitoring tools, or field sampling techniques

Education:

Required Education

Bachelor's degree in a field that relates to the responsibilities of this position including but not limited to natural/water resource management, agriculture extension, hydrogeology, soil science, agronomy, rural sociology, environmental science, or other closely related fields

Preferred Education

A Master's degree in a field relevant to the programmatic responsibilities of the position

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/.

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. Additionally, UW-Madison cannot employ F-1 STEM OPT Extension participants, because UW-Madison does not meet the E-Verify employer requirement.

Application Deadline is October 18, 2026 at 11:59pm (CDT).

Contact Information:

• Sara Dawson
• 608-890-2629
• sara.dawson@wisc.edu
• Jen McNelly
• jennifer.mcnelly@wisc.edu

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.

To request a disability or pregnancy-related accommodation for any step in the hiring process (e.g., application, interview, pre-employment testing, etc.), please contact the Divisional Disability Representative (DDR) in the division you are applying to. Please make your request as soon as possible to help the university respond most effectively to you.

Employment may require a criminal background check. It may also require your references to answer questions regarding misconduct, including sexual violence and sexual harassment.

The University of Wisconsin System will not reveal the identities of applicants who request confidentiality in writing, except that the identity of the successful candidate will be released. See Wis. Stat. sec. 19.36(7).

The Annual Security and Fire Safety Report contains current campus safety and disciplinary policies, crime statistics for the previous 3 calendar years, and on-campus student housing fire safety policies and fire statistics for the previous 3 calendar years. UW-Madison will provide a paper copy upon request; please contact the University of Wisconsin Police Department.

• Leads the implementation of programs, policies, and procedures through oversight of day-to-day activities for program staff and student and community volunteers

• Delivers outreach program content and materials to community members

• Researches, develops, and facilitates outreach program content and materials

• Identifies, promotes, and maintains external partnerships to support the outreach program

• Communicates plans, activities, and achievements to Program Managers, partners and relevant stakeholders

• Develops and evaluates curriculum and programs and provides recommendations for improvement

Department:

The Division of Extension, Natural Resources Institute, Wood County is hiring for a Natural Resources Water 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 Natural Resources Institute (https://naturalresources.extension.wisc.edu/) addresses today's critical environmental issues, particularly the sustainable management of food, water, and energy, by using collaborative, multidisciplinary approaches grounded in an understanding of human interactions with resources. We leverage our team of researchers and outreach specialists to provide science-based information and education, embodying the Wisconsin Idea through extensive partnerships. Ultimately, our mission is to empower individuals and communities to make informed decisions that benefit our shared natural resources through a variety of programs.

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 2 years work experience relevant to the programmatic responsibilities of the position
• Ability to communicate effectively (both in writing and verbally) using a variety of methods and technology,
• Demonstrated ability to effectively work with people from a wide range of backgrounds and perspectives
• Knowledge of water resources, watersheds, aquatic ecosystems, groundwater, water quality, conservation practices, and natural resource stewardship principles
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with community members, schools, government agencies, nonprofit organizations, and other stakeholders

Preferred Qualifications:

• A combination of at least 3 years of relevant work experience in the area of programming and service delivery such as water quality, civic engagement, adult education and outreach, organizational development and other collaborative, partner-accountable experiences
• Demonstrated success in developing, delivering, and evaluating educational programs for diverse audiences utilizing a variety of educational techniques, methods, and modes
• Experience planning, implementing, and/or evaluating civic engagement, leadership and organizational development, and watershed planning with community groups
• Knowledge of local, state, and federal water resource policies, programs, and regulations
• Familiarity with stormwater management, watershed protection, lake and stream ecology, groundwater management, or agricultural conservation practices
• Experience using GIS, data visualization, environmental monitoring tools, or field sampling techniques

Education:

Required Education

Bachelor's degree in a field that relates to the responsibilities of this position including but not limited to natural/water resource management, agriculture extension, hydrogeology, soil science, agronomy, rural sociology, environmental science, or other closely related fields

Preferred Education

A Master's degree in a field relevant to the programmatic responsibilities of the position

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/.

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. Additionally, UW-Madison cannot employ F-1 STEM OPT Extension participants, because UW-Madison does not meet the E-Verify employer requirement.

Application Deadline is October 18, 2026 at 11:59pm (CDT).

Contact Information:

• Sara Dawson
• 608-890-2629
• sara.dawson@wisc.edu
• Jen McNelly
• jennifer.mcnelly@wisc.edu

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.

To request a disability or pregnancy-related accommodation for any step in the hiring process (e.g., application, interview, pre-employment testing, etc.), please contact the Divisional Disability Representative (DDR) in the division you are applying to. Please make your request as soon as possible to help the university respond most effectively to you.

Employment may require a criminal background check. It may also require your references to answer questions regarding misconduct, including sexual violence and sexual harassment.

The University of Wisconsin System will not reveal the identities of applicants who request confidentiality in writing, except that the identity of the successful candidate will be released. See Wis. Stat. sec. 19.36(7).

The Annual Security and Fire Safety Report contains current campus safety and disciplinary policies, crime statistics for the previous 3 calendar years, and on-campus student housing fire safety policies and fire statistics for the previous 3 calendar years. UW-Madison will provide a paper copy upon request; please contact the University of Wisconsin Police Department.