4-H Administrative Support Associate

University of Wisconsin Madison•Baldwin, WI

1d•$48,107•Onsite

About The Position

The 4-H Administrative Support Associate is a part time position (at 80% FTE) working in and throughout both Pierce and St. Croix Counties. The position will assist with planning, communicating, and organizing 4-H events and activities and building awareness of 4-H Outreach programs through marketing to new audiences and helping to provide positive youth development experience in order to retain new and previous participants in 4-H programs. The position will work closely with both of the county 4-H Program Educators. The individual in this position will also be essential in developing and sustaining community partnerships that support programming. County Location The main office for this position will be located in either Ellsworth or Baldwin, WI. The final position location is flexible and will be determined based on programmatic needs, successful candidate’s preferences, and availability of suitable space. Some work 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 campus work location. Evening/Weekend Work This position may be required to work occasional nights and weekends to meet the program needs and priorities of the communities served. Physical Requirements Ability to carry educational equipment, up to 25 lbs. Department: 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 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 and partnerships 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. Additional Department Details St. Croix and Pierce Counties are located in Western Wisconsin. They house a variety of diverse lifestyles, opportunities and people. Our Extension programming is in support of those needs. Compensation: The minimum annual (12 months) starting salary for the position is $48,107 but is negotiable based 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 80% FTE, the person hired can expect to receive 80% 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/ )

Requirements

Strong interpersonal skills and demonstrated ability to build and maintain professional work environments
Highly organized, pays attention to detail, takes initiative and follows through on tasks that are required of them for programming purposes.
Demonstrated ability to effectively work with people from a wide range of backgrounds and perspectives
Demonstrated commitment to Extension’s values of equity and social justice to support opportunities and outcomes for youth, families, and communities
Ability to carry educational equipment, up to 25 lbs
High school diploma or equivalent

Nice To Haves

Experience managing multiple tasks, timelines, and schedules while maintaining high quality work
Ability to work cooperatively with other agencies and community-based organizations
Bachelor's degree

Responsibilities

Assists, recommends, and advises staff on unit or program administrative issues, personnel matters, and budgetary problems
Implements and executes established policies and procedures for a designated work unit to adhere to unit objectives and to align with established strategies
Schedules logistics and secures resources for a designated work unit to contribute to the day-to-day operational success
Analyzes data and trends, compiles progress reports, and provides appropriate recommendations or conclusions in support of the assigned operational work unit(s)
Serves on committees and attends meetings, representing the interests of the unit or program