4-H Associate Educator

University of Wisconsin Madison•Wausau, WI

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The 4-H Associate Educator is an integral part of the UW-Madison Division of Extension and works alongside the people of Wisconsin to improve lives and communities. This 4-H Associate Educator will primarily serve Marathon County. The primary focus will include: Outreach and promotion of the 4-H Community Club program, including expanding access to diverse youth and families Plan and coordinate programs for youth Support the development of new 4-H community clubs/groups Assist with general support of 4-H community clubs, groups, committees, and special events Collaborate with the Youth Development Team and other Extension Educators to support a positive youth experience Provide administrative support across various functions, including coordination of educational programs, managing correspondence, maintaining records, and performing data entry, including through the use of 4-H Online. Complete planning and reporting processes, and effectively communicate plans, activities, and outcomes to the 4-H Program Educator, Area Extension Director, Program Managers, partners, and other relevant stakeholders. The ideal candidate is adept at building and maintaining trust-based relationships, engaging partners, and applying an equity lens towards transforming lives and communities. 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. 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.

Requirements

At least two years of relevant work or volunteer experience in the area of youth programming
Strong interpersonal skills and demonstrated ability to build and maintain professional work environments
Experience managing multiple tasks, timelines, and schedules while maintaining high-quality work
Ability to communicate effectively using a variety of methods and technology
Demonstrated ability to effectively work with people from a wide range of backgrounds and perspectives
Have a valid driver's 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.

Nice To Haves

Experience working with adult volunteers or staff and program partners
Demonstrated success in developing, delivering, and evaluating educational programs for diverse audiences utilizing a variety of educational techniques, methods, and modes
Experience developing effective partnerships or coalitions with community partners and local governments

Responsibilities

Outreach and promotion of the 4-H Community Club program, including expanding access to diverse youth and families
Plan and coordinate programs for youth
Support the development of new 4-H community clubs/groups
Assist with general support of 4-H community clubs, groups, committees, and special events
Collaborate with the Youth Development Team and other Extension Educators to support a positive youth experience
Provide administrative support across various functions, including coordination of educational programs, managing correspondence, maintaining records, and performing data entry, including through the use of 4-H Online.
Complete planning and reporting processes, and effectively communicate plans, activities, and outcomes to the 4-H Program Educator, Area Extension Director, Program Managers, partners, and other relevant stakeholders.
Procures and maintains course materials and supplies
Tracks program evaluation and incorporates feedback for improvement
Teaches culturally relevant educational programs to adults and youth using learner-centered activities and lessons
Helps design marketing materials and promotions for programs
Provide administrative support across various functions, including managing correspondence, maintaining records, and performing data entry including through use of 4-H Online
Implements initiatives and events that serve the target audience