4-H Associate Educator

University of Wisconsin Madison • Stevens Point, WI

9d • Onsite

About The Position

The Associate 4-H Program 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 Associate 4-H Program Educator will primarily serve Portage 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 in school, after school, and 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 community collaborators, and applying an equity lens towards transforming lives and communities. The main office for this position is located in Stevens Point, WI and the primary programming focus is Portage County; however, some programming may also be conducted over a broader geographical area. It is anticipated this position requires work be performed in-person, onsite, at a designated campus work location. This position may be required to work occasional nights and weekends to meet the program needs and priorities of the communities served. It is expected that employees will make individual arrangements for transportation adequate to meet position responsibilities and essential job functions.

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 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.
• High school diploma or equivalent

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 collaborative relationships or coalitions with community partners and local governments
• Bachelor's degree preferred

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 in school, after school, and 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
• Provide administrative support across various functions, including managing correspondence, maintaining records, and performing data entry including through use of 4-H Online
• Tracks program evaluation and incorporates feedback for improvement
• Implements initiatives and events that serve the target audience
• Procures and maintains course materials and supplies
• Teaches culturally relevant educational programs to adults and youth using learner-centered activities and lessons
• Helps design marketing materials and promotions for programs

Benefits

• Generous paid time off
• Competitively priced health/dental/vision/life insurance
• Tax-advantaged savings accounts
• Participation in the nationally recognized Wisconsin Retirement System (WRS) pension fund

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED