4-H Program Educator

University of Wisconsin Madison•Oshkosh, WI

16h•Onsite

About The Position

The 4-H Program Educator is part of the Division of Extension Wisconsin 4-H Program, which is housed within the Positive Youth Development (PYD) Institute. This position provides overall leadership and direction for a county-based 4-H program, encompassing three primary roles: Program Administration, Volunteer Management, and Education and Youth Advocacy. The specific time spent in each role depends on the needs of the county-based 4-H program. The main office for this position is in Oshkosh, WI, with a primary programming focus on Winnebago County, though some programming may extend to a broader geographical area. This position requires in-person work at a designated campus location and may involve occasional evening and weekend work to meet program needs. Employees are expected to arrange their own transportation for periodic in-state travel, and a valid driver's license and reliable transportation are required. The role also involves lifting up to 30 pounds with assistance.

Requirements

Demonstrated experience in programming and/or service delivery related to youth development
Demonstrated ability to effectively work with people from a wide range of backgrounds and perspectives
Demonstrated experience managing and/or supervising volunteers and/or staff
Ability to apply relevant policies, procedures and regulations including reporting requirements and risk and data management
Strong interpersonal skills and demonstrated ability to build and maintain professional work environments
Bachelors Degree in a field related to this position's focus
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.
Ability to lift 30 pounds with assistance.

Nice To Haves

Experience supporting youth development, educational, community-based, nonprofit, Extension, or volunteer-focused programs
Two years of experience leading, managing and/or evaluating educational programs
Ability to work cooperatively with other agencies, community-based services, or organizations to address educational needs.
Demonstrated ability to resolve conflict
Master Degree in a field related to this position's focus

Responsibilities

Provides leadership to the county 4-H program focused on expanding 4-H membership and ensuring quality membership experiences.
Responsible for assuring that all programs bearing the 4-H name and emblem are consistent with the purpose, vision, and values of the Wisconsin 4-H program including chartered 4-H clubs and groups.
Responsible for providing oversight for all 4-H programs in regard to policy and risk management.
Collaborates with other organizations to expand 4-H programming opportunities.
Manages volunteers that deliver 4-H programming.
Establishes and maintains a comprehensive 4-H volunteer development and management system that includes: identification, selection, orientation and training, utilization, recognition, and evaluation.
Provides ongoing coaching and support to volunteers in delivery of 4-H programs.
Ensures compliance with Wisconsin 4-H, UW-Madison Division of Extension, and USDA policies and procedures.
Utilizes a variety of delivery methods to provide resources and teach content in youth development, organization development, and volunteer development.
Serves as the connection to the educational resources of Wisconsin 4-H, UW-Madison Division of Extension, and the USDA.
Supports youth engagement and leadership in 4-H clubs, groups, programs, projects and activities.
Facilitates the positive development of young people through 4-H programs, projects and activities.
Leads the implementation of programs, policies, and procedures through oversight of day-to-day activities for program staff and student and community volunteers.
Identifies, promotes, and maintains external partnerships to support the outreach program.
Schedules and secures resources and communicates logistics in support of an outreach program.
Delivers outreach program content and materials to community members.
Communicates plans, activities, and achievements to the Area Extension Director, program managers, and any other relevant stakeholders.
Researches, develops, and facilitates outreach program content and materials.
Develops and evaluates curriculum and programs and provides recommendations for improvement.
May assist with the monitoring of outreach program budget spending.