4-H Program Educator

About this role

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Job Category: Academic Staff

Employment Type: Regular

Job Profile: Outreach Specialist

Job Summary: Buffalo County is located in Western Wisconsin along the scenic Mississippi River. Our rural landscape poses a great atmosphere for our communities and our youth. This position, housed in the Positive Youth Development Institute, is a great opportunity to grow connections between the area's strengths and the community as a whole.

The 4-H Program Educator is a part of the Division of Extension Wisconsin 4-H Program, which is housed within the Positive Youth Development (PYD) Institute. The 4-H Program Educator provides overall leadership and direction for a county-based 4-H program. This position includes three primary roles:1) Program Administration, 2) Volunteer Management, 3) Education and Youth Advocacy

County Location

The main office for this position is located in Alma, WI and the primary programming focus is Buffalo County; however, some programming 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.

Travel Expectations

It is expected that employees will make individual arrangements for transportation adequate to meet position responsibilities and essential job functions.   Read more about UW-Madison Driver Authorization.

Applicants are required to: 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.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to lift 15-20 pounds with assistance • Endure standing for periods of time • Ability work outside, particularly at the local county fair

Key Job Responsibilities: • Schedules and secures resources and communicates logistics in support of an outreach program

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

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

• May assist with the monitoring of outreach program budget spending

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

• Delivers outreach program content and materials to community members

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

Department: 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 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 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.

Compensation: The minimum annual (12 months) starting Salary for the position is $60,795 but is negotiable based on experience and qualifications

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/ )

Required Qualifications: • Experience working with youth, particularly in a programming capacity, as well as volunteer management. • Experience supporting youth development, educational, Extension, or volunteer-focused programs.

Preferred Qualifications: • Experience using enrollment, registration, event management, or customer relationship management (CRM) systems. • Experience creating newsletters, social media content, marketing materials, or website updates.

Education: Bachelor's Degree

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 fiel d . 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. 

​Application Deadline is September 2, 2026 at 11:59pm (CDT).

Contact Information: Michele Blakeman (Human Resources) michele.blakeman@wisc.edu (60

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