Associate Extension Educator

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Current Employees: If you are currently employed at any of the Universities of Wisconsin, log in to Workday to apply through the internal application process. Job Category: Academic Staff Employment Type: Regular Job Profile: Outreach Associate Job Summary: The 4-H Associate Educator is an integral member of the UW-Madison Division of Extension and works with youth, families, volunteers, schools, and community organizations to expand access to research-based positive youth development opportunities. This position will initially serve Eau Claire County at a 40% appointment. As additional funding is secured, the position is expected to expand into Chippewa County and increase to an 80-100% appointment. The Associate Educator will lead outreach efforts, cultivate community partnerships, and deliver educational programming that engages youth and helps them develop leadership, citizenship, and life skills. 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. County Location The main office for this position is located in Eau Claire, WI and the primary programming focus is Eau Claire 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. Key Job Responsibilities: Teaches culturally relevant educational programs to adults and youth using learner-centered activities and lessons Tracks program evaluation and incorporates feedback for improvement Helps build and sustain relationships with community partners Procures and maintains course materials and supplies Implements initiatives and events that serve the target audience Communicate plans, activities and achievements to 4H Program Educator, Area Extension Director, Program Managers, partners and relevant stakeholders Helps design marketing materials and promotions for programs 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.

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