University of Wisconsin – Madison Looking for Dunn County 4-H Program Support Assistant Full Time

Job Summary:

The position will be in Dunn County, WI and will primarily serve Dunn County and surrounding communities. This position provides support to the 4-H program. Primary responsibilities include communications, database management, and project coordination.

About the Program Support Position

General Administrative and Project Coordination
* Serve as a resource to manage 4-H enrollment information, 4-H charters, award distribution and other special projects
* Manage 4-H online enrollment software; prepare reports and other strategic communications at the request of the 4-H Program Educator
* Support the coordination of logistics for 4-H programs. This includes registration, participant communications, and other physical and logistical details.
Communication and Graphic Design
* Assist with promotion of 4-H membership, programming and policies through a communication plan that ensures effective interaction with audiences and stakeholders
* In collaboration with 4-H Extension Educator and the Outreach Support Associate, monitor, prepare and update educational and promotional information via email, mail, websites and social media

Other Responsibilities
* Collaborate with local colleagues to promote a positive office environment, determine local needs, and share resources
* Develop and maintain respectful and trusting relationships with colleagues and volunteers
* Work in accordance with UW-Madison and Division of Extension policies and procedures relating to the Positive Youth Development Institute.

About the Division of Extension:

Extension Vision: A thriving, well-known and sought-out educational resources that reflects the rich diversity of the state

Extension Purpose: We Teach, Learn, Lead, and Serve, connecting people with the university of Wisconsin-Madison, and engaging with them in transforming lives and communities

Extension Values: We strive to live by the values of Community, Discovery, Inclusiveness, Relationships, and Respect. (https://extension.wisc.edu/files/2023/01/PurposeVisionValues.pdf)

The Division of Extension has a deep and profound commitment to diversity, inclusion, and equity, believing that these values are foundational elements to eliminate disparities and expanding access for all. As Extension, we acknowledge the need for strategic and coordinated actions that help us form a more equitable, anti-racist, non-biased, and inclusive organization. (https://blogs.extension.wisc.edu/oaic/call-to-action/) As such, all Extension employees are expected to foster and promote the values of diversity and inclusion.

Responsibilities:

Responsible for a variety of professional level work across a variety of administrative service areas including budget, finance, procurement, and human resources with impact across the institution in support of unit or institutional goals.

• 25% Implements and executes established policies and procedures for a designated work unit to adhere to unit objectives and to align with established strategies
• 35% Schedules logistics and secures resources for a designated work unit to contribute to the day-to-day operational success
• 5% Analyzes data and trends, compiles progress reports, and provides appropriate recommendations or conclusions in support of the assigned operational work unit(s)
• 5% Assists, recommends, and advises staff on unit or program administrative issues, personnel matters, and budgetary problems
• 20% Serves on committees and attends meetings, representing the interests of the unit or program
• 10% Communicate plans, activities and achievements to Area Extension Director, partners and relevant stakeholders

Institutional Statement on Diversity:

Diversity is a source of strength, creativity, and innovation for UW-Madison. We value the contributions of each person and respect the profound ways their identity, culture, background, experience, status, abilities, and opinion enrich the university community. We commit ourselves to the pursuit of excellence in teaching, research, outreach, and diversity as inextricably linked goals.

The University of Wisconsin-Madison fulfills its public mission by creating a welcoming and inclusive community for people from every background – people who as students, faculty, and staff serve Wisconsin and the world.

For more information on diversity and inclusion on campus, please visit: Diversity and Inclusion

Education:

Preferred
Bachelor’s Degree

Qualifications:

Required:
* Strong interpersonal and problem-solving skills and demonstrated ability to build and maintain professional work environments and relationships
* Ability to effectively work with people from different cultural backgrounds, including those associated with race, ethnicity, national origin, religion, socioeconomic status, age, gender, disability, sexual orientation, and other aspects of human diversity
* Ability to communicate effectively using a variety of methods and technology
* Ability to work independently and productively with minimal supervision

Preferred:
* Post secondary education
* Experience with community-based outreach and education
* Experience with project management
* Experience managing multiple tasks, timelines, and schedules while maintaining high quality work
* Experience developing partnerships with other agencies, community-based services, or organizations

Work Type:

Part Time: 40%

It is anticipated this position requires work be performed in-person, onsite, at a designated campus work location.

Appointment Type, Duration:

Ongoing/Renewable

Salary:

Minimum $42,600 ANNUAL (12 months)
Depending on Qualifications
Salary will be prorated based on FTE.

Additional Information:

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.

How to Apply:

We are eager to learn more about how your experience and passion may align with this position. Please submit a cover letter referring to your related work experience and a resume detailing your educational and professional background.
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.

Contact:

Kristen Bruder
[email protected]
715-204-5043
Relay Access (WTRS): 7-1-1. See RELAY_SERVICE for further information.

Official Title:

Administrative Specialist(AD006)

Department(s):

A47-EXTENSION/NORTH/AREA 06 AED

Employment Class:

Academic Staff-Renewable

Job Number:

291946-AS

The University of Wisconsin-Madison is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer.

Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to, including but not limited to, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, pregnancy, disability, or status as a protected veteran and other bases as defined by federal regulations and UW System policies. We promote excellence through diversity and encourage all qualified individuals to apply.

If you need to request an accommodation because of a disability, you can find information about how to make a request at the following website: https://employeedisabilities.wisc.edu/disability-accommodation-information-for-applicants/

Employment will require a criminal background check. It will also require you and your references to answer questions regarding sexual violence and sexual harassment.

The University of Wisconsin System will not reveal the identities of applicants who request confidentiality in writing, except that the identity of the successful candidate will be released. See Wis. Stat. sec. 19.36(7).

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