4-H PROGRAM EDUCATOR

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. With a focus in Experiential Learning, the Ashland County 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.

Program Administration

• 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 regards to policy and risk management.

• Cultivates partnerships with other organizations to expand 4-H programming opportunities.

Volunteer Management

• 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.

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Education and Youth Advocacy

• Utilizes a variety of delivery methods to provide resources and teach content in youth development, organization development, and volunteer development.

• 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.

• Serves as the connection to the educational resources of Wisconsin 4-H, UW-Madison Division of Extension, and the USDA.

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The main office for this position is located in Ashland, WI and the primary programming focus is Ashland 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. 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.

UW-Madison’s Division of Extension serves the people and communities of Wisconsin by addressing local, statewide and national issues, improving lives through research-based education, fostering partnerships and action, and facilitating positive impacts.

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 and partnerships 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.

The minimum annual (12 months) starting salary for the position is $59,603 but is negotiable based on experience and qualifications

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/)

• Demonstrated experience in programming and/or service delivery related to youth development;

• Demonstrated experience managing and/or supervising volunteers and/or staff;

• Strong interpersonal skills and demonstrated ability to build and maintain professional work environments;

• Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively; and

• Demonstrated ability to effectively work with people from a wide range of backgrounds and perspectives.

• Two years of experience leading, managing and/or evaluating educational programs;

• Demonstrated ability to resolve conflicts;

• Ability to apply relevant policies, procedures and regulations including reporting requirements and risk and data management;

• Ability to work cooperatively with other agencies, community-based services, or organizations to address educational needs

Master's degree in a field relevant to the responsibilities of the position.