Associate 4-H Program Educator

About the Role

The Associate 4-H Program Educator is an integral part of the UW-Madison Division of Extension and works alongside the people of Wisconsin to improve lives and communities. This up to 16 hours per week position will primarily serve Barron County. There will be some weekend and evening hours required, as well as opportunities to work a flexible schedule.

Primary Focus

• Outreach and promotion of the 4-H Community Club program, including expanding access to diverse youth and families
• Plan and coordinate programs for youth
• 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
• Help with implementing and magnifying programming, event planning and helping to maintain a support system for sustainable programming for the Barron County 4-H program

Responsibilities

• Communicates plans, activities and achievements to the 4-H Program Educator, Area Extension Director, Program Managers, partners and relevant collaborators/partners
• Collects, analyzes, prepares and communicates programmatic data, organizational information and resources from established sources
• Helps design marketing materials and promotions for programs
• Teaches culturally relevant educational programs to adults and youth using learner-centered activities and lessons
• Implements initiatives and events that serve the target audience
• Procures and maintains course materials and supplies
• Tracks program evaluation and incorporates feedback for improvement

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Valid driver's license and reliable source of independent transportation for periodic in-state work travel, and/or compliance with UW-Madison vehicle use authorization requirements
• Ability to lift 25 pounds with assistance
• Ability to lift 10 pounds to shoulder height
• Ability to work outside in inclement weather
• Experience managing multiple tasks, timelines, and schedules while maintaining high quality work
• Ability to work independently and productively with minimal supervision
• Experience or knowledge of communication tools and technical platforms such as: Microsoft Office Suite, Myemma, Google Suite, Canva and website management platforms
• At least two years of relevant work or volunteer experience in the area of youth programming
• Strong interpersonal skills and demonstrated ability to build and maintain professional work environments
• Demonstrated ability to effectively work with people from a wide range of backgrounds and perspectives

Qualifications

• Ability to develop and design high-quality, visually appealing graphic materials
• Ability and desire to learn and manage new technology platforms
• Familiarity with 4-H programming
• Experience in 4-H project areas
• Work experience relevant to the programmatic responsibilities of the position
• Experience working with adult volunteers or staff and program partners
• Demonstrated success in developing, delivering, and evaluating educational programs for different audiences utilizing a variety of educational techniques, methods, and modes

Work Location & Schedule

• Main office located in Rice Lake, WI with primary programming focus in Barron County; some programming may extend to a broader geographical area
• Position requires work be performed in-person, onsite at a designated campus work location
• Occasional nights and weekends required to meet program needs and priorities
• Individual arrangements for transportation required to meet position responsibilities and essential job functions

Compensation & Benefits

• Minimum starting hourly rate: $19 (negotiable based on experience and qualifications)
• Night differential: $0.80 per hour for hours worked between 6:00 p.m. and 6:00 a.m.
• Weekend differential: $0.80 per hour for hours worked between 12:01 a.m. Saturday and 11:59 p.m. Sunday

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.