Community Development Extension Educator
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Job Category:Academic Staff
Employment Type:Regular
Job Profile:Outreach Specialist
Job Duties:
Job Summary:
Join UW-Madison Division of Extension as a Community Development Extension Educator serving Sheboygan County! The Community Development Educator strengthens Wisconsin communities by delivering research-based education, fostering partnerships, and facilitating positive impact that support effective local units of government, vibrant communities, and strong economies. Primary Responsibilities:
Programmatic Focus: Local Government Education with an emphasis on zoning, ordinance development, and comprehensive planning. This position's work will serve local governments within the county and community-serving organizations, including nonprofits and coalitions, acting as a conduit to other LGE expertise, including our municipal clerk specialists. Examples of this work include:
Meeting Other Local Needs: The Community Development (CD) Educator will prioritize and spend most of their time on a clearly defined programmatic focus: local government education. To the degree local needs shift or other programmatic needs arise, the CD Educator will serve as the primary conduit for the community to access the appropriate research and educational resources. Statewide Contributions:
This role is ideal for a collaborative Educator passionate about civic engagement and community development. You'll work locally in Sheboygan County while contributing to statewide efforts that bring the latest research and best practices to Wisconsin communities. County Location:
The main office for this position is located in Sheboygan, WI and the primary programming focus is Sheboygan 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 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.
The Division of Extension, Community Development Institute, Local Government Education Program. About Extension:
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. About the Institute:
The Institute of Community Development provides educational programming to assist leaders, communities, and organizations in realizing their fullest potential. We work with communities to build the vitality that enhances their quality of life and enriches the lives of their residents. We educate in leadership development, organizational development, food systems, community economic development, local government education, and much more. In short, the Community Development Institute plants and cultivates the seeds for thriving communities and organizations. About the Program:
The Local Government Education Program works with a range of partners to develop and present program content and educational events. We provide in-person workshops, distance education, and resources to support local elected officials. Local Government Education 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/). Required Qualifications:
Required Education:
Bachelor's Degree in a related field Preferred Education:
Master's degree in a related field 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:
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. 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. The application deadline is 11:59pm on September 15, 2025. Contact Information:Jayna Hintz jayna.hintz@wisc.edu 920-418-0251 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 is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to, including but not limited to, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, 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 by acknowledging skills and expertise from all backgrounds and encourage all qualified individuals to apply. For more information regarding applicant and employee rights and to view federal and state required postings, click here. To request a disability or pregnancy-related accommodation for any step in the hiring process (e.g., application, interview, pre-employment testing, etc.), please contact the Divisional Disability Representative (DDR) in the division you are applying to. Please make your request as soon as possible to help the university respond most effectively to you. Employment may require a criminal background check. It may also require your references to answer questions regarding misconduct, including sexual violence and sexual harassment. |