Dunn County Community Outreach And Office Operations Associate

Job Summary:
About the Dunn County Community Outreach and Office Operations Associate:
The Community Outreach and Office Operations Associate plays a key role in supporting the delivery of educational programs and services in Dunn County and Area 6. Working closely with Extension educators, this position supports the successful implementation of outreach efforts that serve diverse community audiences. The associate is responsible for coordinating program logistics, facilitating access to educational resources, and supporting program delivery across the region,

In addition to assisting with local programming, the associate provides critical support to the Dunn County office team and the Area 6 Extension Director, ensuring smooth office operations and efficient internal processes. The associate will manage and monitor the Dunn County Extension budget. This role also includes managing and creating digital marketing efforts, such as maintaining websites and social media accounts, creating promotional materials, and using online platforms to increase community awareness and engagement with Extension programs.

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.

• 20% Implements and executes established policies and procedures for a designated work unit to adhere to unit objectives and to align with established strategies
• 30% Schedules logistics and secures resources for a designated work unit to contribute to the day-to-day operational success
• 20% Analyzes data and trends, compiles progress reports, and provides appropriate recommendations or conclusions in support of the assigned operational work unit(s)
• 20% Assists, recommends, and advises staff on unit or program administrative issues, personnel matters, and budgetary problems
• 10% Serves on committees and attends meetings, representing the interests of the unit or program

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:
Required
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
-Basic financial management skills, including budgeting, invoicing, and purchasing
-Strong organizational and time-management skills, with the ability to handle multiple tasks and deadlines
-Ability to work both independently and as part of a team
-Experience with digital marketing tools and platforms (social media, websites, email marketing)

Preferred
-Experience with community-based outreach and education
-Experience representing an organization in a public-facing role
-Experience with digital marketing content creation (short-long form digital content, Facebook posts, infographics, etc.)
-Experience developing partnerships with other agencies, community-based services, or organizations
Work Type:
Full Time: 100%

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 $48,107 ANNUAL (12 months)
Depending on 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/).
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. To begin the application process, click the "apply now" button. You will be prompted to upload the following documents:
-Resume
-Letter of Qualifications (cover letter)

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.

For additional guidance and resources on how to tailor your application materials to the job posting, please click https://extension.wisc.edu/careers/.
Contact:
Kristen Bruder
kristen.bruder@wisc.edu
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:
306273-AS