Horticulture Outreach Coordinator

This grant-funded position for three years supports the Horticulture Extension Educator in delivering the UWMadison Digital Badge coursesGardening 101andGreenhouseTraining 101for participants at the Sturtevant Transitional facility. The role includes coordinating all aspects of program delivery maintaining effective communication between the transitional facility staff and Extension Educator and provides direct support to participants to ensure successful completion of the coursework.

The main office for this position is located at Sturtevant Transitional Facility (9351 Rayne Rd Sturtevant WI); 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 work location.

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.

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to lift50pounds to shoulder height

UW-Madisons 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 UW-Madison Division of Extension Agriculture Institute addresses emerging issues related to Wisconsins agriculture and horticulture systems with research-based outreach to advance economically sustainable socially responsible and environmentally sound practices.

Well-qualified candidates can anticipate earning between $60000 - $70000. Actual pay within this range will depend on experience and qualifications.

This is a part-time position which means actual salary earned will be prorated based on FTE (full-time status). At 50% FTE the person hired can expect to receive 50% of the advertised salary. Please note that some benefits such as paid time off will be prorated by appointment percentage.

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 ( Qualifications:

• 2 years of professional experience or equivalent relevant experience in adult education administration or program support.
• Strong communication and organization skills.
• Strong time management multitasking and prioritization.
• Proficient in MS Office Suite (Word Excel Outlook) and databases.
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Relevant experience in horticulture greenhouse gardening
• Experience working in correctional transitional or reentry programs

Education:

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 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 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.

Application Deadline is Wednesday March 4 2026 at 11:59pm (CST).

Contact Information:
Vijaikumar Pandian

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