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.

The Wisconsin 4-H program is a youth-driven volunteer-supported organization committed to expanding access to all and empowering youth to thrive. More information about Wisconsin 4-H can be found at 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*

• Manage 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.

Education and Youth Advocacy*

• Utilizes a variety of delivery methods to provide resources and teach content in youth development organization development and volunteer development.
• Serves as the connection to the educational resources of Wisconsin 4-H UW-Madison Division of Extension and the USDA.
• 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.

* The amount of time that is spent in each of these roles is dependent on the needs of the specific county-based 4-H program.

The main office for this position is located in Stevens Point WI and the primary programming focus is Portage 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.

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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 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$59603but 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 ( Qualifications:

• 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

Preferred Qualifications:

• Two years of experience leading managing and/or evaluating educational programs;
• Demonstrated experience managing and/or supervising volunteers and/or staff;
• Demonstrated ability to resolve conflicts;
• Ability to apply relevant policies procedures and regulations including reporting requirements and risk and data management; and
• Ability to work cooperatively with other agencies community-based services or organizations to address educational needs.

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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 note when applying there will beonlyoneattachment field. You must uploadall your documents in the attachment field. 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.

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The application deadline is 11:59pm on Tuesday March 17 2026.

Contact Information:

Jennifer McNelly

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