Land Use Outreach Specialist

The Land Use Outreach Specialist is a full-time (12-month) CNR academic staff member with responsibilities connected to the UW-Madison Division of Extension within CDI. The individual develops and delivers outreach programs on comprehensive planning and implementation tools for Wisconsin communities collaborates with external partners and CLUE team members and fosters strong relationships between Extension local communities and local governmental associations. The Outreach Specialist expands access to programs and educational services for various audiences including local government staff and elected officials and may assist with outreach program budget development management and pursuit of fee-for-service projects and other revenue-generating opportunities.

Primary responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Extension and Outreach (80%): Identifies promotes and maintains external partnerships to support the outreach program; Researches develops and delivers outreach programs and materials to community members; Delivers programs in both in-person and virtual formats; Evaluates curriculum and programs and provides recommendations for improvement
• Program Support (20%): May assist with the centers administration activities; Leads the implementation of programs policies and procedures through oversight of day-to-day activities

• Identifies promotes and maintains external partnerships to support the outreach program

• Schedules and secures resources and communicates logistics in support of an outreach program

• Delivers outreach program content and materials to community members

• Researches develops and facilitates outreach program content and materials

• Develops and evaluates curriculum and programs and provides recommendations for improvement

• May assist with the monitoring of outreach program budget spending

• Leads the implementation of programs policies and procedures through oversight of day-to-day activities for program staff and student and community volunteers

The Center for Land Use Education (CLUE) creates learning opportunities forindividuals andcommunities to make well-informed land use decisions recognizing complex trade-offs. CLUE is funded primarily through a cooperative agreement with the University of Wisconsin Madison Division of Extension. CLUE serves both the Natural Resource Institute (NRI) and Community Development Institute (CDI) within Extension. The faculty and staff work as a team on a diverse suite of conservation and community planning topics across the state. Our overarching objective is to help Wisconsin communities make informed land use decisions that sustain natural resources and meet community goals.

The Land Use Outreach Specialist is a full-time salaried exempt annual (12-month) academic staff position.

Well-qualified candidates can expect a starting annual salary within a range of $58000-$65000 commensurate with the candidates education related experience and qualifications.

Eligible Universitiesof Wisconsin employees receive an excellent benefits package. To learn more about the benefits package review theUniversities of Wisconsin Employee Benefits Quick theHealth & Retirement Contributions Estimatorto calculate the estimated value of your compensation and benefits.

• Masters degree in community planning geography soils or related field with 3 years of professional planning experience

• Professional experience with comprehensive planning zoning or land division ordinances

• Excellent demonstrated verbal and written communication skills

• 5 years of professional planning experience

• Knowledge of Wisconsin planning and zoning context

• Previous outreach and extension experience

• Experience working with external partners

• Ability to work in a team environment

• Facilitation experience related to intergovernmental cooperation

• Grant writing and budget management

Masters degree in community planning geography soils or related field with 3 years of professional planning experience

TO ENSURE CONSIDERATION: Applications received by 10/14/2026 are ensured full consideration. Applications received after that date may be given consideration at the discretion of the search committee. Application materials will be evaluated and the most qualified applicants will be invited to participate in the next step of the selection process. Incomplete and/or late application materials may not receive consideration.

Files must be complete to be considered. Submission in PDF format is preferred for all attachments. Please include the following documents:

• Cover letter addressing qualifications and experience (1-page)

• Outreach Statement (1-page)

• Resume/Curriculum Vitae

• Unofficial/Official Transcripts

(Official Transcripts will be required of finalist)

After you submit your application you will be unable to edit it. Please be sure to include all required materials before submitting your application.

Name: Lynn Markham Shoreland and Land Use Specialist

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