Cooperative Extension Vision: To become a thriving, well-known and sought-out educational resource that reflects the rich diversity of the state.
Cooperative Extension Purpose: We teach, learn, lead and serve, connecting people with the University of Wisconsin, and engaging with them in transforming lives and communities.
Position Title: Wisconsin Nutrition Education Program (WNEP) Rock County Administrator (100%)
Official Title: Associate Administrative Program Specialist
Geographic Areas Served: Primarily Rock County, occasionally extending beyond county boundaries for specific commitments and team programming.
Office Location: Rock County WNEP Office, 63 Eclipse Center, Beloit, WI 53511
Type of Appointment:
This
position is fixed term academic staff appointment in the University of Wisconsin-Extensions division of Cooperative Extension and is subject
to UW System, UW-Extension, and Cooperative Extension personnel policies. Reappointment to this position after the initial term is dependent
upon availability of funding and performance.
Purpose and Primary Focus of Position:
The Rock County Nutrition Education Program
is a major effort within Cooperative Extensions Family Living Programs. The aim of Family Living Programs is to enhance the quality of
family and community decisions that affect the family and to increase the families abilities to adapt to and effect change. Within this
broader aim, the purpose of this position is to provide leadership for the Rock County Nutrition Education Program including: collaborating
with local agencies to ensure the delivery of nutrition education to people who are eligible to receive food stamps (or FoodShare), staff
training and supervision, and managing the program budget.
Primary Duties/Essential Functions:
- Provide leadership and
direction for the Nutrition Education Program in Rock County
- Develop and manage the Nutrition Education Program budget
- Plan,
implement and evaluate culturally relevant educational programs for food stamp-eligible families and individuals including topics such as
choosing healthful food, food safety and storage, food buying and selection, food needs of family members and managing the food budget
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Recruit, train and supervise Nutrition Education Program staff members
- Identify and serve as liaison with programming partners
throughout the geographic area served
- Assess needs and interests of consumers and agencies to determine specific program direction in
the county
- Reach and engage diverse audiences in ways that are inclusive and do not discriminate to ensure full access to programs,
facilities and educational services
- Cooperate with other Extension personnel to develop strong, integrated Extension programs
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Develop and follow a plan for professional development in priority subject matter and educational delivery methods consistent with personal
and organizational goals
- Participate in regional and/or state program activities as appropriate and needed
- Build and maintain
trust-based relationships in support of cooperative and respectful work environments
- Be responsive to evolving position and
organizational needs; perform additional duties, as needed
Working Conditions:
- Make individual arrangements for transportation
adequate to meet position responsibilities and essential job functions
- Assume weekly travel throughout Rock County and occasional
travel within the state
- Work evenings on a regular basis and occasionally on weekends, as needed to meet local needs
Position
Expectations:
The WNEP County Administrator aligns the work of this position with Cooperative Extensions purpose, vision and values in
ways that contribute to supportive workplaces. Cooperative Extensions values of community, discovery, inclusiveness, relationships, and
respect guide the WNEP County Administrator in achieving the positions primary outcomes.
The WNEP County Administrator is expected to contribute to Cooperative Extensions scholarly environment as appropriate for the position. Standards of excellence are expected to be met throughout the WNEP County Administrators Extension career.
The WNEP County Administrator actively participates in the shared governance and policy development of the institution, personally or through representatives, to ensure representation in matters affecting academic staff.
The WNEP County Administrator meets the positions reporting accountabilities and performance expectations in collaboration with the Southern Regional Director (hiring authority), the State Program Director for Family Living Programs, and the Extension Department Head in Rock County.
Qualifications:
To be considered eligible for this position, you must meet all of the
following minimum qualifications:
- Bachelors degree in nutritional sciences, dietetics, family/consumer sciences, community health
education, public health, adult education or related field
- Demonstrated understanding of and ability to work cooperatively with other
agencies and other community-based organizations
- Experience in budget development and fiscal management
- Knowledge and skills to
effectively interact 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
- Experience and
demonstrated ability to supervise and manage staff
Additional knowledge, skills and abilities desired:
- Masters degree in
nutrition, public health, management, adult education or a related field
- Demonstrated success planning, implementing and evaluating
learning experiences for youth and/or adults in community-based, non-formal educational settings that reach, and are accessible to, a wide
range of audiences
- Successful experience in outreach education
- Strong group and educational facilitation skills including
application of the principles of adult learning
- Skillful in establishing and maintaining professional work relationships and networks
- Volunteer or paid experience working with people from culturally diverse groups
- Ability to communicate ideas effectively orally,
in writing and through educational technology
- Strong interpersonal and problem-solving skills in a team setting; ability to
effectively manage conflicts
- Ability to organize work and to work productively with indirect supervision in a highly visible public
sector environment
- Ability to keep accurate, complete and timely work records
- Knowledge of Cooperative Extensions legacy as part
of the U.S. system of land-grant institutions, dedicated to service in the public good
Organizational Competencies:
Individuals
who demonstrate capacity in the following organizational competencies, as indicated by the examples listed below, are likely to experience
higher levels of success within their Cooperative Extension positions:
Leadership
Inspires respect and trust; Practices
strategic, shared and ethical decision making; Clarifies expectations and accepts feedback; Shows personal responsibility and follow through
on commitments; Adapts well to change or unexpected events in the work environment; Finds solutions; Is willing and motivated to learn.
Relationship-building
Works in ways that support mutually beneficial partnerships, including being tactfully and diplomatically
responsive to others and maintaining confidentiality; Understands group and team dynamics; Gives appropriate recognition to others; Chooses
appropriate Extension roles in conflict situations; Manages interactions successfully through an awareness of ones emotions and those of
others.
Inclusion
Recognizes, understands and appreciates the culturally different ways in which others express themselves;
Treats others with dignity, respect and consideration; Demonstrates active, intentional and ongoing engagement with diversity through
programming and outreach efforts.
Communication
Listens and seeks clarification; Adapts and varies communication to fit cultural
contexts and circumstances; Demonstrates effective communication technology skills and presentation skills; Writes clearly and
informatively; Possesses skills to strengthen others understanding of Extensions value.
Position Description Clarification:
This
position description is not intended to be comprehensive in nature given the changes in primary duties/essential job functions and position
expectations that can occur over time in response to emerging and assessed community, program and organizational needs. Changes to this
position description are subject to the approval of the Cooperative Extension Human Resource Office and those to whom the position is
accountable.
POSITION BENEFITS:
State of Wisconsin benefits (http://www.uwsa.edu/hr/benefits/newemp/orientwrs.pdf), including retirement,
vacation, sick leave, health insurance, and other insurances.
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY:
As an affirmative action employer, UW-Extension
provides equal opportunity in programs and employment; and is strongly committed to maintaining a climate supportive of respect for
differences and equality of opportunity. UW-Extension does not discriminate on the basis of age, race, creed, color, disability, sex/gender,
sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, religion, marital status, identity as a veteran, disabled veteran, Vietnam veteran or any
other military service, arrest record or non-program related conviction record. We promote excellence through diversity and encourage all
qualified individuals to apply.
Materials will be made available in alternative format upon request. Please call 711 if you are hearing or speech impaired and need assistance. Direct inquiries concerning equal opportunity to: UW-Extension Office of Inclusion; Room 501; 432 N. Lake Street; Madison, WI 53706.
APPLICATION PROCEDURE AND DEADLINE:
1) APPLICATION DUE DATE: To receive full
consideration, application materials must be received by December, 11, 2012 and include all of the following (WHEN UPLOADING DOCUMENTS, PDF
FORMAT IS PREFERRED):
a. COVER LETTER (up to two pages) that summarizes how you meet the minimum qualifications of this position. Please
prepare a paragraph for each of the minimum qualifications and include formal education, training, professional work history, volunteer
work, research, and any related life experiences in your response. Please note that your response will be evaluated for content and written
communication skills.
b. PROFESSIONAL RESUME, including related education, professional work history and volunteer experience.
c. CONTACT INFORMATION FOR THREE (3) PROFESSIONAL WORK REFERENCES, including at least one person who has been your immediate supervisor. For each reference, please indicate the nature of your professional relationship and include the persons title, e-mail address and telephone number.
d. FINAL COLLEGE TRANSCRIPTS for each of your degrees. Unofficial copies of final college transcripts are acceptable when applying for this position. Official final college transcripts are required upon hire.
Please upload only the materials requested above. Any documents, other than those requested, will be deleted from your application. Application materials that do not comply with these instructions are incomplete and will not be considered. Applications received after the application due date will be accepted through the conclusion of the initial application screening process.
2) Optional Confidentiality Form: Under Wisconsin Statutes, if asked, UW-Extension is required to provide a list of all nominees and applicants who have not requested in writing that their identities remain confidential. The identities of all finalists must be released upon request. Please upload this document along with your other materials. The form can be accessed by copying and pasting the following URL into your browser: http://www.uwex.edu/ces/hr/pdffiles/confidentiality.pdf.
3) A criminal records review will be conducted prior to employment. Completed consent forms will be requested at the time of final interviews. In compliance with the Wisconsin Fair Employment Act, convictions and pending charges will be considered only as they relate to this position.
4) How to apply. Please submit application materials to Cooperative Extension Human Resources online using the URLs below. Once you are in the Candidate Gateway, please make sure to click on the Advanced Search link and enter 8706 into the Job Opening ID field.
a.
Before you get started with the online application process, we recommend you preview the frequently asked questions (FAQs). To do so, please
copy and paste the following URL into your browser. External applicants can also view the FAQs after accessing the online system by clicking
on the "Help" link in the upper right corner. https://helpdesk.wisc.edu/images/group61/21900/TAMFAQ_Cand
idateGateway.pdf
b. If you are applying as an applicant who is NOT currently employed by the University of Wisconsin System, please
copy and paste the following URL into your browser: https://www.careers.wisconsin.edu/psc/ca
reers/EMPLOYEE/HRMS/c/HRS_HRAM.HRS_CE.GBL?SiteId=31
c. If you are applying as a current employee of the University of Wisconsin
System, please copy and paste the following URL into your browser: h
ttps://www.hrs.wisconsin.edu/psc/hrs-fd/EMPLOYEE/HRMS/c/HRS_HRAM_EMP.HRS_CE.GBL?Page=HRS_CE_HM_POST&Action=U&HRS_PERSON_ID=100374
An EEO/Affirmative Action employer, the University of Wisconsin-Extension provides equal opportunities in employment and programming, including Title IX and ADA requirements. Persons of color, women and persons with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply.
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