Area Extension Director - Area 18 (milwaukee And Waukesha Counties)

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Milwaukee, WI, US
Base: $105,000 annual starting salary (negotiable)...
In-person (with some remote flexibility)
Two or more years of demonstrated supervisory experience
Knowledge of budget management for business or government
Experience collaborating with partner organizations
The University of Wisconsin-Madison is seeking an Area Extension Director to lead educational initiatives in Milwaukee and Waukesha Counties. The role involves supervising a team, managing community relations, and addressing local needs through effective programming and financial management

Job Summary

  • The Area Extension Director provides overarching leadership across Milwaukee and Waukesha Counties to cultivate an inclusive work environment and address community needs.
  • This role involves developing and managing budgets, supervising staff, and ensuring compliance with equal employment opportunity laws while fostering partnerships with local governments and organizations.
  • The position offers a competitive starting salary of $105,000 plus a comprehensive benefits package including health insurance and the Wisconsin Retirement System pension.

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The University of Wisconsin-Madison is seeking an Area Extension Director to lead educational initiatives in Milwaukee and Waukesha Counties. The role involves supervising a team, managing community relations, and addressing local needs through effective programming and financial management.

Salary

Base: $105,000 annual starting salary (negotiable); Bonus/Equity: Not specified; Benefits: Comprehensive package including PTO, health/dental/vision/life insurance, tax-advantaged savings, and WRS pension

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Two or more years of demonstrated supervisory experience
  • Knowledge of budget management for business or government
  • Experience collaborating with partner organizations
  • Ability to communicate in in-person and remote settings
  • Experience working with diverse backgrounds and perspectives

Nice-to-have

  • Five or more years of supervisory and management experience
  • Experience generating additional revenue from new funding sources
  • Knowledge of county governments and tribal nations
  • Understanding of Cooperative Extension legacy
  • Ability to identify and network with key decision-makers

Key Requirements

  • Bachelor's Degree required
  • Valid driver's license and reliable transportation
  • Eligibility to pass caregiver check under Wisconsin Caregiver Law
  • Must be eligible to work in the United States without sponsorship

Work Rights

Must be citizen, national, lawful permanent resident, or authorized foreign national without need for sponsorship

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