Municipal Clerk Specialist

About the Division of Extension:
As a statewide engagement arm of UW Madison, the Division of Extension embodies the Wisconsin Idea to extend university knowledge to every corner of the state. Our statewide network of educators and specialists is responding every day to emerging and longstanding hurdles residents are overcoming to compete and prosper.

Extension Vision: A thriving, well-known and sought-out educational resources that reflects the rich diversity of the state

Extension Purpose: We Teach, Learn, Lead, and Serve, connecting people with the University of Wisconsin-Madison, and engaging with them in transforming lives and communities

Extension Values: We strive to live by the values of Community, Discovery, Inclusiveness, Relationships, and Respect. (https://extension.wisc.edu/files/2023/01/PurposeVisionValues.pdf).

About the Community Development Institute: The Extension Institute of Community Development provides educational programming to assist leaders, communities, and organizations realize their fullest potential. We work with communities to build the vitality that enhances their quality of life and enriches the lives of their residents. We educate in leadership development, organizational development, food systems, community economic development, local government education and much more. In short, the Community Development Institute plants and cultivates the seeds for thriving communities and organizations (https://extension.wisc.edu/community-development/).

As a Specialist with the Local Government Education (LGE) Program, this position will assist in delivering LGE programing to local units of government within the State of Wisconsin. This position will provide specific educational support to Local Government clerks at the town, village, city and county forms of government. Additional duties will include general local government education program development and delivery for towns, villages, cities, counties, and any form of special taxation district.

Duties related to this position include delivering content/training in the below areas:
-Form C/CT & other WDOR form training to municipal clerks
-Year in the life of the Clerk Training
-Regional Clerk/ Election Worker Training

This position will also:
-Research and present emerging challenges and best practices in the municipal clerk profession; publish fact sheets, white papers, reports, and/or academic articles
-Assess learner performance through development of evaluation techniques, and adapt program teach efforts to improve educational competence
-Provide Local Government Education program delivery at WTA Spring & Fall Workshops, WCA Spring Workshops, WTA, WCA & LWM annual meetings, zoom/webinars, etc.

This position is funded for 3 years with potential for continuation based on needs and funding. Division of Extension headquarters are located within Madison, WI but the position location is flexible and will be determined based on programmatic needs, successful candidate's preferences, and availability of suitable space.

The Division of Extension has a deep and profound commitment to diversity, inclusion, and equity, believing that these values are foundational elements to eliminate disparities and expanding access for all. As Extension, we acknowledge the need for strategic and coordinated actions that help us form a more equitable, anti-racist, non-biased, and inclusive organization. (https://blogs.extension.wisc.edu/oaic/call-to-action/). As such, all Extension employees are expected to foster and promote the values of diversity and inclusion.

• 30% Assists in developing techniques and/or model programs for carrying out instructional goals in disciplinary area and may help identify ways in which new techniques could be of assistance
• 5% Assesses learner performance and prepares reports recommending instructional improvements
• 5% Develops teaching techniques that enhance course effectiveness in alignment with desired outcomes and established strategy
• 30% Provides classroom, online, and/or laboratory instruction including grading
• 30% Assists in defining the objectives of the program and play a major role in carrying out program duties

Diversity is a source of strength, creativity, and innovation for UW-Madison. We value the contributions of each person and respect the profound ways their identity, culture, background, experience, status, abilities, and opinion enrich the university community. We commit ourselves to the pursuit of excellence in teaching, research, outreach, and diversity as inextricably linked goals.

The University of Wisconsin-Madison fulfills its public mission by creating a welcoming and inclusive community for people from every background - people who as students, faculty, and staff serve Wisconsin and the world.

For more information on diversity and inclusion on campus, please visit: Diversity and Inclusion

Required
Bachelor's Degree
In a field related to this position's focus

Preferred
Master's Degree
In Political Science, Public Administration, Business Administration, Communications, Educator or similar degree

Required:
-At least 5 years of relevant experience in local government operations
-Minimum of 5 years in municipal or county clerk position
-Demonstrated strong interpersonal and communication skills that contribute to positive and productive workplace relationships and effective partnerships
-Demonstrated use of problem-solving skills to successfully address complex issues
-Ability to communicate effectively using a variety of methods and technology
-Ability to effectively work 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 managing multiple tasks, timelines, and schedules while maintaining high quality work

Preferred:
-7 years legal work experience as a clerk for a municipal form of government
-Demonstrated skill in interpreting, utilizing, and applying evidence-based information and research findings
-Demonstrated success in developing, delivering, and evaluating educational programs for diverse audiences utilizing a variety of educational techniques, methods, and modes
-Demonstrated experience developing effective partnerships or coalitions with community partners and local governments

Full Time: 100%

It is anticipated this position will be remote and requires work be performed at an offsite, non-campus work location.

Ongoing/Renewable

Minimum $89,500 ANNUAL (12 months)
Depending on 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 (https://hr.wisc.edu/benefits/).

Please 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.

-Division of Extension headquarters are located within Madison, WI but the position location is flexible and will be determined based on programmatic needs, successful candidate's preferences, and availability of suitable space.
-It is expected that employees will make individual arrangements for transportation adequate to meet position responsibilities and essential job functions. Information about UW-Madison Driver Authorization can be found at https://businessservices.wisc.edu/managing-risk/driver-authorization-and-insurance/driver-authorization/.
-This position may be required to work occasional nights and weekends to meet the program needs and priorities of the communities served.
-Partial remote work is possible with this position. The University of Wisconsin-Madison has a remote work policy that offers the potential for remote or hybrid work. More about that policy within the Division of Extension can be found here: https://kb.wisc.edu/extension/113536.

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 related work experience and a resume detailing your educational and professional background. 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.

Karl Green
karl.green@wisc.edu
608-785-9593
Relay Access (WTRS): 7-1-1. See RELAY_SERVICE for further information.

Prof of Practice (Non-Credit)(TL059)

A47-EXTENSION/ANRCD/COMM/LGE/LOCAL GOV E

Academic Staff-Renewable

305970-AS