What are the responsibilities and job description for the Municipal Clerk Specialist position at University of Wisconsin?
Job Summary :
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. ().
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 ().
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 village, city forms of government. Additional duties will include general local government education program development and delivery for 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 :
Responsibilities : Provides classroom, online, and / or laboratory instruction associated with a single course or series of courses within an academic discipline, assists with the design and execution of administrative functions associated with academic instruction and the development of pedagogy / andragogy or assessment tools and resources to support quality student learning. Provides instruction in formats such as classroom, online, and / or laboratory settings, including grading. Limited to non-credit instruction.
Institutional Statement on Diversity :
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
Education : 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
Qualifications : Required :
Preferred :
Work Type : Full Time : 100%
This position may require some work to be performed in-person, onsite, at a designated campus work location. Some work may be performed remotely, at an offsite, non-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.
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 :
Appointment Type, Duration :
Ongoing / Renewable
Salary :
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 ().
Additional Information :
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.
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.
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
This position is partially funded through a partnership with the League of Wisconsin Municipalities (LWM) and will require coordination of workplan between the LWM & Extension.
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 :
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.
Contact : Karl Green
karl.green@wisc.edu
608-785-9593
Relay Access (WTRS) : 7-1-1. See RELAY_SERVICE for further information.
Official Title :
Prof of Practice (Non-Credit)(TL059)
Department(s) :
A47-EXTENSION / ANRCD / COMM / LGE / LOCAL GOV E
Employment Class :
Academic Staff-Renewable
Job Number : 312074-AS
Salary : $89,500
