Program Specialist at Universities of Wisconsin in Green Bay, WI

Job description

Current Employees and Students: If you are currently employed or enrolled as a student at any of the Universities of Wisconsin, log in to Workday to apply through the internal application process. Position Title: Program Specialist Job Category: Academic Staff Employment Type: Regular Job Profile: Outreach Specialist Job Duties: Join UW-Green Bay's Division of Continuing Education and Community Engagement as a Program Specialist and help expand educational opportunities, workforce development, and professional learning across Northeast Wisconsin. In this highly collaborative role, you will develop and coordinate business training programs, conferences, custom workforce solutions, and community outreach initiatives that strengthen partnerships between the University, employers, associations, and community organizations. Your work will directly support UW-Green Bay's mission of transforming lives through education and service while advancing strategic priorities centered on Community Connections, Student Success, Inclusivity, and Regional Impact . You will play a key role in creating meaningful learning experiences, identifying emerging community needs, and expanding access to high-quality educational opportunities throughout the region. The ideal candidate is a relationship-builder, organizer, and problem-solver who thrives in a fast-paced environment and is passionate about serving diverse audiences. From coordinating conferences and managing stakeholder partnerships to supporting grant initiatives, workforce training programs, and community engagement efforts, you will help connect learners and organizations with resources that drive growth and success. Guided by UW-Green Bay's values to Advance Fearlessly, Empower Success, Provision Access, Build Community, and Express Gratitude , you will contribute to a culture of innovation, collaboration, and service where strong community partnerships create lasting impact and where, Together, We Rise . Key Job Responsibilities: 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 Identifies, promotes, and maintains external partnerships to support the outreach program Department: Continuing Education Compensation: Compensation range of $56,252 to $60,000 This position is exempt from the overtime provisions of the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA). Required Qualifications: Experience in supporting external business relationships through consistent communication. Strong written communication and administrative skills with a high level of detail. Demonstrated success in launching and maintaining collaborations and partnerships. High level of computer proficiency and ability to use database, spreadsheet, web conference, presentation, and word processing software applications. Ability to work effectively as a team and independently in a high-volume work setting. A valid Wisconsin driver’s license and a working vehicle to travel and ability to obtain driver authorization through the University. Preferred Qualifications: Bachelor's Degree Three years of professional experience. Experience in organizational development and/or project management. Conditions of Appointment: Occasional night and/or weekend work. Travel is required for meetings, trainings, conferences and between campuses. This position may have the option to work on-campus or a hybrid schedule, subject to approved telecommuting request. The home campus of this position is Green Bay. Continuing Education & Community Engagement supports