Tuesday, March 19, 2013

Outreach And Education Coordinator (Agency Liaison) Position In The Division Of Agricultural Resource Management-Bureau Of Land And Water Resources


Agriculture, Trade & Consumer Protection, Dept of
Outreach and Education Coordinator
Job Announcement Code(s): 13-00890

Salary:Starting salary range is $45,990 to $62,640 depending on qualifications. Additional pay provisions may apply to current State employees. Pay band-81-03. A six month probationary period will be required.

Special Qualifications:
1) Travel is required;
2) Valid Wisconsin drivers' license or the ability to provide one's own transportation for work purposes.

Contact:
Nancy McLean, HR Specialist,
Ph:608-224-4762
Email:Nancy.McLean@wi.gov

Deadline to Apply:
3/31/2013

Job Duties:
Under general supervision of the Land and Water Resources Management Bureau Director, this position serves as a professional program staff person and special project coordinator for the Bureau of Land and Water Resources and serves as a non-supervisory member of the Bureau Management Team. This position is responsible for serving as a liaison within the agency and with counterpart agencies and organizations on land & water resource issues and on various aspects of land and water resources management. Duties include planning and developing policy for major bureau programs or projects, and preparation of policy papers, work plans and comprehensive program strategies, in close coordination with the Bureau Director and Section Chiefs. As part of a Bureau-wide outreach strategy, the liaison will serve on policy committees related to development of land and water resource management; develop proposals for federal grants and agreements; and for program budgets. This position will work with private and public sector partners to support and contribute to local conservation efforts, including support to ensure effective program evaluation. Training and outreach efforts are a key aspect of this position.
To see the position description, click here: http://datcp.wi.gov/uploads/About/pdf/pd/ALPD.pdf

Special Notes: A criminal background check will be required.

Job Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

>Extensive knowledge of programs and legal requirements pertaining to soil and water conservation local planning and regulation, and government agencies that administer agriculture-related programs.
>Extensive knowledge of and ability to apply the provisions of Wisconsin Statutes related to land and water conservation issues (e.g., chapters 71, 91, 92, 93, and 281).
>Extensive knowledge of local governments, authorities/representatives, and procedures in the field of land-use and resource management.
>Extensive knowledge of the development process of statutes and administrative rules and the implementation of compliance policies and procedures.
>Considerable knowledge and experience with the principles, methods and practices related to land and water conservation, nonpoint pollution control, and rural land-use planning and farmland protection.
>Extensive knowledge of education and outreach program development and techniques, including needs assessment, evaluation methods, and performance measurement techniques and ability to administer effective outreach programs.
>Considerable skill in written and oral communication, with a capacity to communicate scientific and technical information as it relates to conservation,
>Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to develop networks with a variety of government and outside agency representatives.
>Knowledge of budget analysis and development of budget papers.
>Knowledge of grant writing, especially to federal agencies.
>Advanced knowledge of administrative and management principles and practices
>Advanced knowledge and experience in program planning, management and evaluation techniques, including knowledge of the concepts of quality management.
>Extensive skill with report development, including cost-benefit analyses.
>Effective organization skills.
>Effective writing and verbal presentation skills, this includes ability to network and maintain working relationships and to function effectively in a team environment.

How To Apply:

If you have a WiscJobs account:
1.Click "Log In to Apply" at the top of the job announcement and log into your account. When you have logged in, find and view job announcement 1300890
2.Click "Apply Now" at the top of the job announcement.
3. Review your Job Application and make any necessary updates and click "Continue."
4. Complete the Job Preferences screen and click "Continue."
5. A resume is required to apply for this position, follow the prompts to upload an existing resume or to create a resume and click "Continue".
6. You will be taken to the first page of the exam. Follow the exam instructions and click "Save and Continue" at the bottom of every page. When you have answered all the questions, click "Finalize Exam" to submit your application for this job.
If you do not have a Wisc.Jobs account:
1. Click "Log In" at the top of the webpage.
2.Click the "Create New Account" button and follow the steps to create a new account.
3. Click "Apply Now" at the top of screen and complete steps 3 - 6 from above.

For questions or if you need assistance contact Nancy McLean at nancy.mclean@wi.gov or 608 224-4762. These application materials are an examination of your qualifications. The most qualified applicants will be invited to participate in the next step of the selection process. Exam results will be posted to your Wisc.Jobs account.
Website: http://wisc.jobs/public/job_view.asp?annoid=65237&jobid=64752&org=115&class=07930&index=true
Deadline: Sunday, March 31, 2013

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