Outreach & Research Program Specialist

Job Summary:

This position will support outreach and research activities in collaboration with internal and external partners to accomplish UW Shelter Medicine Program goals. The ideal candidate will be proactive, highly motivated, have excellent organizational and communication skills, pay strong attention to detail, and require minimal supervision. The candidate must be able to work well both independently and in collaboration with others. Remote or hybrid position will be considered but strong priority will be given to applicants in the Dane County area. Occasional travel may be required.
The University of Wisconsin-Madison Shelter Medicine Program is committed to saving animal lives while improving animal health and well-being in shelters and communities. We accomplish this goal through three main objectives:
1. Shelter and Community Engagement- To support animal health and welfare while increasing the life-saving capacity of shelters, rescues, and communities while building core knowledge and developing new perspectives.
2. Education - To provide training for shelters, community members and the next generation of veterinarians
3. Development of Knowledge in the Field - To help to advance the field of Shelter Medicine through shelter studies and involvement in national and regional collaborative projects.

Responsibilities:
Contributes to the development, implementation, administration, coordination, and evaluation for one or more academic programs to ensure effectiveness in meeting departmental and student development goals and initiatives. Strives to create a welcoming, equitable, and inclusive work environment.

• 25% Utilizes independent judgement regarding development, implementation, promotion, and evaluation for one or more academic programs, initiatives, or events
• 30% Identifies program, needs, contributes to the development of unit workflows, schedules logistics and secures resources for meetings, events, and interviews
• 15% Coordinates program components and evaluates program effectiveness and provides recommendations for improvement
• 10% May supervise the day to day activities of one or more academic programs and resolves issues exercising discretion to meet unit goals.
• 10% Collaborates with internal and external partners in support of outreach and research
  activities.
• 5% Performs or oversees operation, cleaning, and organization of diagnostic testing equipment
  and area. Tracks inventory levels and places replenishment orders.
• 5% Reviews, analyzes and interprets data and/or documents results from diagnostic testing and
  reports to internal and external audiences.

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:

Preferred
Bachelor's Degree

Qualifications:

Prior experience working with animal shelters desired. Preferred qualifications include: experience with data collection, knowledge of animal welfare and animal medical terminology and procedures, strong communication skills, general computer software skills, and strong organizational skills. Strong priority will be given to applicants in the Dane County area.

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..

Appointment Type, Duration:

Ongoing/Renewable

Salary:

Minimum $36,500 ANNUAL (12 months)
Depending on Qualifications
Actual pay will depend on experience and qualifications.
This position offers a comprehensive benefits package, including generous paid time off, competitively priced health/dental/vision/life insurance, tax-advantaged savings accounts, and participation in the nationally recognized Wisconsin Retirement System (WRS) pension fund. For a summary of benefits, please see: https://www.wisconsin.edu/ohrwd/benefits/download/fasl.pdf

How to Apply:

To apply for this position, please click on "Apply Now" to begin the application process. You will be required to upload a current resume/CV, a cover letter briefly describing your qualifications relevant to the position, and a document listing the contact information for three professional references (including at least one current or former supervisor).
Your cover letter should highlight your experience and skills as they relate to the listed qualifications for maximum consideration.
For questions regarding the position, please contact Stephanie Koester at [email protected] . For questions regarding the application process, please contact Kate Kaminski at [email protected]

Contact:

Rachel Adams
[email protected]
608-263-2200
Relay Access (WTRS): 7-1-1. See RELAY_SERVICE for further information.

Official Title:

Academic Program Specialist(AE010)

Department(s):

A87-SCHOOL OF VET MEDICINE/MEDICAL SCIENCES

Employment Class:

Academic Staff-Renewable

Job Number:

291865-AS

 
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Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to, including but not limited to, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, pregnancy, disability, or status as a protected veteran and other bases as defined by federal regulations and UW System policies. We promote excellence through diversity and encourage all qualified individuals to apply.
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