ROTA Center Manager

University of Wisconsin-Madison

. Manage day-to-day operations of a multi-state cooperative extension technical assistance project supporting prevention, treatment, and recovery for opioid addiction and co-occurring mental health and substance use disorders in rural areas .

Posted 9/24/2026full-timeMadison • Wisconsin • United StatesJuniorMid-Level💰 $67,412 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

Role fit

Core Competencies

Use this summary to align your resume positioning with the role.

Demonstrates expertise in project management, financial planning, and stakeholder communication while effectively managing multi-state initiatives focused on opioid addiction and mental health. Capable of developing outreach programming and collaborating with diverse audiences to enhance access to educational services.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Project ManagementFinancial PlanningCommunication SkillsCooperative Extension FamiliarityRural Community Engagement

ATS Keywords

Tailor your resume

Applicant Tracking System Keywords

Tip: use these terms in your resume and cover letter to boost ATS matches.

Hard Skills

Project PlanningBudget ManagementRisk ManagementData ReportingTask AllocationResource NegotiationProgram EvaluationOutreach Programming DevelopmentVirtual Presentation SkillsTime Management

Soft Skills

Interpersonal SkillsDetail-OrientedTeam CollaborationProblem ResolutionProfessional Environment Building

Tools & Technologies

ZoomVirtual Platforms

Certifications & Qualifications

Valid Driver's LicenseCaregiver Check

Industry Keywords

Opioid AddictionMental HealthSubstance Use DisordersCommunity Health EducationPublic HealthCommunity PsychologyHealth PolicySocial Work

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Manage day-to-day operations of a multi-state cooperative extension technical assistance project supporting prevention, treatment, and recovery for opioid addiction and co-occurring mental health and substance use disorders in rural areas
Contribute to planning and designing implementation projects
Manage project budgets, education, communication, events, and evaluation
Lead project management, financial planning, problem resolution, and reporting
Collaborate with leaders and extension colleagues throughout Wisconsin and Illinois, Indiana, Michigan, Minnesota, and Ohio
Organize development and delivery of outreach programming
Expand and ensure access to programs, facilities, and educational services for diverse audiences
Create project plans, monitor progress and performance, and identify, resolve, or escalate risks and issues
Prepare regular project status reports
Assist with development and auditing of project-specific budgets
Serve as subject matter expert and unit liaison; provide updates to stakeholders
Estimate project costs, resources, and timelines; monitor activities, negotiate resources, assign tasks, and follow change-control processes
Manage outside contractors and ensure satisfactory service standards
Set priorities, allocate tasks, and collaborate with project staff to meet targets and milestones

Requirements

What you’ll need

Two (2) or more years of experience in project management or managing programs or initiatives as part of other job duties
Detail-oriented with highly effective time management skills
Experience managing multiple tasks, timelines, and schedules while maintaining high-quality work
Strong written and oral, including formal presentation, communication skills
Ability to work cooperatively with other agencies, community-based services, or organizations to address mental health
Strong interpersonal skills and demonstrated ability to build and maintain a professional work environment
Experience with education and presentations using Zoom or another virtual platform
Familiarity with Cooperative Extension
Work or lived experience with rural audiences
Bachelor’s degree in a field relevant to the programmatic responsibilities, such as community health education, public health, community psychology, family and consumer sciences, health policy, or social work
Valid driver’s license and reliable independent transportation for periodic in-state work travel, and/or compliance with UW-Madison vehicle use authorization
Ability to lift 30 pounds with assistance
Successful completion of an initial caregiver check and every-four-years check
Eligibility to work in the United States without employer sponsorship
Required application materials: resume and letter of qualifications (cover letter)

Benefits

Comp & perks

Generous paid time off
Health, dental, vision, and life insurance
Tax-advantaged savings accounts
Participation in the Wisconsin Retirement System (WRS) pension fund
Up to 3 days remote per week
Employer-provided computer
Remote work agreement
Flexible position location based on programmatic needs, candidate preferences, and suitable space