Family Resource Specialist
Academic Staff
Terminal (Fixed Term)
Family Resource Specialist NE
Help Families Thrive. Build Brighter Futures.
The Family Resource Specialist supports children and families enrolled in UW Oshkosh Head Start by building strong relationships, identifying family strengths and goals, and connecting families with resources that promote well-being and school readiness.
Through home visits, assessments, and ongoing support, this position helps families access services such as health care, education, counseling, crisis assistance, and employment resources. The role also provides guidance on health, nutrition, and safety and supports families in meeting medical and dental requirements.
This position leads eligibility, recruitment, selection, enrollment, and attendance (ERSEA) activities, helping maintain full enrollment and consistent participation. The Family Resource Specialist works closely with staff and community partners to expand access to services and supports continuous improvement efforts to meet Head Start standards and strengthen outcomes for children and families.
Why You'll Love This Role
Work approximately 44 weeks per year, following a school-year schedule
Enjoy extended time off during the summer
Build meaningful relationships with families and community partners
Make a direct impact on school readiness and family well-being
Join a mission-driven team dedicated to serving children and families
Universities of Wisconsin offers an extremely competitive benefits package that includes:
Health plans
176 hours of vacation per year
36 hours of personal holiday, and 9 legal holidays
176 Hours of sick leave for first 18 months. After this period, employees can earn up to 96 hours per fiscal year. Accumulates without limit and does not expire.
Paid parental leave after six months of continuous employment
Wisconsin Retirement System
- Builds partnerships with parents to identify family goals, strengths, necessary services, and other supports
- Provides recommendations and feedback to unit leadership
- Establish on-going, collaborative relationships with community organizations to promote access to health care, mental health, nutritional service providers, and services to children with disabilities and their families
- Provides guidance and feedback to staff working with families on health services and on eligibility, recruitment, selection, enrollment, and attendance requirements
- Refers families to services and resources, including emergency/crisis assistance, accessing on-going health care, education, counseling, and employment training, and services. Follows up with families to ensure appropriate intervention and delivery of services
Head Start
Base Salary Range $40,879 - $44,756
Prorated Salary of $34,584 - $37,863 for 44 weeks of work each year from first week in August to the second week in June.
Bachelors degree in Social Work, Human Services or related field.
One year experience working with young children and their families.
Valid State of Wisconsin driver’s license.
Experience and knowledge of UW Oshkosh Head Start, Family Service Credential or general Head Start experience.
Awareness of and sensitivity to cultural issues and local community practices.
Skills and knowledge to access appropriate community resources.
Experience using the Child Plus data system.
Applicants must submit the following documents using the online application:
*Please use your application materials to speak to each of the qualifications for this position as listed above. Be sure to describe your relevant experience and areas of expertise, using specific examples from your work and education history. Applicants must complete all required fields and attach all required documents prior to submitting the online application.
All final candidates will be asked to provide names, email contact information, and/or phone numbers for three (3) references, with at least one being from a manager or supervisor, during the interview process.
Note: Once you have attached your materials and submitted your application, you will not be able to go into the system and change them.
To Ensure Consideration: Applications received by the end of the day on 7/5/2026 are ensured full consideration. Applications received after that date may be given consideration. Application materials will be evaluated, and the most qualified applicants will be invited to participate in the next step of the selection process. Incomplete and/or late application materials may not receive consideration.
For questions regarding your application and additional options to apply, contact Human Resources at [email protected] or 920-424-1166
Work Authorization
Unless otherwise indicated in the job posting, the University of Wisconsin Oshkosh does not offer H-1B or other work authorization visa sponsorship for this position. Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States at the time of hire and maintain work authorization throughout the employment term. UW Oshkosh is not an e-verify employer; therefore, STEM extensions are not options for work authorization.
Reasonable Accommodations
UWO provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities who are employees or applicants for employment. Employment opportunities will not be denied because of the need to make reasonable accommodations for a qualified individual with a disability. If you need assistance or accommodation in applying because of a disability, please contact [email protected] or 920-424-1166. This job announcement and other material on this site will be made available in alternate formats upon request to an individual with a disability.
Confidentiality of Applicant Materials
UWO is a State agency and subject to Wisconsin's Open Records Law. UWO will not, however, reveal the identities of applicants who request confidentiality in writing except as may be required by Wisconsin's Open Records law. In certain circumstances, the identities of "final candidates" and/or the identity of the appointed applicant must be revealed upon request.
CBC & Reference Check Policy
All candidates for employment are subject to a pre-employment screening which includes a criminal background check, work authorization, and verification of education. It will also require you and your references to answer questions regarding sexual violence and sexual harassment.
Annual Security and Fire Safety Report (Clery Act)
For the UWO Annual Security and Fire Safety Reports (i.e., Clery Report), which includes statistics about reported crimes and information about campus security policies, see https://uwosh.edu/police/ , or call UWO Police Department, at (920) 424-1212 for a paper copy.
UW is an Equal Opportunity Employer
Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, pregnancy, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other bases protected by applicable federal or State law and UW System policies. We are committed to building a workforce that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills, and encourage all qualified individuals to apply.
