Join Our Team
Why you’ll love working here //
Each day is an opportunity to help others and make a difference in your community.
You will be a part of a mission driven, team-based organization that is committed to:
Empowering You
Empowering growth through training, enrichment, and leadership opportunities
Cultivating joy
Cultivating joy and
celebrating one another
Putting People First
Working together to elevate each other
Inspiring innovation
Disrupting the status quo to envision
and create our future
Building Connected RElationships
Fostering partnerships through meaningful sincere interactions
Igniting action
Being a catalyst for change
How to Apply //
Applications are accepted online only: https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/browncounty
If you need an accommodation at any time during the recruitment or hiring process, please inform Brown County Human Resources of your need. The Aging & Disability Resource Center of Brown County is an equal opportunity employer working under an affirmative action plan.
Philanthropy Manager
Full-Time
Wage: $70,000 Annually
Submission Deadline: 2/27/2026 @ 11:59 PM
The Aging & Disability Resource Center of Brown County is seeking a dynamic and relationship-driven Philanthropy Manager to lead our donor engagement, grant development and fundraising efforts. This position plays a critical role in advancing our mission through innovative projects that support older adults, adults with disabilities, and family caregivers throughout Brown County.
Why Join ADRC of Brown County?
- Mission-driven work that directly improves lives
- Collaborative and supportive team culture
- Opportunity to build sustainable community impact through philanthropy
- Competitive compensation and benefits package
Your Impact
- Expand the ADRC’s capacity to serve by identifying and securing diverse revenue streams—including major gifts, corporate sponsorships, and successful grant proposals—ensuring the long-term financial sustainability of critical programs for older adults, adults with disabilities, and their caregivers.
- Build and nurture high-trust relationships with donors and business leaders, transforming community interest into active philanthropic support and fostering a widespread culture of giving that champions the ADRC mission.
- Advance the ADRC’s strategic priorities by researching and securing local, state, and national grants, providing the necessary resources to launch innovative services, bridge program gaps, and address the evolving needs of the community.
- Collaborate across departments and with external stakeholders to execute high-impact fundraising events and advocacy efforts, increasing public awareness of ADRC’s funding needs and mobilizing community leaders to support the rights and independence of aging and disabled populations.
If you need an accommodation at any time during the recruitment or hiring process, please inform Brown County Human Resources of your need. The Aging & Disability Resource Center of Brown County is an equal opportunity employer working under an affirmative action plan.
This professional-level position is responsible for annual giving, major gifts, corporate and planned giving, grant writing and management, fundraising events, and community engagement. The ideal candidate is a strategic thinker, strong communicator, and collaborative leader passionate about strengthening community support through philanthropy.
MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Lead donor identification, cultivation, solicitation, and stewardship efforts
- Develop strategies for major gifts, corporate philanthropy, and planned giving
- Plan and manage fundraising events to meet annual revenue goals
- Research, write, and manage local, state, and national grants
- Track grant compliance, reporting, and outcomes
- Collaborate with marketing staff on donor communications and campaigns
- Represent the ADRC at community events and outreach activities
- Build and maintain partnerships with businesses, foundations, and community leaders
- Support advocacy and awareness efforts related to ADRC programs and funding
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MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED:
- Bachelor’s degree in communications, nonprofit management, public administration, business, or related field OR equivalent combination of education and at least two years of fundraising or grant writing experience
- Valid Wisconsin driver’s license
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Demonstrated success in fundraising, grant development, or donor engagement
- Proficiency with computers and donor management systems
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment
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KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES
• Knowledge of professional ethics, fundraising standards, and donor stewardship practices.
•Knowledge of fund development principles, donor engagement strategies, and grant acquisition processes.
• Knowledge of communication and marketing strategies supporting donor engagement.
• Knowledge of public service agencies and regulations affecting ADRC programs.
• Knowledge of HIPAA, privacy, and confidentiality standards.
• Ability to build trusting relationships with donors, community leaders, older adults, and people with disabilities.
• Ability to communicate clearly and persuasively in both oral and written formats.
• Strong organizational, analytical, and project management skills.
• Ability to work independently while contributing effectively to a collaborative team environment.
• Ability to exercise sound judgment, discretion, and professionalism in complex situations.
• Proficiency in computer applications and donor management software.
Grounded Café Specialist
Limited Term Employment
Wage: $17.78/hr
Submission Deadline: Continuous
Why You’ll Love Working Here //
Each day is an opportunity to help others and make a difference in your community. You’ll be a part of a mission driven, team-based organization that is committed to:
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Empowering growth through training, enrichment, and leadership opportunities
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Working together to elevate each other
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Fostering partnerships through meaningful interactions
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Disrupting the status quo to envision and create our future
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Being a catalyst for change
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Cultivating joy and celebrating one another
Your Impact //
Be a part of a team that strives to change the way people see people!
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Provides front door customer service for the Grounded Café
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Promote the mission, menu, and retail products of the Grounded Café to customers.
Your Experience //
We hire great people from a wide variety of backgrounds, because we believe it makes our agency stronger.
If you need an accommodation at any time during the recruitment or hiring process, please inform Brown County Human Resources of your need. The Aging & Disability Resource Center of Brown County is an equal opportunity employer working under an affirmative action plan.
We have multiple opportunities to join our team, including a 20-hour-per-week position and on-call options.
Regular hours are Monday–Friday, 10:00 a.m.–2:30 p.m., with some flexibility for nights and weekends as needed for food truck events.
JOB SUMMARY
Supports the operations of the Grounded Café and Grounded On the Go food truck. Including an integrated congregate dining site, and mobile café. Participates in the development, implementation, marketing and ongoing growth and success of the café model.
MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES:
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Supports the operations of Grounded Café or food truck in various community locations.
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Greets customers, explains the products and programs offered at Grounded Café, Gathering Grounds and Grounded On the Go programs.
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Is an ambassador of ADRC programs and café products and assists with outreach and promotion.
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Provides safe, high-quality food service by following Serving Safe Food guidelines and Health Department License requirements.
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Supports Grounded Café operations including food preparation and serving, cleaning and cash handling when needed.
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Supports food truck operations including loading and unloading the vehicle, food preparation and serving, cleaning, cash handling, and operating the vehicle (van/trailer combo), when needed.
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Assists with maintaining high standards of quality, food safety, and hygiene.
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Maintains safety, sanitation, care and order of work areas and equipment, including storage areas, coolers and freezers.
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Communicates repair and maintenance need the ADRC Facilities Manager and Café Supervisor and Community Dining Manager.
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Orients and supports volunteers to assist in café or food truck events and daily operations.
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Follows ADRC finance and cash handling policies.
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Assists with opening and closing cash drawers at the end of shifts to ensure that amounts are correct.
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Participates in the planning and goal-setting efforts of Grounded and ADRC.
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Participate as a team player to further agency goals.
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Has a “Duty to Report” during a community emergency/disaster according to the ADRC Emergency Preparedness Plan.
Education and Experience:
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Previous experience in a restaurant environment including knowledge of safe and effective food handling processes, inventory, cash handling and customer service practices.
- Experience working with older adults, adults with disabilities and volunteers, or any combination is preferred.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
Licenses and Certifications:
- CPR/AED Certification, ServSafe Food Handling Certification.
*Willing to provide opportunities to obtain certifications within the first year of employment. - Valid State of Wisconsin driver’s license and a satisfactory motor vehicle record.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
- Knowledge of safe food handling practices.
- Knowledge of hygiene and sanitary regulations governing the handling, preparation and serving of food.
- Knowledge of safety hazards while working with kitchen equipment and chemicals in the work environment.
- Knowledge of standard measures.
- Knowledge of MSOffice Computer Program office suite.
- Ability to have a flexible schedule to include evenings and weekends.
- Ability to operate a cash register, point of sale equipment and other concession devices.
- Ability to operate a motor vehicle (van/trailer combo), when needed.
- Ability to work under pressure while maintaining high customer service and food/product quality.
- Ability to understand and practice the confidential nature of the position.
- Ability to monitor volunteer staff.
- Ability to achieve high levels of customer service.
- Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.
- Ability to establish and maintain effective relationships with staff, customers, volunteers and the public.
- Ability to make decisions in accordance with recognized policies and procedures.
- Ability to relate to the customers and act as an advocate.
Physical Demands:
- Lifting 40 pounds maximum with frequent lifting and/or carrying objects weighing up to 25 pounds.
- Extended periods of standing and walking.
- Intermittent sitting and driving.
- Using hand(s) for single grasping, fine manipulation, pushing and pulling, and operating controls.
- Frequent bending, twisting, squatting, climbing, reaching and grappling.
- Communicating orally in a clear manner.
- Distinguishing sounds at various frequencies and volumes.
- Distinguishing people, objects or injuries at varied distances under a variety of light conditions.
Ground Cafe Assistant
Limited Term Employment
Wage: $15.16/hr
Submission Deadline: Continuous
Why You’ll Love Working Here //
Each day is an opportunity to help others and make a difference in your community. You’ll be a part of a mission driven, team-based organization that is committed to:
-
Empowering growth through training, enrichment, and leadership opportunities
-
Working together to elevate each other
-
Fostering partnerships through meaningful interactions
-
Disrupting the status quo to envision and create our future
-
Being a catalyst for change
-
Cultivating joy and celebrating one another
Your Impact //
Be a part of a team that strives to change the way people see people!
-
Provides front door customer service for the Grounded Café
-
Promote the mission, menu, and retail products of the Grounded Café to customers.
Your Experience //
We hire great people from a wide variety of backgrounds, because we believe it makes our agency stronger.
If you need an accommodation at any time during the recruitment or hiring process, please inform Brown County Human Resources of your need. The Aging & Disability Resource Center of Brown County is an equal opportunity employer working under an affirmative action plan.
Limited Term Employment
Wage: $15.16/hr
Work schedule: Monday – Friday, 9:30am – 2:30pm
Assist with operation of the ADRC’s Grounded Cafe, including assisting customers, serving meals, restocking supplies, cleaning, dishes, meeting food safety and program standards, receiving program paperwork and supporting volunteers and trainees.
MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Supports daily front end operations of Grounded Cafe.
- Maintains a clean, organized, and welcoming dining area
- Welcomes customers and assist new participants for Gathering Grounds
- Clearly and accurately explain the senior dining program, Gathering Grounds, participants and customers.
- Follows all food safety and sanitation standards according to Brown County Health Department guidelines.
- Provides guidance, support and encouragement for Cafe volunteers and trainees.
- Assists the café supervisor with program documentation, including daily dining records, dining registrations, and required forms.
- Promotes, receives and processes Gathering Grounds donations according to Federal and ADRC policies.
- Assist with restocking and washing dishes in downtime or if there is a need.
- Performs other duties as assigned by Café Supervisor and Community Dining Manager.
- Participate as a team player to further agency goals.
- Has a “Duty to Report” during a community emergency/disaster according to the ADRC Emergency Preparedness Plan.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS PREFFERED:
Education and Experience:
High school diploma or equivalent
Licenses and Certifications:
- CPR/AED Certification
- Serving Safe Food Certification
*Willing to provide opportunities to obtain training certifications within first year of employment.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
- Knowledge of safe food handling practices.
- Knowledge of hygiene and sanitary regulations governing the handling, preparation and serving of food.
- Knowledge of safety hazards while working with kitchen equipment and chemicals in the work environment.
- Knowledge of standard measures.
- Knowledge of MSOffice Computer Program office suite.
- Knowledge of need of older adults and adults with disabilities.
- Knowledge of state, federal and local regulations regarding dining sites.
- Ability to work under pressure while maintaining the highest customer service and food/product quality.
- Ability to understand and practice the confidential nature of the position.
- Ability to work well with co-workers and volunteers.
- Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.
- Ability to make decisions in accordance with recognized policies and procedures.
- Ability to work with minimal supervision.
- Ability to relate to clients with respect and address difficult situations in a tactful manner.
- Ability to lift up to 25 pounds.
- Basic computer skills (Laptop and Registration Software)
PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
- Lifting 25 pounds maximum with frequent lifting and/or carrying objects weighing up to 15 pounds.
- Extended periods of standing; intermittent sitting and walking.
- Using hand(s) for single grasping, fine manipulation, pushing and pulling, and operating controls.
- Occasional bending, twisting, squatting, climbing, reaching and grappling.
- Communicating orally in a clear manner.
- Distinguishing sounds at various frequencies and volumes.
- Distinguishing people, objects or injuries at varied distances under a variety of light conditions.
Our Vision
All people are valued, celebrated, and connected to a life of possibilities.
Our Mission
Empower and enrich the lives of older adults, adults with disabilities and their caregivers.
Our Values
We Put People First
Every Story Matters. We work to elevate each other.
Cultivate Joy
Build Connected Relationships
Inspire Innovation
We disrupt the status quo to envision and create our future.
Ignite Action
We drive change that we want to see in our community.
We are the spark that lift people and ideas off the ground.
We are a catalyst for change.