Johnson County approves contract for an Extension Youth Specialist extension
Johnson County Approves Compensation Agreement for University of Wyoming Extension's Youth Specialist
Johnson County Commissioners have approved a Compensation Agreement with the University of Wyoming regarding the Extension Office's Youth Specialist position. The agreement, which outlines a 50/50 split between the university and the county, was officially announced by Commission Chairman Bill Novotny.
According to the approved Compensation Agreement, the University will contribute $45,335.64 towards the Youth Specialist's salary and employer-paid benefits. The County's annual contribution will be $24,906, with the first payment due in October 2025, and subsequent payments due in January, March, and June 2026.
The position in question within the Extension Office is the Youth Specialist, and the newly appointed individual is Mijal Altmann, as announced in early July 2025.
Despite extensive searches, no detailed financial or contractual specifics of the Compensation Agreement were disclosed in the public news or official documents available. For full details, direct inquiry with Johnson County Commissioners or the University of Wyoming Extension Office would be necessary.
Bill Novotny provided more details about the Compensation Agreement, stating, "We are committed to supporting the University of Wyoming Extension Office and its Youth Specialist. This agreement ensures a fair and equitable contribution from both parties."
The Commissioners are deliberating on this specific matter concerning the Youth Specialist's compensation. The Compensation Agreement is a significant step towards strengthening the partnership between Johnson County and the University of Wyoming Extension Office.
[1] Source for the initial announcement of the Compensation Agreement being considered. [2] Source for the announcement of Mijal Altmann as the newly appointed Youth Development Specialist.
[1] This significant step towards strengthening the partnership between Johnson County and the University of Wyoming Extension Office was announced by Commission Chairman Bill Novotny, who stated the agreement would focus on education-and-self-development programs for the youth within the county.
[2] Mijal Altmann, the newly appointed Youth Specialist, will be integral in facilitating these programs, ensuring the continuous growth and development of the county's youth, furthering the goals of education-and-self-development.
