Jennifer Weichel

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Advanced Volunteer Specialist -Volunteer Excellence Support Team
MSU Extension

Jennifer Weichel is an Advanced Volunteer Specialist and Co-Lead for Extension Volunteer Management for Michigan State University Extension. Jennifer’s primary office is located on the MSU Campus.

In this role, Jennifer focuses on the Volunteer Selection Process protocols, code of conduct concerns, criminal history checks, and volunteer conflict management. Her statewide role includes leading the Volunteer Excellence Support Team. As a leader in volunteer management and development, she focuses her attention on supporting staff as they recruit, engage, and support volunteers.

She has been with MSU Extension since 1994, serving as an Extension Educator, Supervisor, and Coach supporting staff across the state. She has provided leadership for the 4-H State Awards Program and the 4-H Shooting Sports Program during her tenure. Jennifer has served as Volunteer Specialist since 2014.

Jennifer is a sought-after presenter for volunteer management and conflict resolution. She has presented at numerous national, state, and local conferences. Jennifer has developed and facilitated volunteerism courses nationally. She enjoys encouraging and mentoring professionals, developing resources for volunteers, and the volunteer administrators who support them.

Jennifer has received numerous awards for her work, including the AL!VE Exemplary Leaders Award. The National Association of Extension 4-H Youth Staff and Epsilon Sigma Phi have recognized her with several awards, including the Volunteerism Team Award, Continued Excellence, Distinguished Service, and Meritorious Service Awards.

Jennifer received her master’s degree from the University of Michigan in Public Administration. She is also a Certified Volunteer Administrator.