Communications and State Fair Coordinator

Who We Are:  The Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection (DATCP) works hard to protect and promote Wisconsin’s agricultural industries and consumers. As an agency, we strive to serve the people of Wisconsin assuring: safe, wholesome food; consumer protection and fair business practices; animal and plant health; a clean environment; and strong agriculture and commerce. To successfully attain these goals, we recognize our success hinges on the diverse, well qualified, dedicated staff we employ and retain.

What We’re Seeking: The DATCP’s Office of the Secretary is recruiting for a Communications and State Fair Coordinator to fill a Limited Term Employment opportunity. This appointment is expected to work approximately 40 hours per week Monday thru Friday from May through the end of August; exact dates are somewhat flexible. 

Where We Are Located:  This position is located at 2811 Agriculture Drive in Madison, WI. DATCP is in the Prairie Oaks State Office Building situated on Madison's southeast side. We are only minutes away from the Beltline Highway, Interstate 90 and Highway 51 for quick access to local restaurants, retail and service locations. 

Telecommuting Option:  This position may have the ability to telecommute up to 6 days per 2-week pay period! An approved telecommuting agreement is required before an employee may telecommute. Approval of the employee’s telecommuting agreement and work schedule will vary based on the operational needs of the Division. All DATCP employees who telecommute are required to live in Wisconsin.

This position will coordinate special events and outreach activities, including booths at the Wisconsin State Fair and Farm Technology Days.  This position will also provide administrative program support as assigned. This position requires a high degree of professionalism, efficiency, independence and accuracy.

60% - Coordinate the DATCP booth in the Wisconsin Products Pavilion at the Wisconsin State Fair.

20% - Assist in other department event coordination including Farm Technology Days.

20% - Provision of administrative program support for Communications Director and staff.

The classification of this position is Operations Program Associate which is salary/range 02-11.

Pay will be up to $21.66 per hour, commensurate with experience.

For current and eligible former State employees, compensation will be set in accordance with the State Compensation Plan effective at the time of hire. 

DATCP does not sponsor work visas. Any appointment made will be contingent on the selected applicant being able to provide documentation of eligibility to work in the United States.

A criminal background check will be performed on the selected applicant prior to an offer of employment.

Applicant must be a resident of Wisconsin (18 years of age or older).

Applicant must possess a valid driver’s license, including proof of current auto insurance, OR the ability to provide one’s own transportation for work purposes.

Travel is required for up to 15% of the position’s duties, including travel to the Wisconsin State Fair throughout the duration of the fair as well as for other events and outreach activities. 

Limited term positions are not civil service classified positions, do not have rights to permanent civil service classified positions, and do not lead to permanent status.

This position is Limited Term Employment (LTE) and is limited to 1,039 hours in 26 consecutive pay periods (1 year)

A minimally qualified applicant will have each of the following:

• Experience working independently and effectively handling multiple priorities while meeting work deadlines.
   
• Experience writing and designing presentation materials, graphics and other documents.
   
• Experience using computers and computer software applications (email, word processing, databases, spreadsheets, etc.) and internet research tools.
   
• Experience coordinating events (I.e., planning meetings, tracking timelines, scheduling, purchasing, etc.).

A well-qualified applicant will have one or more of the following:

• Experience editing and/or proofreading public information documents including press releases, opinion columns, of social media posts on behalf of an organization.
   
• Extensive knowledge and proficiency using Microsoft Office software (i.e., Word, Excel, Access, PowerPoint, etc.).
   
• Experience working at Wisconsin State Fair, Farm Technology Days, World Dairy Expo, or similar events.

If you are accessing this posting on an external site (such as Handshake, Indeed, etc.), please visit Wisc.jobs and search for Job ID: 16587 to complete you application for this job posting. 

The State of Wisconsin is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is an affirmative action employer. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to applicants of any race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity or Veteran status. We also consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements.  For complete information on veterans hiring programs that may benefit you, please visit the Employment page on WDVA's website.

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Your Resume and Letter of Qualifications will be evaluated by one or more job experts. Candidates who are deemed eligible will be invited to participate in the next step of the selection process where vacancies exist, starting with those candidates who are deemed most qualified.

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Complete application materials must be received by 11:59pm on Monday, January 13, 2025