Bilingual 4-H Program Coordinator

University of Wisconsin-Madison; Whitehall (MT); On-site; USD 46,000 - 56,000; Part time

Job summary

The Bilingual 4-H Program Coordinator at University of Wisconsin-Madison Trempealeau County Extension supports Spanish-speaking youth through the Juntos 4-H program, focusing on academic success, career exploration, and college readiness. You will work with identified schools and community partners to promote student involvement and family engagement.

This in-person role requires strong bilingual abilities, dedication to outreach, and occasional evenings and weekends.

Qualifications

• Strong interpersonal and written communication skills, with experience presenting educational content to diverse audiences in group and one-on-one settings.
• Ability to independently plan, organize, and implement programs and activities, with attention to detail and discretion handling confidential information.
• Demonstrated ability to work with people from diverse backgrounds and perspectives.
• Effective verbal communication skills.
• Familiarity with and/or interest in community engagement.
• Bilingual Spanish speaking, writing and comprehension; knowledge of Latino/Hispanic culture.

Responsibilities

• Teaches culturally relevant educational programs to adults and youth using learner-centered activities and lessons.
• Teaches and/or supports educational programming in target language and English, culturally responsive and linguistically appropriate.
• Tracks program evaluation and incorporates feedback for improvement.
• Procures and maintains course materials and supplies.
• Implements initiatives and events that serve the target audience.
• Helps design marketing materials and promotions for programs.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Written communication

Verbal communication

Public speaking

Bilingual Spanish

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Bachelor's degree in related field

Job description

Job Profile:

Outreach Associate

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Job Category:

Academic Staff

Employment Type:

Terminal (Fixed Term)

Job Profile:

Outreach Associate

Job Summary:

The Bilingual 4-H Program Coordinator is a member of the Trempealeau County Extension team as part of the Positive Youth Development Institute. The Wisconsin 4-H Program contributes to this work through the purposeful engagement of over 24,000 youth members and 8,000 adult volunteer leaders in 4-H clubs and groups throughout the state and tribal nations. The Wisconsin 4-H program is a youth-driven, volunteer- supported organization committed to expanding access to all and empowering youth to thrive. More information about Wisconsin 4-H can be found at https://4h.extension.wisc.edu

The Bilingual 4-H Program Coordinator will be trained in the Juntos Program, geared towards Spanish speaking youth and families, including core components of Juntos 4-H, including family engagement, 4-H clubs, and career readiness programming. The Coordinator will work with identified middle and high schools and community partners to promote student involvement and focus on academic success, career exploration, and college readiness activities of youth participants. This position will provide the culturally responsive, high quality, community-based Juntos Program designed to reach Spanish speaking students in 8th-12th grade.

There will be an additional focus on working with 11th-12th grade Spanish speaking students to explore Agri-science career pathways in partnership with local school Agriculture Educators and the local Agri-science industry. Programs will include student engagement and support and will assist youth in achieving academic success with an emphasis on going on to post-secondary education. Major responsibilities include recruitment of students, organizing and implementing the academic year program, implementing 4-H clubs, and maintaining contact with students and families throughout the academic year with bilingual family engagement workshops and events.

County Location:

The main office for this position is located in Whitehall, WI and the primary programming focus is Trempealeau County; however, some programming may also be conducted over a broader geographical area.

Terminal Position:

The initial period of employment will be 2 years, with the possibility to become renewable contingent upon available funding.

In Person:

It is anticipated this position requires work be performed in-person, on-site, at a designated campus work location.

Evening/Weekend Work:

This position may be required to work occasional nights and weekends to meet the program needs and priorities of the communities served.

This position is grant-funded and will require out-of-state travel for training. At this time, travel is scheduled for November 2-7, 2026.

Travel Expectations:

It is expected that employees will make individual arrangements for transportation adequate to meet position responsibilities and essential job functions. Read more about UW-Madison Driver Authorization.

Applicants are required to: Have a valid driver's license and a reliable source of independent transportation for periodic in-state work travel, and/or comply with requirements for UW-Madison vehicle use authorization.

Key Job Responsibilities:

• Teaches culturally relevant educational programs to adults and youth using learner-centered activities and lessons
• Teaches and/or supports educational programming (in target language and English) and adapts educational approaches in a manner that is culturally responsive and linguistically appropriate for the audience’s needs
• Tracks program evaluation and incorporates feedback for improvement
• Procures and maintains course materials and supplies
• Implements initiatives and events that serve the target audience
• Helps design marketing materials and promotions for programs

Please note that successful applicants are responsible for ensuring their eligibility to work in the United States (i.e. a citizen or national of the United States, a lawful permanent resident, a foreign national authorized to work in the United States without need of employer sponsorship) on or before the effective date of appointment.

Department:

The Division of Extension, Trempeleau County, is hiring for a Bilingual 4-H Program Coordinator.

About Extension:

Extension embodies the Wisconsin Idea by developing and connecting the research and educational resources of UW–Madison with residents and communities to address local, statewide, and national issues. We teach, learn, lead and serve, transforming lives and communities.

About The Institute:

The Extension Institute of Positive Youth Development prepares the youth of today to become the effective, empathic adults of tomorrow. Our research-based youth enrichment programs like teens in governance build youth and adult capacity that help both sides grow. 4-H clubs, camps and afterschool programs give young people the hands-on experiences they need to develop an understanding of themselves and the world.

Compensation:

The minimum annual (12 months) starting salary for the position is $50,790, but is negotiable based on experience and qualifications.

Required Qualifications:

• Strong interpersonal and written communication skills, with experience presenting educational content to diverse audiences in both group and one-on-one settings.
• Ability to independently plan, organize, and implement programs and activities, demonstrating attention to detail, accountability, and discretion in handling confidential information
• Demonstrated ability to effectively work with people from a wide range of backgrounds and perspectives
• Effective verbal communication skills.
• Familiarity with and/or interest in community engagement

Bilingual Required:

Spanish speaking, writing and comprehension skills; knowledge and understanding of Latino/Hispanic culture. Language skills will be evaluated.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Coursework in child/youth development and/or equivalent experience.
• Experience in or with the Agriscience industry
• Experience in educational outreach and access, and student aid including FAFSA, scholarships, and loan information
• Knowledge of academic success strategies (study skills, time management, note/test taking, etc.).
• Knowledge of barriers to post-secondary education
• Experience working with limited income/first generation college bound students
• Bi-cultural experience (relating to more than one distinct culture) with demonstrated experience working with individuals from varying cultural and/or socio-economic backgrounds (specifically Latinx students and families)

Education:

Required Education:

High school diploma or equivalent

Preferred Education:

Bachelor's degree in a related field

Application deadline:

September 27, 2026 at 11:59pm (CDT).

Contact Information:

Sara Dawson

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Sarah Torbert

[e-mail]

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