• Job Description

  Req#: 20592
  Introduction
  
  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, high quality, dedicated staff we employ.
  
  DATCP currently has an opening for a Agriculture Program Specialist - Senior position within the Division of Agricultural Development, Bureau of Export and Business Development.
  
  This position is located at the Prairie Oaks State Office Building situated on Madison's southeast side and a beautifully wooded and scenic hilltop venue. Our employees enjoy low-cost parking at the facility and are only minutes away from the Beltline Highway, Interstate 90 and Highway 51 for quick access to local restaurants, retail and service locations.
  
  Remote Work Option: This position may have the ability to work remotely up to 6 days per 2-week pay period! An approved remote work agreement is required before an employee may work remotely. Approval of the employee's remote work agreement and work schedule will vary based on the operational needs of the Division. All DATCP employees who work remotely are required to live in Wisconsin.
  
  Employee Benefits: This position offers the State of Wisconsin's excellent benefits package , which includes 19.5 days of paid time off to start, 9 paid holidays, accrued sick leave, multiple insurance options and an exceptional retirement plan! To help you understand what your benefit package would be worth, please check the Total Rewards Calculator here .
  
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  This posting may be used to fill future similar vacancies.
  
  Position Summary
  
  This position will be responsible for being a DATCP Division of Agricultural Development subject matter expert on agricultural producer needs with an emphasis on areas such as organics, specialty crops, food systems, food security and producer access.
  
  The position performs highly skilled professional work to provide operating and new producers advice on such areas as establishing or growing organic and/or specialty crop farm businesses. Additionally, it is tasked with building relationships, educating, providing technical expertise, supporting producers and food system stakeholders, and other activities.
  
  Responsibilities include researching opportunities for all producers with an emphasis on areas such as organic and specialty crops. This includes providing information, referral services, and technical assistance to these producers. Additional duties entail helping design and operate divisional food system programming through applying for grants, administrating federal or state funding, or other means. In addition, this position will both manage and provide support to agency and divisional grant projects with an emphasis on areas such as organics, food systems, food security, specialty crops, and other value-added programs deemed beneficial to producers. These tasks include but are not limited to grant writing, grant administration, management of budgets, and communication with appropriate staff. Further, the position will evaluate program deliverables, efficiency, effectiveness, and outcomes. Findings will be used to evaluate efficacy, make recommendations, summarize findings, and develop reports as needed.
  
  The position will provide input to division management and help develop short and long-term goals for assigned areas. It will help measure impact and collect program data for reporting purposes.
  
  Full Position Description
  
  Salary Information
  
  The classification of this position is Agriculture Program Specialist - Senior, which is in schedule-range 07-03 with a starting pay between $30.00 to $35.17 per hour (or salary of $62,400 to $73,153.60) annually based on qualifications.
  
  This position is not represented by a collective bargaining unit. A 12-month probationary period is required. Pay for current state employees will be set in accordance with the State Compensation Plan at the time of hire.
  
  Job Details
  
  At DATCP, we strive to deliver efficient and effective programs and services to Wisconsin agriculture, consumers, and businesses. The Department has numerous on-the-job training (OJT) opportunities, unique to each Bureau.
  
  These OJT opportunities include direct experience and practice through collaboration with co-workers/supervisor, peer mentoring, and job-specific training modules including U.S. Department of Agriculture trainings.
  
  Conditions of Employment:
  
  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.
  
  Possession of a valid driver's license or the ability to provide one's own transportation for work purposes, is required.
  
  Travel is required for approximately 20% of this position's duties.
  
  Qualifications
  
  Minimally qualified candidates will have each of the following:
  • Experience with agricultural production and operation in areas such as organics, specialty crops, food security, or producer access.
  • Experience establishing relationships with agribusiness or food industry organizations.
  • Experience with budget development and monitoring, business administration and/or public policy.
  • Experience with data management and analysis including report creation for external stakeholders.
  In addition to the minimum qualifications above, highly qualified candidates will have one or more of the following:
  • Experience with program or grant support related to agricultural operations area such as organics, food security, producer access or similar.
  • Experience researching, analyzing, and presenting topics, economic data, or export data to stakeholders.
  • Experience with contract, grant development or administration (e.g., developing requests for proposals, ensuring compliance, providing assistance to grantees, monitoring expenditures, etc.).
  • Experience with agriculture program administration, including development, implementation, and evaluation (e.g. participation in strategic planning, using analytical methods to identify trends and business needs, develop training, service as a technical resource regarding program activities, initiatives, regulations, measure impact, etc.).
  
  How To Apply
  
  If viewing this posting on an external site (such as indeed.com, etc.), please visit Wisc.Jobs and search for this Job ID: 20592 to complete your application for this posting.
  
  DATCP is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. We provide reasonable accommodations to qualified applicants and employees with disabilities.
  
  The State of Wisconsin offers a special program for qualified veterans with a 30% or greater service-connected disability. If you are a qualified veteran, please visit the Veterans Employment page for application instructions to be considered for the Veterans Non-Competitive Appointment program. For complete information on veterans hiring programs that may benefit you, please visit the Employment page on WDVA's website.
  
  To be considered for this position, you will need to create an account (if you don't already have one) and apply online via the "Apply for Job" button listed on the top right of the job posting page. You will be required to upload a current resume and a letter of qualifications that clearly describes your qualifications and experience as they relate to the qualifications listed in this job posting.Review the applicant resources , including tips on how to write a resume and letter of qualifications.
  
  Submitted application materials 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, starting with those candidates who are deemed most qualified.
  
  For general Wisc.Jobs user information and technical assistance, please check the Frequently Asked Questions . Please address questions regarding the application process to Varinderjit Kaur at varinderjit.kaur1@wisconsin.gov .
  
  Deadline to Apply
  
  The deadline to apply for this position is 11:59 p.m. on Monday, April 20, 2026.

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