Temp Bilingual Spanish Outreach Assistant

Temp Bilingual Spanish Outreach Assistant

Salary

$20.00 - $22.00 Hourly

Location

Apple Valley, MN

Job Type

6 month Temp

Remote Employment

Flexible/Hybrid

Job Number

75074.26.002

Department

VISITOR SERVICES PAY - 2450101

Division

Parks > 7005

Opening Date

10/23/2026

Closing Date

11/12/2026 4:30 PM Central

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General Description

POSTING TYPE: Open competitive posting opportunity

DEPARTMENT: Parks and Open Spaces

HOURS: Temporary; 10-20 hours per week

HIRING RANGE: $20.00 - $22.00 per hour

FLSA Status: non-exempt

LOCATION: Western Service Center, Apple Valley and Parks throughout Dakota County

UNION: None

CLOSE DATE: 4:30 pm on Thursday, November 12, 2026

What Youll Do

Dakota County Parks is seeking temporary Bilingual Spanish Outreach Assistants to work with our community engagement program. The incumbent in this position will assist the Parks Outreach Coordinator on a variety of projects to increase engagement, awareness, and visitation of the Dakota County Parks, particularly by communities underrepresented in regional parks visitation. Work may include: Preparing, staging and moving program materials, providing in-person outreach at events, coordinating small to medium sized events, supporting large special events, coordinating, leading, or supporting programs, and providing Spanish language verbal interpretation and written translation. Verbal interpretation may be consecutive or simultaneous, depending on the context, and may take place individually, in small or medium sized groups, and at large events of up to 1,000 participants. Candidates should be comfortable providing interpretation in all of these contexts.

The successful candidate must be bilingual in both English and Spanish (fluent in Spanish) and able to conduct smooth, culturally relevant communication, translation, interpretation, relationship building and high-quality delivery of programs, events, and service to Park visitors, staff, and community stakeholders. Staff must have the availability work at least one weekday evening and one Saturday or Sunday per week. This is a temporary position for four months (December 2026-March 2027) working part-time hours.

Who We Are

Dakota County offers rewarding career opportunities that make a real difference in people's lives. From maintaining roads to maintaining property records, protecting the environment to protecting our children's health, finding homes for those in need to finding justice for crime victims - the work we do touches the lives of each of our residents every day. We're proud of what we do. You can be too. Join our team of nearly 1,800 and launch a career where you can truly "Be More."

We offer more than just careers that make a difference; we also offer competitive benefits, work life balance, and convenient work locations. Will you be the next person to join us at Dakota County?

Minimum Qualifications

• Bilingual in both English and Spanish (fluent in Spanish) and able to conduct smooth, culturally relevant communication, translation, interpretation, relationship building and high-quality delivery of programs, events, and service to visitors, staff and stakeholders

AND

• Two years of work or volunteer experience in outreach, program and/or event support, education, or engagement focused on developing and maintaining relationships with diverse and underrepresented individuals, groups, and communities.

OR

• One year of undergraduate or community college coursework in Cultural Studies, Social Work, Social Science, Interpreting, Human Services, Ethnic Studies, Public Health, Communications, or a related field AND One year of community outreach, engagement or organizing experience focused on developing and maintaining relationships in diverse and underrepresented communities.

AND

• Valid drivers License

Strongly Preferred Skills & Experience:

• Experience with cross country ski, snowshoe, kick-sled, sled, tube, walk on frozen lakes, and doing bonfires. Training will be provided.
• Ability to hike distances up to 5 miles
• Availability to staff at least one weekday evening and one Saturday or Sunday per week.
• Ability to effectively collaborate, communicate and meet position goals while working both remotely and on-site during programs, events, and activities.
• Interest or experience conducting outdoor activities and connecting people to nature.
• Passion for promoting community and individual health and well-being.

Programs may include but are not limited to the following dates and shift times. Please note, these dates are tentative and may change as planning progresses but are included to give an idea of the typical days, times and shift lengths. Programs will take place primarily at Lebanon Hills Regional Park in Eagan and Whitetail Woods Regional Park in Farmington, but the location can include any Dakota County Park or greenway as well as community locations. Many programs are snow or ice-dependent and may be converted to a walk in the park, bonfire and s'mores program if snow conditions do not allow for the originally planned activity:

• Winter Season Staff Training; Tuesday December 1, 2026; 3:00pm-6:00pm
• Snowshoe Training; Tuesday, December 8, 2026; 3:00pm-6:00pm
• Cross Country Ski Training; Tuesday, December 15, 2026; 3:00pm-6:00pm
• Trails by Lantern light; Friday, December 18, 2026; 4:00pm-8:00pm
• Ski Club Session; Saturday, January 9, 2027; 7:30am-1:00pm
• Snowshoe Program; Sunday, January 10, 2027; 8:30am-1:30pm
• Sledding Program; Friday, January 15, 2027; 4:00pm-9:30pm
• Cross Country Ski Programs; Saturday, January 16, 2027; 8:30am-4:30pm
• Ice Fishing Program; Sunday, January 17, 2027; 11:30am-6:30pm
• Ski Club Session; Saturday, January 23, 2027; 7:30am-1:00pm
• Cross Country Ski Programs; Sunday, January 24, 2027; 8:30am-4:30pm
• Sledding Program, Friday, January 29, 2027; 4:00pm-9:30pm
• Ski Club Session; Saturday, January 30, 2027; 7:30am-1:00pm
• Ice Fishing Program; Saturday, January 30, 2027; 11:30am-6:30pm
• Kick-sledding Program; Wednesday, February 3, 2027; 4:30pm-9:30pm
• Ski Club Session, Saturday, February 6, 2027; 7:30am-1:00pm
• Cross Country Ski Program; Saturday, February 6, 2027; 1:30pm-6:30pm
• Ice Fishing Program; Sunday, February 7, 2027; 11:30am-6:30pm
• Kick-sledding Program; Thursday, February 11, 2027; 4:30pm-9:30pm
• Snowshoe Programs; Saturday, February 13, 2027; 8:30am-4:30pm
• Cross Country Ski Programs; Sunday, February 14, 2027; 8:30am-4:30pm
• Kick-sledding Program; Thursday, February 18, 2027; 4:30pm-9:30pm
• Ski Club Session; Saturday, February 20, 2027; 7:30am-1:00pm
• Snowshoe Programs; Sunday, February 21, 2027; 8:30am-12:30pm-4:30pm
• Ski Club Session; Saturday, February 27, 2027; 7:30am-1:00pm
• Fiesta en la Nieve event; Sunday, February 28, 2027; 11:00am-7:00pm
• Kick-sledding Program; Wednesday, March 3, 2027; 4:30pm-9:30pm
• Sledding Program; Friday, March 5, 2027; 4:00pm-9:30pm
• Ski Club Session; Saturday, March 6, 2027; 7:30am-1:00pm

Duties & Responsibilities

These examples do not include all possible tasks in this work and do not limit the assignment of related tasks in any position of this classification. Regular attendance according to the positions management approved work schedule is required for all positions.

• Build, support and maintain positive relationships with the public, including communities underrepresented in regional park visitation including Black, Indigenous and people of color and low-income households.
• Lead programs, events, and activities in the English and Spanish languages.
• Support the parks events and programs by assisting with the coordination of planning, logistics, promotion, and leading implementation.
• Frequent local travel (within Dakota County primarily and occasionally outside of Dakota County in the Twin Cities metro area) moving, lifting, preparation and transportation of event and program materials is frequent and required for this position. Materials include tables, tents, boxes, chairs, recreational equipment and other supplies. Occasional use of a platform ladder to pull program materials and supplies. Driving Dakota County vehicles to transport materials and supplies.
• Implement tactics to increase awareness of Dakota County Parks including event-based outreach, distribution of informational materials and other strategies.
• Provide administrative and programmatic support to the park's marketing, awareness, and promotional efforts.
• Act as a positive and professional representative of Dakota County Parks in the community.
• Conduct Spanish language translations of communications materials such as fliers, maps, brochures, and Facebook posts. Review translations for accuracy.
• Provide Spanish language interpretation for park staff during programs, events, and activities. This can include both simultaneous and consecutive interpreting as well as interpreting presentations in front of large groups of up to 1000 people.
• Track data accurately, punctually and provide feedback to inform future efforts.
• Performs related work as required.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities and Work Environment

• Cultural awareness, humility, and desire to build intercultural connections.
• Active listener and learner. Effective interpersonal and communication skills.
• Punctuality, ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines.
• Self-driven and able to organize work efficiently and effectively.
• Basic proficiency in office software programs (e.g., Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).
• Strong racial equity lens and ability to work effectively with people from diverse backgrounds. Passion for diversity, equity, and inclusion work.
• Interest in parks, nature, and community-building.
• Ability to lift and move equipment including recreational equipment, tents, chairs, tables and other items as needed.
• Basic proficiency in office software programs (e.g. Microsoft Word, Excel PowerPoint, and Outlook)

Work Environment

Dakota County aims to create an environment that is welcoming and inclusive of diverse people, backgrounds, and experiences. Our goal is to have a workforce that is reflective of the communities and individuals we serve. We promote an equitable and culturally aware working environment where everyone can be their authentic selves.

Work is performed at parks, community event sites and remotely but will sometimes take place at the Dakota County Western Service Center. Very frequent travel is required, including travel to community events, partner sites and parks. Position requires travel within Dakota County and will require occasional use of a personal vehicle. Must have the physical ability to staff outreach events, which may be held outdoors in different types of weather conditions, and include hiking, canoeing, kayaking, archery, fishing, music events and other outdoor activities. Lifting requirement of up to 50 pounds on an occasional basis. Equipment used may include, but is not limited to, computers, tablets, printers, phones, copier, fax machines, recreation equipment, bikes, pumps, and other tools.

Please note: This position is being posted by Dakota County as a service to this agency. Any applications submitted for this position are an expressed interest of employment with the agency and will in no way be considered an expressed interest of employment with Dakota County. Dakota County benefits are not applicable.

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• Applicants for this recruitment will be rated based on their answers to the supplemental questions listed below and application materials. It is IMPERATIVE that information provided on the application and resume are detailed and clearly outline your work experience & skills. They must also support and/or match answers to the supplemental questions. Please initial the box below to CONFIRM that the information provided is accurate and true to the best of your knowledge. Falsification may result in disqualification from consideration for this and subsequent recruitments with Dakota County for up to three years.

02

Minimum Qualification - Are you bilingual in both English and Spanish (fluent in Spanish) and able to conduct smooth, culturally relevant conversations, translation, and interpretation (consecutive and simultaneous, to small and large groups)?

• Yes
• No

03

Minimum Qualification - Do you have a valid drivers license?

• Yes
• No

04

Minimum Qualification - Identify your years of work or volunteer experience in outreach, program and/or event support, education, or engagement focused on developing and maintaining relationships with diverse and underrepresented individuals, groups, and communities.

• No experience
• Less than 1 year
• 1 year
• 2 years
• 3 years
• 4 years
• 5+ years

05

Please describe your most significant community outreach effort.

06

Minimum Qualification - Do you have at least one year of undergraduate or community college coursework or a completed degree in Cultural Studies, Social Work, Social Science, Interpreting, Human Services, Ethnic Studies, Public Health, Communications, or a related field?

• Yes
• No

07

Identify your years of specific programs and/or events experience as described in the minimum qualifications. Identify only completed years, do not round up.

• Less than 1 year
• 1 year
• 2 years
• 3 years
• 4+ years
• No experience

08

Please describe your most significant program or event effort. If you have no experience, type "none".

09

Identify your years of experience conducting or leading activities in the Spanish language.

• Less than 1 year
• 1 year
• 2 years
• 3 years
• 4+ years
• No experience

10

Identify your years of experience conducting English/Spanish interpretation and/or translation.

• Less than 1 year
• 1 year
• 2 years
• 3 years
• 4+ years
• No experience

11

Identify below the program(s) that you have experience using to complete office work.

• Microsoft Excel
• Microsoft Word
• Microsoft Outlook

12

Can you commit to staffing at least one evening and one weekend day (Saturday or Sunday) per week throughout the winter season, including, but not limited to, the dates listed in the posting?

• Yes
• No
• Maybe

13

Do you have experience using, organizing, maintaining, moving, setting-up and tearing-down equipment for programs and events?

• Yes
• No

14

Do you have the ability to hike distances up to 5 miles, cross country ski, snowshoe, kick-sled, sled, tube, walk on frozen lakes, and do bonfires? Training will be provided.

• Yes
• No

15

Your response to this question will help Dakota County evaluate the effectiveness of recruitment sources for this specific position. Please select the one source that most closely describes how you first learned about this opportunity.

• Facebook
• Friend, Family or Colleague
• Indeed
• Job Fair or Dakota County Event
• Job Interest e-mails from Dakota County
• League of Minnesota Cities
• LinkedIn
• Diversityjobs.com
• Minnesotaworks.net
• Minnesota Association of Counties
• Monster
• Professional Association Website
• Referred by a Dakota County Employee
• College Website, Instructor, Career Services
• Dakota County Website
• Other

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If you selected Other, please indicate where you heard about this opportunity with Dakota County.

Required Question

Employer Dakota County

Address Administration Center

1590 Highway 55

Hastings, Minnesota, 55033-2372

Phone 651.438.4435

Website http://dakotacountymn.gov