Program & Policy Analyst - Project Position

Introduction

The Department of Safety and Professional Services mission is to promote economic growth and stability while protecting the citizens of Wisconsin as designated by statute. What We Are Looking For: DSPS is looking for a new member to join the Division of Professional Credentialing Processing to work as a Program and Policy Analyst. We're looking for someone who has excellent interpersonal skills and an innate desire to improve processes for both our customers and employees.

Where We Are Located: After an initial training period, this position offers a hybridized work schedule. The position will be headquartered at and required to work from the Hill Farms State Office Building in Madison, WI at least 2 days per week. All employees working a hybrid work schedule are generally expected to telework from within the State of Wisconsin. This topic will be discussed more at the time of the interview.

What We Offer: DSPS is a great place to work! In addition to meaningful and rewarding work, we offer:

• Substantial leave time including at least 3.5 weeks of paid leave time to start, 9 paid holidays, and 130 hours of sick time that roll over each year.
• Well Wisconsin Wellness Program
• A free and confidential employee assistance program that offers employees and their immediate family dependents a variety of tools, resources, and professional consultation services to support their health, goals, and overall well-being

In addition to our generous employee benefits, we strive for inclusivity and celebrate different religious holidays and cultural observances and provide flexibility for utilizing paid time off for such celebrations.

Position Summary

The Program and Policy Analysis plays a key role in improving policies, programs, and operations with the Division of Professional Credentialing Processing. This position analyzes programs and processes, develops and implements policies and procedural improvements, and leads special projects that support efficient, effective, and compliant operations. This role prepares reports, data analysis, and briefing materials for division leadership and the Office of the Secretary. This position supports strategic planning, budgeting efforts, and monitors program performance to identify opportunities for improvement. This position also serves for the division lead for training, including onboarding, division wide training initiatives, and leadership development.

Salary Information

This position is in schedule-range (07-04) with an annual salary of $57,200-$74,381 plus excellent benefits .

Job Details

Wisconsin Residency Is Required For Project-project Positions. This project-project position has been authorized through June 26th, 2027 or until the funding is no longer available, whichever comes first. Prior to any appointments for position(s) filled from this announcement, candidates may be subject to a comprehensive criminal background check.

This state agency does not sponsor work visas. This state agency is not enrolled in USCIS E-Verify and is not eligible to employ international F-1 students seeking STEM-OPT extension. Any appointment made will be contingent on the applicant being able to prove valid status to work in the United States.

Qualifications Qualified applicants will have experience with ALL the following:

• Experience researching, analyzing, or summarizing laws, rules, or regulations.
• Experience developing guidance materials or job aids to promote consistent processes and procedures.
• Experience measuring or verifying data related to a program.
• (Activities may include: data collection, management and analysis; identify deficiencies in data linkages/ quality; data warehousing techniques)
• Experience with program or project coordination (e.g. organizing and leading workgroups, development and implement programs, develop timetables and monitor program for progress, etc.).

How To Apply

Apply online! To apply, click “Apply for Job” to start the application process. Then, you will access your existing account or to create a new account if you don’t have an account. Once you are logged in, click “Apply for Job.” Follow the steps outlined in the application process and submit your application.

This application requires you to submit a resume and letter of qualifications. Within your resume and letter of qualifications, you should describe your education, training, and experience as it relates to items listed in the “Qualifications” section of the job announcement. Your application materials are very important parts of your application and are used during our evaluation process to determine your eligibility for the position. For instructions on how to develop and what should be included in these materials, please view the Resume and Letter of Qualifications Tips document. Please view the ensuring a fair and equitable hiring process document to find out more information on the State of WI selection process. The vast majority of applicants are able to outline their background and experience in their resume within 1-3 pages. Any resumes or letters of qualifications submitted with more than 3 pages will not be considered after page 3.

Permanent classified state employees who are eligible for consideration (transfer or voluntary demotion) should complete the application process as described above by the stated deadline.

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 and review method 2 for application instructions to be considered for the Veterans Non-Competitive Appointment program.

Submitted materials will be evaluated by a panel of job experts and the most qualified applicants will be invited to participate in the next step of the selection process. For general wisc.jobs user information and if you are experiencing issues and need technical assistance, please see the wisc.jobs Frequently Asked Questions page. Questions related to obtaining the job description and details about this specific job posting can be directed to Chanda Kaz at [email protected] or 608-267-2837.

Deadline to Apply

The deadline to apply is 11:59 PM: CST on October 22, 2026.