Statewide Local Program Manager

Introduction

Bring your Program Management skills to the Division of Transportation Investment Management as a Statewide Local Program Manager (Program and Policy Analyst Advanced)! This highly dynamic position directly impacts local government in solving real world transportation issues.

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.

WisDOT is a great place to work! In addition to meaningful and rewarding work, we offer a competitive benefits package featuring:

• 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.
• Excellent and affordable health, vision, and dental benefits (health plan options start at just $49/month for single plans and $122/month for family plans after two months of employment)
• A casual office atmosphere, flexible work schedules, and telework options depending on the position’s requirements
• An exceptional pension plan with employer match and lifetime retirement payment, plus an optional tax advantaged 457 retirement savings plan
• 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
• Use this Total Rewards Calculator to see the total value of our competitive benefits package!

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. For more information on WisDOT you can visit our website by clicking here.

The Wisconsin Department of Transportation is an organization dedicated to creating transportation solutions through innovation and exceptional service. We are committed to fostering an environment rooted in Integrity, Diversity, Excellence, and Accountability. Click here to learn more about how we apply these values in our work.

This recruitment may be used to fill similar vacancies over the next 6 months.

Position Summary

The Statewide Local Program Manager position administers WisDOT’s local federal improvement programs (totaling over $100 million annually) and provides on-going, complex program and policy development, analysis, monitoring, and evaluation. Managed programs include the Surface Transportation Program (STP), Local Bridge Improvement Assistance Program, and Local Small Structures Improvement Program (LSSIP). As the department’s recognized expert for these statewide programs and their issues, the incumbent develops and critiques large-scale policy modifications and concepts for division and department management, serving as a primary advisor on these issues. The position is responsible for monitoring the financial impact of these programs on the department in consultation with the Bureau of State Highway Programs (BSHP). The position routinely functions as a liaison with legislators, government officials, interest groups, Metropolitan Planning Organizations, other program managers, and region or central office staff in matters pertaining to these programs.

Salary Information

These positions are in schedule-range (07-03) with an annual salary of $68,640-$96,907, plus excellent benefits. A twelve-month probationary period is required. Pay for current state employees will be set in accordance with the Wisconsin State Compensation Plan.

Job Details

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.

Prior to any appointments for position(s) filled from this announcement, candidates may be subject to a comprehensive criminal background check which may include FBI fingerprinting.

Qualifications

A qualified candidate will have all of the following:

• Experience or training in managing program(s). (Activities may include planning, coordinating, implementing, and evaluating program activities; managing program priorities and resources; and collaborating with internal and external partners to achieve program goals.)
• Experience interpreting and/or applying rules, policies, or procedures.
• Experience working with or participating in state, federal, and/or local government activities, programs, or initiatives.(Activities may include working at a government agency, applying for, administering, or managing governmental grants, and/or working with governmental partners.)
• Experience communicating complex technical information to technical and non-technical audiences. Activities may include memos, reports, presentations or other written/verbal communication).

A well-qualified candidate will have at least one of the following:

• Advanced Excel skills to summarize data or create reports to support business operations. (Activities may include skills such as creating and/or combining pivot tables to summarize or present data, utilizing dynamic array formulas (such as VLOOKUP, XLOOKUP, INDEX/MATCH, etc.), advanced conditional formatting (highlighting thresholds, variances, setting customized rules, etc.).
• Experience in program analysis and management. (Activities may include monitoring program performance, developing recommendations for improvement, managing program resources, and evaluating program priorities and timelines.)
• Experience monitoring, analyzing, and implementing policy changes resulting from state and/or federal legislative or administrative action.

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

Applications are due at 11:59PM on September 28, 2026