The Wisconsin Department of Children and Families (DCF), Division of Safety and Permanence, Bureau of Permanence and Out-of-Home Care is currently recruiting to fill an Interstate Compact on the Placement of Children (ICPC) Specialist position. DCF offers great benefits, personal growth opportunities and work-life balance as a State of Wisconsin employee; and the intrinsic reward associated with serving the children and families of Wisconsin.

This position may allow hybrid work for a portion of the work schedule up to 90% depending on the employee’s preference and needs of the work unit. Any hybrid work flexibility that may be available will be discussed in more detail in the interview process.

The State of Wisconsin continues to follow necessary health and safety protocols for COVID. Please visit Division of Personnel Management Coronavirus - COVID-19 (wi.gov) for the most up-to-date information. Guidance may be subject to change.

For positions that do allow hybrid work flexibility, employees may need to report to a DCF office location on short notice. There is no mileage reimbursement when traveling to the headquarter location. Our DCF locations are in the following cities: Madison, Milwaukee, Green Bay, Eau Claire, and Rhinelander. Employees need to report to the 201 W. Washington Ave. Madison, WI office or the 635 N 26 St. Milwaukee, WI office on their first day for onboarding and orientation.

High speed internet access is required to meet the needs of remote work.

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DCF’s vision is that all Wisconsin children and youth are safe and loved members of thriving families and communities. For more information about DCF, visit our website at http://dcf.wi.gov/.

This position coordinates the Interstate Compact on the Placement of Children (ICPC) program on a statewide basis for the Department of Children and Families (DCF). The position has Departmental authority to approve or deny requests for children's parental, relative, adoptive, foster or residential placement into Wisconsin and sends completed requests to state jurisdictions. The position also provides consultation/technical assistance to public and private agency staff/supervisors in ICPC offices on both a statewide and national basis as necessary. The work is performed within the limits of statutes, agency regulations and policies and the federal ICPC regulations. The employee exercises individual initiative and independent judgment in the performance of these duties. The position requires a strong understanding of child welfare practice, including out-of-home care policies and rules, and permanency options. The position is also a Deputy Compact Administrator for Wisconsin.

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The classification title for this position is Social Services Specialist. The starting salary is between $22.51 and $33.00 per hour ($46,820 and $68,640 annually), depending on qualifications. Pay for current State of WI employees will be based on the compensation plan in effect at the time of the appointment. Pay for current state employees who are transferring will be determined based upon the pay on transfer rules (higher level duties or equity) as outlined in the compensation plan in effect at the time of appointment.

The pay schedule/range is 12-63. A one-year probationary period may be required.

Due to the nature of the position, final candidates may be required to allow DCF to conduct a security background check to determine whether the circumstances of any pending charges or convictions would be substantially related to the job being filled.

Applicants must be legally entitled to work in the United States (i.e., a citizen or national of the U.S., a lawful permanent resident, an alien authorized to work in the U.S. without DCF sponsorship.) The Department of Children and Families does not sponsor visas, either at time of hire or at any later time.

Minimally qualified applicants will have:

• Professional or direct lived experience in child welfare or another related human services field with direct ties to child welfare (such as behavioral health or mental health crisis, head start and/or home visiting, wraparound, etc.).
• Experience using electronic medical record systems (NEICE, eWiSACWIS, etc.), or other similar documentation systems, to complete required program responsibilities.
• Experience delivering program services and conducting eligibility determination in accordance with Federal or State statutes/regulation or Administrative Rules
• Experience supporting families with a track record of “putting families first” philosophy (prioritizing the needs and well-being of families, eliminating barriers to equitable services, etc.).

Well-qualified applicants will have:

• Experience applying principles of diversity and equity efforts within a system or organization (designing policies or practices to promote equal access to system resources, engaging in community outreach efforts, conducting cultural competency assessments, etc.).
• Experience working with data-driven performance monitoring and/or quality improvement approaches (conducting readiness assessments, monitoring of sustainability or change plans, etc.).
• Experience working with Interstate Compact on the Placement of Children (ICPC) or the Interstate Compact for Juveniles, including regulations and requirements.

If you haven’t already done so, you will need to create an account and apply online. You must apply online to be considered for this position. Application materials will not be accepted if received in an e-mail, as a hard copy or a fax. Applications received after the deadline will not be accepted.

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Your letter of qualifications and resume are very important parts of your application at DCF and are used during our evaluation process to determine your qualifications as they relate to the job. View instructions on developing your resume and letter of qualifications for your DCF application and what should be included in these materials.

Submitted materials will be evaluated by one or more subject matter experts and qualified applicants will be invited to participate in the next step of the selection process.

The State of Wisconsin is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer seeking a diverse and talented workforce. Veterans, women, people of color, LGBTQIA+, and people with disabilities are encouraged to apply. We provide reasonable accommodations to qualified applicants and employees with disabilities.

Veterans with at least a 30% service-connected disability rating should contact the HR Specialist listed in this posting regarding eligibility for consideration under the non-competitive appointment process. For a list job categories that match our positions, see our Military Crosswalk to match your skills.

Permanent classified state employees who are eligible for consideration (transfer, voluntary demotion, or former employees as a reinstatement) must complete the application process to apply.

The deadline to apply is 11:59 PM on May 8, 2024. If you need assistance with the online application process, please contact, Jenn Xiong at 608-422-6418 or via email at [email protected]. Please see the Frequently Asked Questions for general wisc.jobs user information and technical assistance.