Are you a collaborative leader looking to make a lasting impact on Wisconsin's Workforce? Apply today to serve in a key management role overseeing policy development and administration of federally-funded workforce training programs!

The Department of Workforce Development (DWD) offers interesting and meaningful work with an employee-friendly and inclusive work environment, work-life balance, a casual office environment, flexibility, and many opportunities to grow your skills. The State of Wisconsin offers an exemplary benefits package with:

• Generous paid time off, including at least 3 1/2 weeks of vacation/personal time, nine paid holidays, and ample sick time that rolls over each year with no cap.
• Excellent and affordable health insurance options (starting at $39/month for single and $97/month for family coverage).
• Other great insurance options (dental, vision, life, and more).
• A top-notch retirement program and optional tax advantaged 457 retirement savings plan.
• A Well Wisconsin program, offering wellness tools and rewards to employees and spouses.
• A free and confidential employee assistance program that offers employees and their household members tools, resources, and professional consultation services.

Public service is rewarding! This position may be eligible for Public Service Loan Forgiveness. Apply now to find out why there's so much to love about working for Wisconsin.

This position offers the option to work up to 100% remotely and is headquartered at our downtown Madison location (201 E. Washington Ave.). Occasional in-person time may be required based on business needs.

This recruitment may be used to fill future similar vacancies (permanent, project or Limited Term).

This position performs complex management and administrative responsibilities related to the effective and efficient operation of the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA) Adult, Dislocated Worker, Youth programs, and other federally-funded workforce training programs.

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Starting pay is between $93,600 and $99,840 per year, depending on qualifications, plus excellent benefits.

The classification title for this position is Workforce Development Program Manager (schedule 81, range 02). A 2-year Career Executive Trial Period will be required. This position is not represented in a collective bargaining unit and is considered exempt under the Fair Labor Standards Act.

Pay will be set in accordance with the State Compensation Plan in effect at the time of appointment. Starting pay may vary for current state employees.

Travel: Occasional travel, including some overnight stays, is required.

Remote work: Employees with approved remote work arrangements are generally expected to work within the state of Wisconsin. High-speed internet access is required to meet the needs of remote work. Remote work options are subject to change.

Criminal histories: We also consider all qualified applicants with criminal histories, consistent with applicable federal, state and local law. Finalists for this position may be required to allow DWD to conduct a background check or other checks to determine whether the circumstances of any conviction may be related to the job being filled. For positions with access to sensitive federal tax information, FBI fingerprinting may also be required.

Eligibility to work in United States: Applicants must be legally entitled to work in the United States (i.e. a US citizen or national or a lawful permanent resident) at the time of appointment. DWD does not sponsor visas and is not an eligible OPT employer for those with F1 visas. This is not a contract position. Any appointment made will be contingent on the applicant being able to prove valid status to work in the United States.

Disabled veterans: Qualified veterans with a 30% or more service-connected disability are eligible for non-competitive appointment to permanent positions in classified civil service under s 230.275 WI Stats. Email the HR contact listed in this announcement for information on how to apply under this provision.

Qualifications marked with an asterisk (*) below will be evaluated in the first step of the selection process. Additional qualifications may be evaluated in subsequent steps.

You need to have the following experience:

• Program and/or project coordination (e.g. organizing and leading workgroups, developing and implementing programs, developing timetables and monitoring programs for progress, managing tasks with competing priorities, etc.).
• Researching, analyzing, and/or interpreting complex written materials (e.g. federal or state legislation, regulations or administrative code, advisory or policy documents, contracts and/or grant agreements, etc.)
• Negotiation and conflict resolution (e.g. mediation, advocacy, dispute resolution, contract negotiation, etc.).
• Communicating complex information to a diverse audience.
• Providing leadership in a team setting (e.g. managing change, facilitating continuous improvement, maintaining accountability, etc.).

Any of the following experience would be nice to have:

• Supervising staff.
• Managing federal grants (i.e. applying for federal grants, managing grant application process, monitoring grant compliance, grant reporting, ensuring allowable grant expenditures, etc.).
• Writing and/or implementing federal and/or state policies.
• Working in a workforce development or public safety net program.

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Please note that once you submit your application, you will not be able to update your materials.

What happens next? A panel will review your application materials to determine your eligibility for further consideration in the selection process. The most qualified applicants will be invited to participate in the next step of the selection process, which is typically a virtual interview.

DWD is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity 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 applicants and employees with disabilities.

Application materials must be submitted by 11:59 PM (central standard time) on Tuesday, April 30th, 2024.