Program and Policy Analyst - Adv

Location: Madison

Deadline

11:59 PM, November 8, 2026

Salary Information

Pay will be determined in accordance with the Wisconsin Compensation Plan. This position is in schedule-range 07-03.

Remote Work

The person hired into this position may request to work the majority of their work hours remotely. Occasional in-office time will be required to meet business needs. Remote work options subject to change. This position is headquartered at GEF 1 (201 East Washington Ave.) in Madison.

Job Duties

Under the general supervision of the Director of the Office of Policy and Budget (OPB), this Program & Policy Analyst – Advanced position is involved in high-level research and analyses of budget related policies and procedures that support delivery of the programs and services administered by DWD. This position will analyze, synthesize, and document legislation and organizational or programmatic policies; including federal and state laws, rules, and guidelines; to provide stakeholders with information for their use in making policy and budget decisions.

Qualifications

You need to have the following experience:

Analyzing and developing policies which could include the following activities: planning, scheduling, facilitating, developing recommendations, implementation, and analysis.
Facilitating or managing projects or initiatives from beginning to end.
Evaluating projects/initiatives/programs and implementing change/improvements.
Drafting a variety of materials communicating complex information to others.
Experience juggling competing priorities.

Any of the following experience would be nice to have:

Administering or leading a performance measure or continuous improvement initiative (activities may include: identification of potential improvement opportunities, analyzing alternatives, and developing and presenting recommendations, etc.)
Leading cross-divisional and/or cross-agency workgroups or project teams.
Providing executive level presentations and briefings.
Analyzing state and/or federal legislation for its impact on state programs and operations.

Background Check

A criminal background check or other checks may be required prior to appointment.

How to Apply

Current permanent DWD employees in the same, counterpart or higher pay range of this position (compare classifications should submit a resume and cover letter describing their qualifications as they relate to this position. Submit materials to LKBJobs@dwd.wisconsin.gov no later than 11:59 PM on Sun, Nov 8, 2026.