Position Summary

This position performs as the functional technical lead/expert of software development for DCF's Child Care software applications portfolio. This position provides technical expertise for the design, governance, security, and management of childcare systems as well as overseeing and performing work that supports all phases of the software development life cycle (SDLC). This includes oversight and guidance on the development, implementation, testing, and maintenance of multi-platform including mainframe and client/server childcare systems. The incumbent provides leadership and guidance of state employees, consultants, and vendor staff.

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Salary Information

The classification title for this position is IS Systems Development Services Consultant/Administrator . The starting salary is between $51.64 and $60.00 per hour ($107,411 and $124,800 annually), depending on qualification s. 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 07-32. A one-year probationary period may be required.

Job Details

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.

Qualifications

Minimally qualified applicants will have:

• Experience performing IT application development technical lead duties (e.g., Reviewing business requirements to create technical specifications, ensure adherence to organizational standards, creating technical work breakdowns for developer task assignments, monitoring developer progress and performance etc.)
• Experience establishing development standards such as technical specifications, code reviews, checklists, and procedural documentation
• Experience analyzing application architectural and security review results (e.g. providing recommendations and plans for remediation based on the results of the review)

Well-qualified applicants will have:

• Experience designing an application and/or its architecture and incorporating IT security standards and concepts appropriately. (E.g. Authentication and authorization development experience, mitigating known security vulnerabilities, putting measures in place to ensure security vulnerabilities are easily discovered by the development team)
• Experience performing and/or leading Strategic Planning with an IT application development team. (e.g. developing a technical roadmap and or researching/analyzing/creating recommendations for current state vs. future state.)
• Experience leading or mentoring a technical team (monitoring personnel workload, providing coaching, mentoring and training, delegating work responsibilities, etc.)

How To Apply

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.

After you are logged in and are viewing the announcement, click "Apply Now." You will be asked to provide your personal information and required materials. Online applications that do not include all of the requested materials will not be considered.

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.

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.

Deadline to Apply

The deadline to apply is 11:59 PM on October 1, 2026. If you need assistance with the online application process, please contact, Megan Harper at 608-712-8730 or via email at [email protected] . Please see the Frequently Asked Questions for general wisc.jobs user information and technical assistance.