Position Summary

The IS Business Automation Senior supports strategic planning, conducts business analysis, and takes ownership of the financial management practices for the Bureau of Information Technology. This position provides advanced-level professional analysis of workflows, systems, and finances to increase productivity, efficiency, and the resource management of a complex, highly productive information technology (IT) organization.

This position also analyzes existing budget practices, supports the development and maturation of existing financial workflows, and performs research to identify technology or other resources to improve outcomes of the bureau projects. The IS Business Automation Senior also serves as a liaison for procurement matters for internal customers and external stakeholders such as vendors, suppliers, or other state agencies.

This position also fulfills statuary Records and Forms Officer responsibilities for the department, maintaining awareness and oversight of records retention and disposition, guiding the maintenance of existing documents, development of new forms, and coordination with other state agencies. This position works closely with staff from all parts of the organization, acting as a resource for records management best practices, forms control, and continued compliance with state and federal standards.

Salary Information

This position is in schedule-range (07-34) with an annual salary of $72,800 - $93,600 (or $35 - $45 per hour), 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

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

Qualifications

Minimally qualified applicants must detail having experience in all of the following in order to be considered:

• Performing business analysis functions (e.g., collecting, interpreting, analyzing, and/or correlating data from a variety of information systems, sources, and/or databases)
• Generating training materials on policies, procedures, and/or systems and providing training to diverse audiences
• Managing and/or optimizing financial transactions/workflows (e.g., expenditure reports, estimates, budgets, internal audits)
• Developing recommendations for strategies, process improvements and/or planning based on data analysis and stakeholder/business needs

In addition to having experience in all of the above, a well qualified applicant will also have experience in at least one of the following:

• Performing purchasing, procurement, or acquisitions practices (such as liaising with vendors for quotes, obtaining organizational approval, completing purchase lifecycle from initial purchase request through dispatching of purchase order/credit card transaction, and periodic account reconciliation)
• Working with records as state and or federal law (to include retention, disposition, inventory, compliance activities, etc.)
• Utilizing software (e.g., Adobe Acrobat, Docusign, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Forms, Microsoft Word) to compose, design, maintain, and/or review forms

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.

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Deadline to Apply

All application materials must be received by 11:59 p.m. CST on July 21st, 2026.