Program And Policy Analyst Advanced

Position Summary

This position has responsibility for program development and planning, implementation of programs, collection of data to analyze and evaluate program effectiveness, management of multi-disciplinary programs and contract staff, forecasting trends related to effective programming, and researching effective program outcomes of treatment services to youth. The position advises direction for program implementation by assessing social and economic needs of clients in order to accurately administer the financial activities of multi-million dollars in programming. This position also implements state policies and guidelines of State and Federal laws, administrative rules, and state agency rules and regulations. The position also determines and evaluates contractual and programmatic performance outcomes and quality improvement plans to ensure Department goals are met.

Salary Information

This position is in pay schedule and range 07-03 with a starting pay of $32.23/hour - $46.59/hour, plus excellent benefits. Pay will be set in accordance with the Compensation Plan and Wisconsin Administrative Code in effect at the time of hire. A probationary period is required.

In addition to meaningful and rewarding work, we offer a competitive benefits package featuring:

• Substantial leave time including at least 3.5 weeks of vacation to start, 9 paid holidays, and ample accrued sick time that rolls over each year.

• Insurance : Excellent and affordable health, dental, vision, and life insurance.

• An exceptional pension plan including a lifetime retirement payment.

• An optional tax-advantaged 457 retirement savings plan .

• The Well Wisconsin Program helps participants set health and well-being goals, track progress, stay motivated, and earn incentives.

• Our Employee Assistance Program offers employees and their immediate family a variety of tools, resources, and professional consultation services to support their health, goals, and overall well-being.

• DOC is a qualifying employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness program.

• Please click here for a summary of State of Wisconsin employment benefits or click here to explore employment benefits on the website.

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Job Details

Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States (i.e. a citizen or national of the U.S., a lawful permanent resident, or an alien authorized to work in the U.S. without DOC sponsorship) at the time of application.

The Department of Corrections may conduct pre-employment drug screens. Any applicant who is offered employment in a position which requires a pre-employment drug screen must pass the screen as a contingency of employment.

The Department of Corrections will conduct criminal background checks on applicants prior to selection. Upon hire, all new DOC employees are subject to fingerprinting.

This position is eligible for remote work, up to three days per week.

Applicants must possess a valid driver's license and are required to meet State of Wisconsin fleet requirements. This position requires travel.

Qualifications

Minimally qualified applicants will have experience:

• Applying policy and program analysis techniques (i.e. research, design, data collection, etc.)

• Planning, developing, and implementing programs

• Evaluating and/or auditing programmatic performance outcomes and developing improvement plans or corrective action

In addition to the above, well-qualified applicant will have experience:

• Working with program budgets and purchasing processes

• Developing working relationships and working with community program organizations for client services

How To Apply

To apply, click on "Apply for Job" to start the application process. Follow the steps outlined in the application process and submit your application. Your resume and letter of qualifications should detail your training and experience specifically related to the qualifications section listed in the job posting and are limited to a maximum of 2 pages each.

The Department of Corrections has created extra guidance to assist you in developing your resume and letter of qualifications, if interested please click here . Submitted materials will be evaluated by a panel of job experts and the most qualified applicants will be invited to participate in the next step of the selection process.



Deadline to Apply

Online application and materials must be submitted by 11:59 pm on October 19, 2026.

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