Position Summary

There are two (2) Program & Policy Analyst - Advanced vacancies:

Program & Policy - Advanced (HEART Program Coordinator)

Under general direction, the position coordinates program planning, policy development, grant oversight, and program evaluation to ensure grant programs operate effectively and comply with applicable state and federal requirements. The position also coordinates program activities with internal leadership, partner agencies, and external stakeholders to support successful program implementation and achievement of program goals. Under the general direction of the Director of the Office of Skills Development (OSD) in matters of policy development, program effectiveness and compliance, and oversight of the Healthcare Employment, Access, and Rural Transformation (HEART) grant program, this position is responsible for delegating and overseeing the work of project staff, including planning work, monitoring program performance for compliance, and providing feedback to the supervisor used in performance evaluations of staff. This position provides technical expertise on the HEART state and federal rules and regulations to the Director, DWD administration, OSD, project staff and stakeholders.

To learn more, please review the position description .

HEART Program & Policy Analyst - Advanced

This position will work with The Office of Skills Development (OSD) to coordinate the administration of the Healthcare Employment, Access, and Rural Transformation (HEART) program with DWD and DHS. Under general supervision, this position serves as a Program and Policy Analyst-Advanced responsible for designing and implementing a competitive rural workforce grant program of $150 million over a 5-year period. Additionally, the position conducts program and project analysis, planning, policy development, program oversight and coordination, performance monitoring, evaluation, technical assistance, and training from concept through implementation and beyond. The position develops program guidelines, application instructions, consults with grantees, supports policy and procedure development, assists with grant application review and award processes and serves as a technical expert for the program.

To learn more, please review the position description .

Salary Information

Starting pay is between $74,880 and $87,360 per year, depending on qualifications, plus an exemplary benefits package :

• 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 (2026 rates start at $45/month for single and $111/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.

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The classification titles for these positions is Program & Policy Analyst - Advanced (schedule 07, range 03). 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.

Job Details

Travel: Occasional statewide travel including overnight stays may be required.

Project Position Details: Wisconsin residency is required to be eligible for a project position. Project positions are temporary positions that provide benefits (including health insurance), but do not provide rights to a permanent civil service position, and do not lead to permanent status in class. Individuals appointed to a project position are not placed on a probationary period. These project positions are expected to last until July 2030.

Remote work: Employees with approved remote and hybrid-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: W e 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 completing the I-9 upon hire.

Qualifications

The qualifications listed below will be evaluated in the first step of the selection process and should be clearly described in your resume/letter of qualifications.

You need to have the following experience:

• Researching, analyzing, and/or interpreting complex written materials (i.e. federal or state legislation, regulations, administrative code, advisory or policy documents, etc.)
• Developing, planning, evaluating, and/or analyzing policies or programs
• Providing consultation or training on complex/technical topics (e.g. regulations, policies, systems upgrades, etc.) to persons with limited knowledge of the topic
• Developing and delivering a variety of oral and written work products (e.g. policies, guidance documents, brochures, issue papers, web site content, presentations, etc.)

Any of the following experience would be nice to have:

• Managing a project, serving in a leadership role, or as a facilitator of formal classroom training
• Administering state and/or federal grants on behalf of an organization granting funds to other groups
• Experience reviewing/processing financial requests, budgets, or similar

How To Apply

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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.

Deadline to Apply

Application materials must be submitted by 11:59 PM (central standard time) on Sunday, August 16, 2026.