Budget & Policy Manager

State of Wisconsin; Madison (WI); Hybrid; USD 104,000 - 127,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Vacation and holidays

Health, dental, vision, and life保险

Pension plan

457 retirement plan

Well Wisconsin program

Employee Assistance Program

Public Service Loan Forgiveness

Job summary

The State of Wisconsin, Department of Corrections, is seeking a Budget Analyst to develop the department's biennial budget, annual review proposals, and capital budget requests. You will prepare budget guidelines, analyze needs, and liaise with the Department of Administration and Legislative Fiscal Bureau to finalize proposals.

Applicants must pass background checks, and the role offers a robust benefits package, a career Executive trial period, and the possibility of remote work up to three

Qualifications

• Experience developing and overseeing a state agency biennial budget.
• Ability to prepare budget briefings and related documents.
• Experience presenting budget needs to a governing body.
• Experience conducting training on budget topics.

Responsibilities

• Develop the Department’s biennial budget and annual review proposals.
• Prepare legislative and executive budget requests.
• Coordinate with Administration and Legislative agencies.
• Review statutory language to implement budget proposals.

Skills

Budget development

Budget briefs

Capital budget requests

Budget presentation

Budget training

Program analysis

Job description

Introduction

The Department of Corrections (DOC) is focused on public safety through the custody and supervision of those in our care. Corrections employees have the opportunity to positively impact the lives of others through careers in a variety of fields. Using evidence-based approaches, employees implement lasting change with a positive impact for the people of Wisconsin.

Position Summary

This position is responsible for the development of the Department’s biennial budget, annual review proposals, Joint Committee on Finance requests, Legislative Audit Bureau requests and preparation of the Department’s capital budget. This includes the development of budget guidelines, identification and study of key issues, analysis of divisional budget and capital requests, and development of alternative proposals for consideration. This position is also responsible for the review and preparation of the statutory language necessary to implement budget proposals and liaison with the Department of Administration and the Legislative Fiscal Bureau.

Salary Information

The starting pay is between $104000 and $127046 annually, plus excellent benefits. Pay upon appointment may vary and will be in accordance with language in the Compensation Plan, Statutes, and Administrative Code at the time of hire. The pay schedule/range is 81-01. A two-year Career Executive trial 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 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 DOC sponsorship) at the time of application. The Department of Corrections will conduct criminal background checks on applicants prior to selection to determine whether the circumstances of any conviction may be related to the job being filled. Upon hire, all new DOC employees are subject to fingerprinting.

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 to employment.

NOTE: This position is eligible to work remotely up to 3 days per week.

Qualifications

Minimally qualified applicants will have experience:

• Supervising and managing employees including developing and implementing unit objectives and programs.
• Analyzing organizational and programmatic needs in directing and developing a budget request; including developing budget briefings and related documents.

In Addition, Well Qualified Applicants Will Have Experience

• Developing and overseeing a state agency or facility biennial budget, which may also include oversight of leases or long-term state agency or facility planning.
• Preparing and presenting organizational budgetary needs to a governing body (e.g. State Legislature/Departments, Board of Directors, Administrators, etc.)
• Conducting training on budget related topics such as preparing and developing a budget and proposing capital budget requests.
• Analyzing and evaluating organizational programs, issues, and activities in various divisions of a decentralized organization.

Questions can be directed to Phia Vang, Human Resources Specialist at [e-mail].

The State of Wisconsin is an Equal Opportunity and affirming Action employer seeking a diverse and talented workforce. We provide reasonable accommodations to applicants and employees with disabilities.

The State of Wisconsin offers a special program for qualified veterans with a 30% or greater service-connected disability. If you are a qualified veteran, please visit the Veterans Employment page for application instructions to be considered for the Veterans Non-Competitive Appointment program.

Deadline to Apply

Online applications and materials must be submitted by 11:59pm on November 1st, 2026.

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