Program and Policy Analyst Advanced

State of Wisconsin; Madison (WI); Hybrid; USD 62,000 - 93,000; Full time

Job summary

The State of Wisconsin is seeking a Program and Policy Analyst Advanced to join the Department of Safety and Professional Services. This role involves conducting research and analysis to inform policy decisions and engage with various stakeholders. The position offers a hybrid work schedule and a competitive benefits package, including substantial leave time and health benefits.

Benefits

Substantial leave time

Affordable health, vision, and dental benefits

Flexible work schedules

Exceptional pension plan

Well Wisconsin Wellness Program

Employee assistance program

Qualifications

• Experience with conducting research and analyzing data.
• Ability to develop recommendations based on data analysis.
• Experience presenting results to others.

Responsibilities

• Overseeing program and policy matters related to consumer protection.
• Gathering and analyzing data to address policy issues.
• Developing and implementing recommendations impacting the Division.

Skills

Research

Data Analysis

Presentation Skills

Job description

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Introduction

The Department of Safety and Professional Services mission is to promote economic growth and stability while protecting the citizens of Wisconsin as designated by statute. DSPS and related professional boards protect the citizens of Wisconsin by ensuring the safe and competent practice of licensed professionals; performing inspections of commercial buildings, amusement rides, boilers, elevators, pressurized gas systems, and electrical systems; and performing plan reviews of commercial building, plumbing, fire suppression, elevators, boilers, and private onsite wastewater treatments systems.

What We Are Looking For: An individual with great attention to detail to provide research, analysis, and recommendations to the Department of Safety and Professional Services, Division of Legal Services and Compliance.

Where We Are Located: After an initial training period, this position offers a hybridized work schedule. The position will be headquartered at and required to work from the Hill Farms State Office Building in Madison, WI at least 2 days per week. All employees working a hybrid work schedule are still expected to telework from within the State of Wisconsin. This topic will be discussed more at the time of the interview.

What We Offer: DSPS is a great place to work! In addition to meaningful and rewarding work, we offer a competitive benefits package featuring:

• Substantial leave time including at least 3.5 weeks of paid leave time to start, 9 paid holidays, and 130 hours of sick time that roll over each year.
• Excellent and affordable health, vision, and dental benefits (health plan options start at just $42/month for single plans and $104/month for family plans after two months of employment)
• A casual office atmosphere, flexible work schedules, and telework options depending on the position’s requirements
• An exceptional pension plan with employer match and lifetime retirement payment, plus an optional tax advantaged 457 retirement savings plan
• Well Wisconsin Wellness Program
• A free and confidential employee assistance program that offers employees and their immediate family dependents a variety of tools, resources, and professional consultation services to support their health, goals, and overall well-being
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In addition to our generous employee benefits, we strive for inclusivity and celebrate different religious holidays and cultural observances and provide flexibility for utilizing paid time off for such celebrations.

Position Summary

The Program and Policy Analyst Advanced is responsible for overseeing program and policy matters related to consumer protection, enforcement initiatives, and regulatory bodies affiliated with the Department. The position involves independently gathering and analyzing data to address policy, procedural, operational, and organizational issues. It includes developing and implementing recommendations and plans that impact both the Division and the Department. The role requires conducting in-depth research, strategic planning, and analysis on complex issues, as well as formulating policy options. Additionally, the position performs a broad range of high-level administrative functions related to program management and engages with a diverse group of stakeholders—including elected and appointed officials at the state, local, and federal levels, professional associations, credential holders, the public, and the media.

Salary Information

This position is in schedule-range (07-03) with an annual salary of $62,400-$92,206, 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.

This state agency does not sponsor work visas. Any appointment made will be contingent on the applicant being able to prove valid status to work in the United States.

Certain positions within this Department may allow remote/work from home flexibility for a portion of their work schedule, depending on the needs of the position and the work unit. This topic and any remote work flexibility that may be available will be discussed in more detail in the interview process. For permanent positions that allow remote work flexibility, it is not anticipated that working outside of Wisconsin (or bordering cities) will be allowed because positions may need to report to office locations in Wisconsin on short notice.

Qualifications

A minimally qualified applicant must have experience with all the below:

• Experience and/or training with conducting research, collecting data, and analyzing data. This includes determining the most effective means to collect data.
• Experience and/or training with compiling results and developing summaries from data collection efforts. This includes analyzing the data to develop the summary documents.
• Experience and/or training with developing recommendations for business strategies and plans based on data analysis.
• Experience and/or training with presenting results/summaries/strategies/plans to others in written and/or verbal methods.
  
  

Well-qualified Applicants Will Also Have Experience

• Experience and/or training with program and project analysis and evaluation. This includes making recommendations for improvements based on completed analysis.
• Experience working with state statute or administrative code.
• Experience and/or training with developing recommendations to be used in creating policies for an organization.
  
  

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.

Your application materials are very important parts of your application and are used during our evaluation process to determine your qualifications as they relate to the job. For instructions on how to develop and what should be included in these materials, click here. For more information on the basics of the selection process and how the State of WI ensures fair and equitable treatment of all applicants, click here. The vast majority of applicants are able to outline their background and experience in their resume in 1-3 pages. Any resumes submitted with more than 10 pages will not be considered after page 10. If this job posting requires a letter of qualifications, the same limit applies.

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.

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. Questions related to the job and how to apply can be directed to Chanda Kaz at [e-mail] or 608-267-2837. For general wisc.jobs user information and technical assistance, please see the wisc.jobs Frequently Asked Questions page.

Deadline to Apply

The deadline to apply is 11:59PM CST on May 27th, 2025

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

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  Other

• Industries

  Government Administration

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