Program and Policy Analyst-Advanced

State of Wisconsin; Milwaukee (WI); Hybrid; USD 106,020,000 - 123,213,000; Full time

Job summary

The Wisconsin Department of Children and Families, Division of Milwaukee Child Welfare, BRAP, is seeking a Program and Policy Analyst - Advanced in Milwaukee, WI. This role provides research, evaluation, monitoring, and direction for child welfare programs while ensuring compliance with laws and policies.

The position supports coordination across divisions, improving outcomes for children and families and acts as a SME to staff and providers.

Qualifications

• Experience in a field related to Child Protective Services (CPS) and related duties.
• Experience using eWiSACWIS or similar systems to research and procure information.
• Experience interpreting and applying state and federal laws, WI Admin Rules, and policies/procedures.

Responsibilities

• Provide research, evaluation, monitoring, and direction across program areas for Milwaukee child welfare.
• Coordinate program activities and evaluate performance outcomes and quality improvement plans.
• Serve as subject matter expert and liaison to staff and providers to ensure coordinated service delivery.

Skills

CPS experience

eWiSACWIS experience

Legal and policy interpretation

Multi-disciplinary collaboration

Project management

Leading projects/workgroups

Urban community experience

Tools

eWiSACWIS

Job description

Introduction

The Wisconsin Department of Children and Families (DCF), Division of Milwaukee Child Welfare (DMCW), Bureau of Research, Analytics, and Programs is currently recruiting to fill a Program and Policy Analyst - Advanced position in Milwaukee, WI. This position is part of the Metrics, Analytics, and Review Section. DCF offers great benefits, personal growth opportunities and work-life balance as a State of Wisconsin employee; and the intrinsic reward associated with serving the children and families of Wisconsin. To learn more about DCF’s complete compensation package, please visit our Total Rewards Calculator!

This position is headquarters at our Milwaukee office and will have the option to work hybrid approximately four days per week (85%). This schedule may change based on training or operational needs. Employees need to report to the office, located at 635 N 26 St. Milwaukee, WI on their first day for onboarding and orientation.

High speed internet access is required to meet the needs of hybrid work.

Come see why DCF is such a great place to work!

DCF is committed to the important work of helping children, youth and families become safer, more secure and progress down the road to true independence. For more information about DCF, visit our website at http://dcf.wi.gov/.

Position Summary

Under the general direction of the Program & Policy Supervisor in the Metrics, Analysis & Review Section (MARS) of the Bureau of Research, Analytics & Programs (BRAP), this position provides research, evaluation, monitoring, and direction related to all program areas responsible for providing child welfare services to children and families in Milwaukee County. This position assists in the coordination of child welfare programs and evaluates program effectiveness of multiple program areas within the Division of Milwaukee Child Welfare (DMCW). This position also determines compliance with State and Federal Laws, Wisconsin Administrative Rules, DMCW policies and procedures, and established corrective action plans. Through family case reviews and the collection, maintenance, and evaluation of data, this position determines and evaluates contractual and programmatic performance outcomes and quality improvement plans to ensure and enhance child safety, permanency, and well-being as well as the implementation of sound practice through adherence to policy and procedure. Acts as a resource, subject matter expert, and liaison to direct-practice staff and local child welfare service providers to ensure that child protective services are provided through a coordinated delivery system.

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Salary Information

The classification title for this position is Program and Policy Analyst - Advanced. The starting salary is between $37.00 and $43.00 per hour ($76,960 and $89,440 annually), depending on qualifications. Pay for current and new State of WI employees will be based on the compensation plan in effect at the time of the appointment. Pay for current state employees who are transferring will be determined based upon the pay on transfer rules (higher level duties or equity) as outlined in the compensation plan in effect at the time of appointment.

The pay schedule/range is 07-03. A one-year probationary period may be required.

Job Details

Due to the nature of the position, final candidates may be required to allow DCF to conduct a security background check to determine whether the circumstances of any pending charges or convictions would be substantially related to the job being filled.

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 DCF sponsorship.) The Department of Children and Families does not sponsor visas, either at time of hire or at any later time.

Qualifications

Minimally qualified applicants will have

• Experience working in a field related to Child Protective Services (CPS) (e.g. Access, Initial Assessment, Policy & Procedure, In-Home Services, Foster Care Licensing, Adoption, Social Work, Family Law, Juvenile Justice, Law Enforcement and Public Safety, Community and Family Support Services, etc.)


• Experience using eWiSACWIS or similar automated database systems to research and procure business information


• Experience interpreting and applying state and federal laws, standards, WI Administrative Rules, and/or policies/procedures


• Experience participating in multi-disciplinary or multi-level workgroups

Well-qualified Applicants Will Have

• Experience developing, implementing, and/or monitoring federal, state and local policies/procedures related to Child Protective Services (CPS)


• Project management experience (i.e., developing and executing a plan, developing a feedback loop)


• Experience leading projects or workgroups


• Experience working with families in large urban communities (population 100,000 or greater)

The State of Wisconsin is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is an affirmative action employer. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to applicants of any race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national original, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity or veteran status. We also consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements. We provide reasonable accommodations to qualified 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

The deadline to apply is 11:59 PM on October 15, 2026.

If you need assistance with the online application process, please contact Angela Cox at 608-422-6422 or via email at [e-mail].