Remote HR Specialist — Recruitment & Policy Expert

State of Wisconsin; Madison (WI); Hybrid; USD 64,000 - 81,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous paid time off

Sick time rollover

Health insurance

Retirement plan

Well Wisconsin program

Job summary

The State of Wisconsin Department of Justice, based in Madison, Wisconsin, is seeking a Human Resources Specialist (Entry or Senior) to provide comprehensive HR services to DOJ business areas. The role emphasizes partnering with internal and external stakeholders and delivering high‑quality recruitment, classification, compensation, and HRIS support.

Remote work is eligible with hybrid arrangements; candidates must report to the Madison office as needed. Probationary period may apply.

Qualifications

• Professional recruitment or staffing experience, public sector preferred.
• Experience delivering HR services to internal and external customers.
• Experience with Microsoft Office applications.

Responsibilities

• Provide recruitment, staffing and HR services to DOJ business areas.
• Consult on classification, compensation, HRIS data maintenance, and employee relations.
• Partner with internal and external stakeholders to ensure compliant HR practices.

Skills

HR policy & recruitment experience

Client-facing / customer service

MS Office proficiency (Word, Excel,Out

Education

PHR or SPHR certification or Bachelor’s degree in HR

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

The State of Wisconsin Department of Justice, based in Madison, Wisconsin, is seeking a Human Resources Specialist (Entry or Senior) to provide comprehensive HR services to DOJ business areas. The role emphasizes partnering with internal and external stakeholders and delivering high‑quality recruitment, classification, compensation, and HRIS support.

Remote work is eligible with hybrid arrangements; candidates must report to the Madison office as needed. Probationary period may apply.