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Who We Are:  The Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection (DATCP) protects and promotes Wisconsin’s agricultural industries and consumers. We strive to serve the people of Wisconsin by assuring safe, wholesome food; consumer protection and fair business practices; animal and plant health; a clean environment; and strong agriculture and commerce. The DATCP team includes people from all backgrounds and perspectives. As a state agency, our success hinges on the diverse, well qualified, dedicated staff we employ and retain.

What We’re Seeking: DATCP currently has an opening for a Program & Policy Chief position with the Division of Food and Recreational Safety.

Where We’re Located: The Prairie Oaks State Office Building is situated on Madison’s southeast side. We are only minutes away from the Beltline Highway, Interstate 90 and Highway 51 for quick access to local restaurants, retail and service locations.

Telecommuting Option: This position may have the ability to telecommute. An approved telecommuting agreement is required before an employee may telecommute. Approval of the employee’s telecommuting agreement and work schedule will vary based on the operational needs of the department. All DATCP employees who telecommute are required to live in Wisconsin.

Employee Benefits: The State of Wisconsin offers an excellent benefits package, which includes a minimum of 19.5 days of paid time off to start, 9 paid holidays, accrued sick leave, multiple insurance options, and an exceptional retirement plan! For more info, see our Total Rewards Calculator.

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This posting may be used to fill future similar permanent, project, and/or LTE vacancies.

Position Summary

 

This position serves as a member of the division management team and participates in advising the Administrator and bureaus in strategic planning, budget and fiscal/procurement/purchasing, grants and contracts management fiscally, administrative rules, division policies and personnel management. This position plans, consults, and provides personnel management and coordination for the administrative operations of the division. This position has division-wide management responsibilities and back-up signature authority for various personnel, budget and management documents, including contracts, grants and agreements for the Division's Administrator as well as in other program areas in the absence of the Administrator and/or Bureau Directors. This position provides advice and recommendations to the Administrator, Bureau Directors, and other government entities, on key policy and program decisions.

Program & Policy Chief Full Position Description

Salary Information

 

The classification of this position is Program & Policy Chief, which is in schedule-range 81-02 with a starting pay of $44.50 per hour up to $48.50 per hour, commensurate with experience. Pay on appointment may vary according to the applicable pay transaction provisions of the compensation plan. Pay for current State employees will be set in accordance with the State Compensation Plan and Wisconsin Administrative Code. This position is not represented by a collective bargaining unit.  A 24-month probationary period is required.

Job Details

 

DATCP does not sponsor work visas. Any appointment made will be contingent on the selected applicant being able to provide documentation of eligibility to work in the United States.

A criminal background check will be performed on the selected applicant prior to an offer of employment.

The State of Wisconsin continues to follow necessary health and safety protocols for COVID.  Please visit Division of Personnel Management Coronavirus - COVID-19 (wi.gov) for the most up-to-date information. Guidance may be subject to change.

Possession of a valid driver's license, or the ability to provide one’s own transportation for work purposes, is required. 

Infrequent overnight travel may be required for up to 5% of this position’s duties.

Qualifications

 

Minimally qualified candidates will have each of the following:

  • Experience with strategic planning, program planning and/or program evaluation techniques and practices. 
  • Experience developing policies including analysis, implementation and recommendations for policy alternatives. 
  • Supervisory experience managing personnel issues to include: coaching, goal setting, performance evaluation, recruitment, employee discipline, etc.
  • Experience in a project management leadership role 

In addition, highly qualified candidates will have one or more of the following:

  • Training and/or experience with the state budgetary and administrative rules processes
  • Experience evaluating policy or legislative proposals, drafting and providing testimony and providing fiscal estimates on the potential impacts.
  • Experience with implementing and meeting state and/or federal standards

It is critically important your application materials clearly describe your experience related to the stated criteria. The job experts who evaluate your application materials must be able to make an accurate assessment regarding your qualifications. Applicants who do not meet at least the minimum qualifications or who do not clearly identify minimum qualifications will be ineligible to continue in the selection process.

How To Apply

 

If viewing this posting on an external site (such as indeed.com, etc.), please visit Wisc.Jobs and search for this Job ID:15987 to complete your application for this posting.

DATCP is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer seeking a diverse and talented workforce. Veterans, minorities, women, and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply. For complete information on veterans hiring programs that may benefit you, please visit the Employment page on WDVA's website. 

To be considered for this position, you will need to create an account (if you don’t already have one) and apply online via the “Apply for Job” button listed on the top right of this page. You will be required to upload a current resume and a letter of qualifications (also known as a cover letter) that clearly describes your qualifications and experience as they relate to the qualifications listed in this job posting. For more applicant resources, including tips on how to write a resume and letter of qualifications, click here. 

Your resume and letter of qualifications will be evaluated by one or more job experts. Candidates who are deemed eligible will be invited to participate in the next step of the selection process where vacancies exist, starting with those candidates who are deemed most qualified. 

Please address questions regarding the application process to Jensen Peterson at Jensen.peterson@wisconsin.gov

Deadline to Apply

 

The deadline to apply for this position is Monday, December 2, at 11:59PM.