Introduction
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- Experience analyzing and/or evaluating federal regulations, state regulations, or program policy.
- Experience developing policy manuals, policy memos, training documents, communications materials, or reports.
- Experience assisting in development and implementation of policy or process changes (participating in workgroups, developing timetables, monitoring program/process outcomes, etc.).
- Experience analyzing and/or evaluating federal regulations, state regulations, and program policy within the field of human services.
- Experience identifying and presenting human service policy recommendations based on multiple of the following sources: research, data, stakeholder input, laws, or lived experience.
- Experience leading implementation of complex policy or process changes (e.g., working with various timelines, multiple stakeholders, communication plans and competing priorities).
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The Wisconsin Department of Children and Families (DCF), Division of Family and Economic Security (DFES), Bureau of Working Families (BWF), TANF Policy Section is currently recruiting to fill a Program \& Policy Analyst / Advanced position. *This position may be filled at entry (analyst) level for training purposes, depending on the qualifications of the selected candidate.*
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 may allow hybrid work for a portion of the work schedule up to 95% depending on the employee’s preference and needs of the work unit. Any hybrid work flexibility that may be available will be discussed in more detail in the interview process.
For positions that do allow hybrid work flexibility, employees may need to report to a DCF office location on short notice. There is no mileage reimbursement when traveling to the headquarter location. Our DCF locations are in the following cities: Madison, Milwaukee, Green Bay, Eau Claire, and Rhinelander. Employees need to report to the 201 W. Washington Ave. Madison, WI office or the 635 N 26 St. Milwaukee, WI office on their first day for onboarding and orientation.
High speed internet access is required to meet the needs of remote 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 limited direction of the Section Manager of the Bureau of Working Families (BWF) Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF) Policy Section, this position is responsible for policy analysis, program planning, program review, and policy procedure development for work programs for low\-income individuals and families.
This position is responsible for specific issues assigned to the section. Assignments require technical analysis using program policy and operations as well as systems analysis to resolve conflicting objectives in the development of new policies and programs. This position acts as an assistant to the team lead on behalf of BWF for the business needs associated with major comprehensive projects, including those that involve systems changes.
View the complete Entry level position description.
Under the general direction of the Section Manager of the Bureau of Working Families (BWF) Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF) Policy Section, this position is responsible for complex policy analysis, program planning, program reviews and policy procedure development for work programs for low\-income individuals and families.
This position is responsible for analyzing federal law and regulations, state law and administrative rules in order to implement, administer and automate the W\-2 program. This position is also responsible for coordinating several key functions within the section, throughout the bureau and across the Division including development, integration and dissemination of policy, information system support, report development, data output, monitoring and training changes and improvements to the W\-2 program.
View the complete Advanced level position description.
Salary Information
The starting salary is between $25\.25 and $36\.15 per hour ($52,520 and $75,192 annually), depending on qualifications for the Entry (analyst) level and is in pay schedule/range 07\-04\. The starting salary is between $31\.01 and $41\.91 per hour ($64,500 and $87,172 annually), depending on qualifications for the Advanced level and is in pay schedule/range 07\-03\.
Pay for current 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.
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:
Well\-qualified applicants will have:
How To Apply
If you haven’t already done so, you will need to create an account and apply online. You must apply online to be considered for this position. Application materials will not be accepted if received in an e\-mail, as a hard copy or a fax. Applications received after the deadline will not be accepted.
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Submitted materials will be evaluated by one or more subject matter experts and qualified applicants will be invited to participate in the next step of the selection process.
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.
Permanent classified state employees who are eligible for consideration (transfer, voluntary demotion, or former employees as a reinstatement) must complete the application process to apply.
Deadline to Apply
The deadline to apply is 11:59 PM on March 11, 2026. If you need assistance with the online application process, please contact, Megan Harper at 608\-712\-8730 or via email at Megan.Harper1@wisconsin.gov. Please see the Frequently Asked Questions for general wisc.jobs user information and technical assistance.