Program Evaluation and Development Analyst

Introduction

The Department of Workforce Development (DWD), Division of Vocational Rehabilitation (DVR) is filling a Program Evaluation and Development Analyst vacancy in the Bureau of Management Services.

DWD offers interesting and meaningful work with an employee-friendly and inclusive work environment, work-life balance, a casual office environment, flexibility, and many opportunities to grow your skills. Apply now to find out why there's so much to love about working for Wisconsin .

This position can work up to 100% remotely after an initial training period and can choose a headquarter location in any one of the DVR offices across the state. See all DVR office locations . Occasional statewide and national travel may be required for training, outreach, and meetings.

This recruitment may be used to fill future similar vacancies (permanent, project or Limited Term).

Position Summary

This position provides statewide analysis and expertise in program evaluation, monitoring and analysis to assist improving consumer employment outcomes for DVR. Responsibilities include providing coordinated project development, management, analysis of progress, and monitoring activities for quality service delivery for the Division. The position also works with agency management team and external customers to identify service needs and gaps, to set priorities, makes recommendations for improvement, and develop projects in accordance with required federal regulations. This work requires delivery of training and technical assistance in cooperation with internal and external partners. This position has coordination responsibilities for achieving the goals identified in the state plan related to cooperative or collaborative agreement activities for unserved or underserved populations; and develops and implements statewide service monitoring and evaluation processes.

To learn more, please review the position description .

Salary Information

Starting pay is between $72,000 and $76,000 per year, depending on qualifications, plus an exemplary benefits package :

• Generous paid time off , including at least 3 1/2 weeks of vacation/personal time, nine paid holidays, and ample sick time that rolls over each year with no cap.
• Excellent and affordable health insurance options (starting at $39/month for single and $97/month for family coverage).
• Other great insurance options (dental, vision, life, and more).
• A top-notch retirement program and optional tax advantaged 457 retirement savings plan.
• A Well Wisconsin program, offering wellness tools and rewards to employees and spouses.
• A free and confidential employee assistance program that offers employees and their household members tools, resources, and professional consultation services.

Public service is rewarding! This position may be eligible for Public Service Loan Forgiveness .

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The classification title for this position is Vocational Rehabilitation Specialist-Advanced (schedule 12, range 63). A 12-month probationary period will be required. This position is not represented in a collective bargaining unit and is considered exempt under the Fair Labor Standards Act.

Pay will be set in accordance with the State Compensation Plan in effect at the time of appointment. Starting pay may vary for current state employees.

Job Details

Travel: Occasional statewide and national travel may be required for training, outreach, and meetings. Reimbursement for mileage and a daily meal allowance is provided when in travel status per travel guidelines. The reimbursement amount will be based on distance traveled from the headquarter location.

Remote work: This position can work up to 100% remotely after an initial training period and can choose a headquarter location in any one of the DVR offices across the state. See all DVR office locations .

Criminal histories: W e also consider all qualified applicants with criminal histories, consistent with applicable federal, state and local law. Finalists for this position may be required to allow DWD to conduct a background check or other checks to determine whether the circumstances of any conviction may be related to the job being filled.

Eligibility to work in United States: Applicants must be legally entitled to work in the United States (i.e. a US citizen or national or a lawful permanent resident) at the time of appointment. DWD does not sponsor visas and is not an eligible OPT employer for those with F1 visas. This is not a contract position. Any appointment made will be contingent on the applicant completing the I-9 upon hire.

Qualifications

Qualifications marked with an asterisk (*) below will be evaluated in the first step of the selection process. Additional qualifications may be evaluated in subsequent steps.

You need to have the following experience:

• *Managing the full life cycle of a project/study (i.e., identifying requirements/outcome, developing timelines/tasks, implementing, monitoring, and evaluating).
• *Developing, planning, evaluating and/or analyzing data, policies, or programs
• *Providing consultation and training on complex/technical information (e.g., regulations, policies, processes, etc.), both verbally and in writing, to persons/groups with limited familiarity of the topic.
• Communicating effectively across teams with people from a variety of backgrounds/ organizational levels

Any of the following experience would be nice to have:

• *Working with persons with barriers to employment or in another field related to vocational rehabilitation and/or possessing a related degree (e.g. human service, communications, business, project development, project management, etc.).
• *Performing quality assurance related to a human service program
• *Identifying, interpreting, and presenting data analysis

How To Apply

Note: If you are viewing this posting on an external site, please visit Wisc.Jobs (search 15439 ) to complete your application.

To apply, click "Apply for Job" to start the application process. That will prompt you to access your existing account or create a new account. You will be asked to attach a resume and a letter of qualifications as part of the application process. It is important that these materials clearly illustrate how your qualifications relate to the qualifications of this job. Please review this additional guidance on developing your resume and letter of qualifications (including a template) as you prepare to apply.

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• Technical issues: if you encounter issues submitting your on-line application (e.g. signing in or uploading a resume), please email the Wisc.Jobs Help Desk at wiscjobs@wisconsin.gov or call (608) 267-1012 (Monday - Friday, 7:45am - 4:30pm).
• Position questions: if you have questions about the position or this recruitment (e.g. projected start date, skills needed, etc.), please email Megan Grill at MNGJobs@dwd.wisconsin.gov or call (608) 266-0414.

Please note that once you submit your application, you will not be able to update your materials.

What happens next? A panel will review your application materials to determine your eligibility for further consideration in the selection process. The most qualified applicants will be invited to participate in the next step of the selection process, which is typically a virtual interview.

DWD values a diverse workforce and is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. Veterans, women, people of color, LGBTQIA+, and people with disabilities are encouraged to apply. We provide reasonable accommodations to applicants and employees with disabilities.

The State of Wisconsin offers a special program for qualified veterans with a 30% or greater service-connected disability. Email the HR contact listed in this announcement for information on how to apply under this provision. Current state employees are not eligible for non-competitive appointment.

Deadline to Apply

Application materials must be submitted by 11:59 PM (central standard time) on Monday, September 16, 2024.