<p>Position Summary</p> <p>This position will manage the entire scope of airport development projects, including contracting, planning, design and construction. This position also works directly with local officials, Federal Aviation Administration, and other state, local and federal agencies on sensitive and complex issues with broad authority to establish project parameters. This position will also work to delegate project tasks to other section staff members. This position will manage the entire scope of airport development projects, including contracting, planning, design and construction. This position also works directly with local officials, Federal Aviation Administration, and other state, local and federal agencies on sensitive and complex issues with broad authority to establish project parameters. This position will also work to delegate project tasks to other section staff members.</p> <p>To review the full position description, email Becca Ott at rebecca.ott@dot.wi.gov</p> <p>Salary Information</p> <p>This position is in schedule-range 14-13 with an annual salary of $92,768-$112,237, plus excellent benefits. A twelve month probationary period is required. Pay for current state employees will be set in accordance with the Wisconsin State Compensation Plan.</p> <p>A $3,000 sign-on bonus applies to those who do not have any previous state service within the last five years in a permanent position, within executive branch, or non-UW position and agree to remain in the position for one year. The $3,000 will be paid on the first paycheck.</p> <p>Job Details</p> <p>This state agency does not sponsor work visas. This state agency is not enrolled in USCIS E-Verify and is not eligible to employ international F-1 students seeking STEM-OPT extension. Any appointment made will be contingent on the applicant being able to prove valid status to work in the United States.</p> <p>Prior to any appointments for position(s) filled from this announcement, candidates may be subject to a comprehensive criminal background check which may include FBI fingerprinting.</p> <p>This position requires the ability to occasionally travel on an independent basis.</p> <p>Qualifications</p> <p>Qualified candidates must have the following at the time of application:</p> <ul> <li>A valid Professional Engineering registration and be able to obtain a Wisconsin PE registration within 3 months if PE registration is from another state </li></ul> <p>How To Apply</p> <p>Apply online! To apply, click "Apply for Job" to start the application process. Then, you will access your existing account or to create a new account if you don't have an account. Once you are logged in, click "Apply for Job." Follow the steps outlined in the application process and submit your application.</p> <p>This application requires you to submit a resume and letter of qualifications. Within your resume and letter of qualifications, you should describe your education, training, and experience as it relates to items listed in the "Qualifications" section of the job announcement. Your application materials are very important parts of your application and are used during our evaluation process to determine your eligibility for the position. For instructions on how to develop and what should be included in these materials, please view the Resume and Letter of Qualifications Tips document. Please view the ensuring a fair and equitable hiring process document to find out more information on the State of WI selection process. The vast majority of applicants are able to outline their background and experience in their resume within 1-3 pages. Any resumes or letters of qualifications submitted with more than 3 pages will not be considered after page 3.</p> <p>Permanent classified state employees who are eligible for consideration (transfer or voluntary demotion) should complete the application process as described above by the stated deadline.</p> <p>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 and review method 2 for application instructions to be considered for the Veterans Non-Competitive Appointment program.</p> <p>Submitted materials will be evaluated by a panel of job experts and the most qualified applicants will be invited to participate in the next step of the selection process. For general wisc.jobs user information and if you are experiencing issues and need technical assistance, please see the wisc.jobs Frequently Asked Questions page. Questions related to obtaining the job description and details about this specific job posting can be directed to Becca Ott at rebecca.ott@dot.wi.gov or 608-266-7623.</p> <p>Deadline to Apply</p> <p>Applications will be reviewed on a biweekly basis starting on Monday, March 16, 2026 until the position is filled. Applications must be received by 11:59 PM CST on the day prior to the review date to be considered for that biweekly review period.</p>