<p>Position Summary</p> <ul> <li>Program Management: Develop, supervise, and monitor Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA) Title IV programs </li><li>Collaboration: Coordinate with state, private partners, and employers to achieve high-quality employment outcomes </li><li>Program Development: Create and implement innovative VR programs using cooperative agreements with local government units </li><li>Policy and Budget Oversight: Interpret policies and manage operational and case service budgets across the WDA </li><li>Staff Supervision: Recommend staffing actions (hiring, promotions, discipline) and supervise subordinate staff </li><li>Team Development: Foster employee teams to improve customer service within the WDA </li></ul> <p>To learn more, please review the position description.</p> <p>Salary Information</p> <p>Starting pay is between $38.00 and $41.00 per hour, depending on qualifications, plus an exemplary benefits package:</p> <ul> <li>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. </li><li>Excellent and affordable health insurance options (starting at $42/month for single and $104/month for family coverage). </li><li>Other great insurance options (dental, vision, life, and more). </li><li>A top-notch retirement program and optional tax advantaged 457 retirement savings plan. </li><li>A Well Wisconsin program, offering wellness tools and rewards to employees and spouses. </li><li>A free and confidential employee assistance program that offers employees and their household members tools, resources, and professional consultation services. </li></ul> <p>Public service is rewarding! This position may be eligible for Public Service Loan Forgiveness.</p> <p>Use this Total Rewards Calculator to see an estimate of the total value of our competitive benefits package!</p> <p>The classification title for this position is Vocational Rehabilitation Supervisor (schedule 81, range 03). 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.</p> <p>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.</p> <p>Job Details</p> <p>Travel: Occasional daytime travel within the WDA (see WDA map), and statewide travel including overnights, is a requirement of the position.</p> <p>Remote work: This position may be allowed to work a hybrid remote schedule following training, with approximately one day per week onsite. Employees with approved remote and hybrid-remote work arrangements are generally expected to work within the state of Wisconsin. High-speed internet access is required to meet the needs of remote work. Remote work options are subject to change.</p> <p>Criminal histories: We 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.</p> <p>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.</p> <p>Qualifications</p> <p>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.</p> <p>You need to have the following experience:</p> <ul> <li>*Serving in a leadership role in a professional environment e.g. mentor, subject matter expert, etc. (providing guidance, interpretation of policy, etc.) </li><li>*Managing programs, services or processes related to performance monitoring, reporting and/or planning/coordinating the use of resources </li><li>Communicating and relating interpersonally with a diverse group to maintain effective working relationships </li><li>Leading and/or managing a team to accomplish program goals (team building, accountability, motivating/influencing others, delegating, decision-making, problem solving, etc.) </li></ul> <p>Any of the following experience would be nice to have:</p> <ul> <li>*Serving in a formal leadership role in a professional environment overseeing administrative support, professional and/or program related functions e.g. team lead, lead worker, project manager, etc. (assigning work, enforcing timelines, monitoring compliance/performance, providing feedback, etc.) </li><li>*Supervisory experience overseeing administrative support, professional and/or program related functions (hiring, discipling, terminating, evaluating/developing performance, etc.) </li><li>*Work in a vocational rehabilitation setting or closely related field </li></ul> <p>How To Apply</p> <p>Note: If you are viewing this posting on an external site, please visit Wisc.Jobs (search 17792) to complete your application.</p> <p>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.</p> <p>Please see the Frequently Asked Questions for general Wisc.Jobs user information and technical assistance.</p> <ul> <li>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). </li><li>Position questions: if you have questions about the position or this recruitment (e.g. projected start date, skills needed, etc.), please email Deb in Human Resources at DJTJobs@dwd.wisconsin.gov or call 608-266-1024. </li></ul> <p>Please note that once you submit your application, you will not be able to update your materials.</p> <p>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.</p> <p>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.</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 for application instructions to be considered for the Veterans Non-Competitive Appointment program.</p> <p>Deadline to Apply</p> <p>Application materials must be submitted by 11:59 PM (central time) on Monday, May 19, 2025.</p>