<p>Position Summary</p> <p>YS Supervisor is responsible for overseeing the development, implementation, monitoring and related financial activities of youth-serving program initiatives and policies focused on system changes. The position supervises professional staff within the Youth Services Unit in policy and program analysis, planning, management, research and evaluation of youth-serving programs, including Independent Living, Runaway and Homeless Youth, Brighter Futures Initiative, and Anti-Human Trafficking. This position works directly with other DCF staff within DSP, the Division of Management Services, and the Office of Budget and Policy to support the successful development, implementation and monitoring of youth-serving programs. This position works across the Bureau to support advancement of quality assurance efforts for youth services and youth justice programs, and collaborates with colleagues in the Bureau and the Division on the advancement of youth voice in the child welfare system. This position oversees specialized, strategic projects identified by the Division.</p> <p>For a complete copy of the position description, click here.</p> <p>Salary Information</p> <p>The starting salary is between $40.00 and $45.00 per hour ($83,200 and $93,600 annually), depending on qualifications. 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.</p> <p>This position is included in the classification of Program and Policy Supervisor within the pay schedule/range is 81-03. A one year probationary period may be required.</p> <p>Job Details</p> <p>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.</p> <p>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.</p> <p>Qualifications</p> <p>Minimally qualified applicants will have:</p> <ul> <li>Experience performing policy analysis, program planning, program evaluation, research and/or contract administration for child welfare or related programs, including development and implementation of quality assurance methods for services, programs and/or policies. </li><li>Experience working as a lead or subject matter expert capacity influencing decisions and advancing outcomes in a welfare environment (identifying barriers for eligible populations, analyzing application processes, etc.). </li><li>Experience designing and/or conducting research and/or evaluation of data analysis research (tools and techniques for collecting and analyzing qualitative or quantitative data, research approaches to programs, etc.). </li></ul> <p>Well-qualified applicants will have:</p> <ul> <li>Experience supervising, directing, guiding, overseeing, or evaluating the work of professional staff (assigning/evaluating work, providing feedback, formal lead/project management duties, etc.). </li><li>Experience leading policy analysis, program planning, program evaluation, research and/or contract administration for youth-serving programs including Independent Living, Runaway and Homeless Youth, Brighter Futures Initiative, and Anti-Human Trafficking or related; </li><li>Experience working with relevant sections of Ch. 48, and 938 Stats., and other statutes, relevant federal law and regulations and administrative rules which affect programs in child protective services, youth justice, and other youth-serving programs. </li><li>Project management experience (developing workplans, assigning resources, identifying risks, reporting on progress, etc.). </li><li>Experience representing an organization and/or collaborating across multiple agencies or partners (state, tribal, local agencies, contracted agencies, etc.). </li></ul> <p>How To Apply</p> <p>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.</p> <p>After you are logged in and are viewing the announcement, click "Apply Now." You will be asked to provide your personal information and required materials. Online applications that do not include all of the requested materials will not be considered.</p> <p>Both a resume and letter of qualification are required. If both documents are not submitted during the application process, your application will be disqualified. Your letter of qualifications and resume are very important parts of your application at DCF and are used during our evaluation process to determine your qualifications as they relate to the job. View instructions on developing your resume and letter of qualifications for your DCF application and what should be included in these materials.</p> <p>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.</p> <p>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.</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>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.</p> <p>Deadline to Apply</p> <p>The deadline to apply is 11:59 PM on May 20, 2026. If you need assistance with the online application process, please contact, Yuliya Tchaikovski at 414-343-5748 or via email at yuliya.tchaikovski@wisconsin.gov. Please see the Frequently Asked Questions for general wisc.jobs user information and technical assistance.</p>