<p>Position Summary</p> <p>These project positions provide the full scope of professional loan functions and are responsible for implementation of two loan programs: Clean Water Fund Program and the Safe Drinking Water Loan Program, as well as the Lead Service Line Replacement Program and the Federal Infrastructure funds. Duties include: review of loan applications, review of documentation and correspondence submitted to satisfy loan requirements, preparation of Financial Assistance Agreements, project management, quality improvement and representation of the Department of Natural Resources positions at legal proceedings and public hearings.</p> <p>For more information, please see the Loan Project Manager Entry or Senior position descriptions.</p> <p>Salary Information</p> <p>Starting pay for Entry level is between $30.00 to $35.06 per hour (or $62,400 to $72,924.80 annually), in addition to excellent benefits and is included in the classification Natural Resources Financial Assistance Specialist-Entry within Pay Schedule/Range 07-04.</p> <p>Starting pay for Senior level is between $35.50 to $39.30 per hour (or $73,840 to $81,744 annually), in addition to excellent benefits and is included in the classification Natural Resources Financial Assistance Specialist-Senior within Pay Schedule/Range 07-03.</p> <p>The State of Wisconsin offers an exemplary benefits package with:</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 </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><li>For more info, see our Total Rewards Calculator. </li></ul> <p>This position is not represented by a collective bargaining unit. Pay on appointment will follow the provisions of the State of Wisconsin Compensation Plan.</p> <p>Job Details</p> <p>Background Checks: The Department of Natural Resources conducts criminal background checks on final applicants prior to job offer. Please note that a criminal charge or conviction on your record will not necessarily disqualify you from state employment. In compliance with the Wisconsin Fair Employment Act, the DNR does not discriminate on the basis of arrest or conviction record.</p> <p>Eligibility to work in United States: The Department of Natural Resources does not sponsor work visas at the time of hire or anytime during employment. All persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and complete the required Employment Eligibility Form I-9 upon hire.</p> <p>Probation: Probation is not required with project positions.</p> <p>Reference Check: References are not required at the time of application but will be required upon successful completion of the interview process.</p> <p>Project Position: Per s. 230.27(1m), Wis. Stats., individuals appointed to project positions must be Wisconsin residents. Project positions are temporary positions that provide benefits, typically last up to two years, and may be renewed depending on business needs. Individuals appointed to a project position are not placed on a probationary period. State employees who leave a permanent civil service position to move to a project position may have rights back to a position at a comparable level to the permanent position they left when the term of their project position has ended.</p> <p>Remote Work: Based on an assessment of the goals and work activities, this position may be eligible for remote work. Remote work approval is based on individual circumstances and is subject to supervisor approval and DNR remote work policies. Approval is subject to change without notice based on business needs. Employees with approved remote work arrangements are generally expected to work within the state of Wisconsin.</p> <p>Travel: Travel throughout the state is occasionally required.</p> <p>Qualifications</p> <p>Your letter of qualifications and resume are very important parts of your application and are used during our evaluation process to determine your qualifications as they relate to the job. For instructions on developing your resume and letter of qualifications and what should be included in these materials, click here. Please describe the below qualifications in your resume and letter of qualifications to be considered for this position:</p> <p>Required qualifications include experience in ALL the following criteria:</p> <ul> <li>Project management including establishing timelines, reviewing documents, and tracking project completion </li><li>Developing financial budgets and tracking and allocating funds (e.g., budget tracking, grant/loan funding allocations, award processing, etc.) </li><li>Interpreting policies, codes and/or state and federal statutes and regulations </li></ul> <p>In addition, preferred qualifications include experience with any of the following criteria:</p> <ul> <li>Working in a state or federal revolving loan program (e.g., determining eligibility, reviewing applications, preparing awards, processing documents, etc.) </li><li>NR162 & NR 166, Wis. Adm Code </li><li>ELOS (Environmental Loans Online System) or other project tracking or financial management databases </li></ul> <p>How To Apply</p> <p>If viewing this posting on an external site (such as indeed.com, etc.), please visit Wisc.Jobs and search for this Job ID: 20574 to complete your application for this posting. Current state employees, including those with Career Executive status, must apply through STAR ESS. Former permanent classified state employees must apply through Wisc.Jobs.</p> <p>The steps to apply online are quick and easy! Your resume and letter of qualifications are used during our evaluation process to determine your eligibility for further consideration. 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. It is critically important that your application materials clearly describe your experience related to the stated job qualifications. Please review our helpful tips for developing your resume and letter of qualifications and what should be included. References are not required at the time of application but will be required upon successful completion of the interview process. Once you submit your application, you will not be able to make any updates to the application or any materials submitted.</p> <p>For technical troubleshooting related to the Wisc.Jobs site, please view the Frequently Asked Questions. For questions regarding the application process, please contact Patricia Buchholz in Human Resources at patricia.buchholz@wisconsin.gov or (608) 266-2133.</p> <p>Disabled veterans: Qualified veterans with a 30% or more service-connected disability are eligible for non-competitive appointment to permanent positions in classified civil service under s 230.275 WI Stats. Please send your letter of qualifications and resume outlining how you meet the required qualifications for the position listed above in the job announcement along with your DD-214 and documentation of your service-connected disability rating (dated within 12-months) to the HR contact listed in this announcement for information on how to apply under this provision. Current permanent State employees are not eligible for non-competitive appointment.</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 origin, 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.</p> <p>Deadline to Apply</p> <p>All applications must be received by 11:59 pm central on Tuesday, April 14th, 2026.</p>