<p>Position Summary</p> <p>This position is responsible for policy analysis and professional program planning work in administering the statutorily mandated functions of the Wisconsin Department of Administration's Municipal Boundary Review (MBR) program. The MBR program oversees the transfer of territory between cities, villages, and towns.</p> <p>Under supervision of the Administrator of the Division of Intergovernmental Relations and the Bureau Director for the Intergovernmental Services Team, this position provides programmatic, technical, and administration support for the statewide work performed by MBR. Responsibilities include determining whether the process and outcome of municipal incorporations, consolidations, and intergovernmental boundary agreements meet statutory criteria, and preparation of municipal annexation opinions.</p> <p>The incumbent must possess a thorough knowledge of land use planning and the statutes and case law relating to towns, cities, villages, and counties, as well as state agency programs affecting land use and intergovernmental relations. Working within a broad statutory framework and agency policy constraints, this position establishes priorities for the multiple tasks assigned to MBR and monitors work products for quality and timeliness.</p> <p>This position will work with individuals, communities, attorneys, planners, media, legislators and legislative staff, county staff and elected officials, other State agencies, among others. This position may also assist with the Division's Plat Review program.</p> <p>For more information, please view the complete position description.</p> <p>Salary Information</p> <p>Starting hourly rate for this position will be $27.68 - $45.67 per hour depending on qualifications and experience, plus excellent benefits. This position is classed as a Program & Policy Analyst Advanced and is assigned to pay schedule/range 07-03. Pay for current state employees will be set in accordance with the Wisconsin State Compensation Plan.</p> <p>Job Details</p> <p>Due to the nature of the position, DOA will conduct fingerprinting and background checks on applicants prior to selection. DOA does not sponsor work visas. In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States, and to complete the required employment eligibility form upon hire.</p> <p>Certain positions within this Department may allow remote/work from home flexibility for a portion of their work schedule, depending on the needs of the position and the work unit. This topic and any remote work flexibility that may be available will be discussed in more detail in the interview process.</p> <p>Qualifications</p> <p>Minimally qualified applicants will have all of the following:</p> <ul> <li>Experience in legal writing that includes case law analysis </li><li>Experience with policy analysis and interpretating statutes and municipal ordinances </li><li>Experience facilitating controversial participatory processes with various stakeholders and the public </li><li>Writing and public speaking experience that demonstrate developing effective and concise documents and delivering presentations on complex and technical issues for a variety of audiences </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. Please visit the Frequently Asked Questions section for general wisc.jobs user information and technical assistance.</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. Please review instructions on developing your resume and letter of qualifications. In addition, the letter of qualifications should explicitly address all four of the four "Qualifications" listed above, using the exact wording from each of the four qualifications to begin at least one distinct paragraph for each of the four qualifications (e.g., "My experience in legal writing that includes case law analysis includes…).</p> <p>Your cover letter is limited to a maximum of two (2) typed pages, single-spaced, no smaller than 10-point font, with 1-inch margins. Resumes should be limited to no more than two (2) pages (no format requirements). Pages more than the specified limits may not be evaluated. References are not necessary at this stage of the process.</p> <p>Submitted materials will be evaluated and the most qualified applicants will be invited to participate in the next step of the hiring process for available vacancies.</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 is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer seeking a diverse and talented workforce. Veterans, women, people of color, LGBTQIA+, and people with disabilities are encouraged to apply. We provide reasonable accommodations to qualified applicants and employees with disabilities.</p> <p>Questions can be directed to Taylore Ransom by email at taylore.ransom@wisconsin.gov</p> <p>Deadline to Apply</p> <p>The deadline to apply for this position has been extended to 11:59pm CST on August 21, 2025. The previous deadline to apply for this position was August 11, 2025.</p>