The Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection works hard to protect and promote Wisconsin’s agricultural industries and consumers. As an agency, we strive to serve the people of Wisconsin assuring: safe, wholesome food; consumer protection and fair business practices; animal and plant health; a clean environment; and strong agriculture and commerce. To successfully attain these goals, we recognize our success hinges on the diverse, high quality, dedicated staff we employ.

What We’re Seeking: DATCP’s Division of Agricultural Resource Management is recruiting for a Grant Specialist – Adv in the Bureau of Plant Industry.

Where We Are Located: DATCP is located in the Prairie Oaks State Office Building situated on Madison's southeast side. We are only minutes away from the Beltline Highway, Interstate 90, and Highway 51 for quick access to local restaurants, retail, and service locations.

Telecommuting Option: This position may have the ability to telecommute up to 6 days per 2-week pay period! An approved telecommuting agreement is required before an employee may telecommute. Approval of the employee’s telecommuting agreement and work schedule will vary based on the operational needs of the Division. All DATCP employees who telecommute are required to live in Wisconsin.

Employee Benefits: The State of Wisconsin offers an excellent benefits package, which includes 19.5 days of paid time off to start, 9 paid holidays, accrued sick leave, multiple insurance options, and an exceptional retirement plan!

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This posting may be used to fill future vacancies.

This position independently performs accounting and auditing duties for the Bureau of Plant Industry. The primary focus of this position’s financial activities involves the financial risk assessment and fiscal management of multiple grants and state matching funds. In addition, the position will perform financial and office management work in support of the Division Operations Manager as requested. Duties include interpreting state and federal rules and regulations related to the financial management of state and federal funds from a variety of sources. This position also advises, assists and trains program and other financial specialist staff on proper financial procedures, systems and operational enhancements to gain efficiencies in financial analyses and recordkeeping.

Grant Specialist – Adv Full Description

The classification for this position is Grant Specialist - Adv which is in schedule-range 07-03 with starting pay of $30.00 to $36.00 per hour. This position is not represented by a collective bargaining unit. A 12-month probationary period is required. Pay for current state employees will be set in accordance with the State Compensation Plan.

DATCP does not sponsor work visas. Any appointment made will be contingent on the selected applicant being able to provide documentation of eligibility to work in the United States.

The State of Wisconsin continues to follow necessary health and safety protocols for COVID. Please visit Division of Personnel Management Coronavirus - COVID-19 (wi.gov) for the most up-to-date information. Guidance may be subject to change.

A criminal background check will be performed on the selected applicant prior to an offer of employment.

Minimally qualified candidates will have each of the following:

• Experience performing financial duties, such as accounts receivable, account reconciliations, invoicing, refunds, interpreting operating, project grants, and/or program budgets, etc.
• Experience analyzing operating, project, grant, and/or program budgets against requests for payment, invoices, reimbursement requests, etc.
• Experience extracting, analyzing, manipulating and/or presenting data (use of pivot tables, advanced formulas, PeopleSoft queries, etc.)

In addition, highly qualified candidates will have one or more of the following:

• Experience administrating grants, either as a recipient or administrator, in the public or private sector in a professional setting.
• Experience creating training materials, manuals and/or procedures.

It is critically important your application materials clearly describe your experience related to the stated criteria. The job experts who evaluate your application materials must be able to make an accurate assessment regarding your qualifications. Applicants who do not meet at least the minimum qualifications or who do not clearly identify minimum qualifications will be ineligible to continue in the selection process.

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DATCP 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. For complete information on veterans hiring programs that may benefit you, please visit the Employment page on WDVA's website.

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The deadline to apply for this position is 11:59 p.m. on Monday, April 8, 2024.