The Department of Health Services, Division of Quality Assurance (DQA), is recruiting for a Policy Advisor to help ensure Wisconsin residents receive top quality care. DQA is responsible for protecting and promoting the health, safety, and welfare of residents living in and being cared for in regulated health care facilities.

As an employee of the State of Wisconsin, you'll also have access to an amazing benefits package, including:

• 3.5 weeks of vacation, 9 paid holidays and ample sick time.
• Top rated health plan options starting at $39/month for single plans and $97/month for family plans, after 2 months of state service.
• Premium pension plan with at least a 6.9% employer match in 2024. Plus, a tax advantaged supplemental retirement savings plan which allows you to save money directly from your paycheck for retirement. Use this Total Rewards Calculator to see the total value of our competitive benefits package!
• Several flex spending accounts: medical, dependent care, commuter, parking and High Deductible Health Savings.
• A casual office atmosphere, flexible work schedules, and telework options depending on the position’s requirements.
• Well Wisconsin Wellness Program
• A free and confidential employee assistance program that offers employees and their immediate family dependents a variety of tools, resources, and professional consultation services to support their health, goals, and overall well-being.
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program employer.

This position will typically work Monday-Friday with daytime hours. This position offers the option to work remotely up to 5 days per week and is headquartered in the 1 W. Wilson Street office in downtown Madison. This schedule may vary based on training or operational need.

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As the Policy Advisor, you will be responsible for planning and coordinating large scale projects, policies and programs related to the continuous quality improvement of DQA programs. You will represent the Department and the Division with various stakeholders across the state dealing with a wide range of programmatic and policy issues related to healthcare regulation and oversight. Some responsibilities include:

• preparing specialized departmental policy issue studies and other research and policy analysis;
• writing briefing documents for administrators and the Department’s Office of the Secretary;
• serving as a team leader for cross-department and inter-agency policy and implementation groups;
• directing and planning the drafting of administrative rules;
• providing leadership to ensure a quality product moves through the review and approval process;
• resolving issues concerning rule language;
• reviewing, analyzing and evaluating complex federal and state laws, rules, regulations and issues for healthcare and community-based programs and recommends improvement and action;
• providing consultation to and oversight of both the Informal Dispute Resolution (IDR) process and the Independent Informal Dispute Resolution (IIDR) process
• serving as project manager on various special assignments and as the communication and media liaison between DQA and the Department’s Communications Office to ensure coordination of communications, media information and initiatives.

The starting salary is between $41.38 and $50.83 per hour (approximately between $86,000 and $105,700 per year), depending on experience, plus excellent benefits. A 24-month trial period is required.

Pay for current or former state employees is set based upon the rules that apply to compensation for the applicable transaction. This position is in the Policy Initiatives Advisor-Admin classification and in pay schedule and range 81/02.

All applicants who may be appointed to this position will be required to allow DHS to conduct a background check to determine whether the circumstances of any conviction may be related to the job being filled.

For positions that allow remote working flexibility, working outside of Wisconsin or in bordering cities will not be allowed except in extremely limited circumstances due to the need to report to an office location in Wisconsin on short notice.

Employees must have access to both a private workspace and secure high-speed internet for remote work option. Mileage reimbursement to the employee’s headquarter location is not provided. Remote work flexibility will be discussed in more detail during the interview process.

DHS does not sponsor work visas for this position, thus, in compliance with federal law, selected candidates will be required to verify eligibility to work in the United States by completing the required I-9 form upon hire.

Minimally qualified applicants will have all of the following:

• Experience with policy analysis or development (e.g., creation, improvements, recommendations, etc.).
• Experience with project or program management (e.g., setting objectives and strategic plans, developing project plans, monitoring project progress, implementing quality improvement strategies, managing change, etc.).
• Experience presenting complex information and issues to varying levels of audiences (e.g., organization decision-makers and leaders, community advocates, members of the public, etc.).

Well-qualified applicants will also have one or more of the following:

• Experience leading or facilitating workgroups/teams.
• Experience working with publicly funded programs or health care facilities.
• Experience developing and implementing complex administrative procedures as well as evaluating effectiveness.

The letter of qualifications is limited to two (2) pages. For a guide on developing your resume and letter of qualifications and what should be included in these materials, click here.

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Submitted materials will be evaluated by a panel of job experts according to the qualifications above. Please monitor your email for communications related this position. Current or former permanent, classified, state employees must complete the online application process to be considered.

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DHS is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer seeking a diverse and talented workforce.

Veterans are encouraged to apply. For complete information on Veterans’ hiring programs with the WI Department of Veteran’s Affairs, click here.

For technical assistance and general information, please see Frequently Asked Questions. For questions about the position, to request a copy of the full position description, or for other employment inquiries, please contact Jacque Strook in Human Resources at Jacqueline.Strook@dhs.wisconsin.gov.

The deadline to apply is May 20th, at 11:59 pm.