Human Resources Specialist LTE

Join an organization that strives to exceed customer expectations by delivering efficient, high-quality state government services. The Department of Administration (DOA) provides direct services to state agency customers and designs and leads initiatives to make government more innovative and cost-effective. Working at DOA offers you the opportunity to make an impact on the quality of life in Wisconsin.

As the flagship agency of the State of Wisconsin, our core values at Department of Administration are Adaptability, Collaboration, Stewardship, Equity, Service Excellence, and Integrity. Our values make it possible for us to fulfill our mission, with a set of shared principles and practices, and form the bedrock of how we operate, interact, and are seen by colleagues, partners, and other agencies.

The Bureau of Human Resources (BHR), Region 2 is currently recruiting to fill a Human Resources Specialist Limited Term Employment vacancy. This position will be located at the Department of Corrections (DOC) central office in Madison, Wisconsin. Region 2 provides HR services to the DOC.

NOTE: LTE positions are limited to working a total of 1039 hours over a period of 12 months. Candidates must be a resident of the State of Wisconsin in order to be considered.

This position provides professional, technical, and administrative support assistance within the Bureau of Human Resources, Region 2 program area and performs a wide variety of duties related to staffing, recruitment, selection, and records management. Specifically, this LTE position’s primary responsibility will be focusing on assisting with HR responsibilities with the Division of Community Corrections Human Resources team.

The starting pay is between $27.00 and $37.17 per hour. The pay schedule/range is 81-04.

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 sponsorship) at the time of application. Region 2 will conduct criminal background checks on applicants prior to selection to determine whether the circumstances of any conviction may be related to the job being filled.

NOTE: This position will work about 20 hours per week and is eligible to work remotely one day a week. This will be discussed with the supervisor upon appointment. This position may travel to other DOC sites as needed.

Minimally qualified applicants will have experience:

• Performing staffing and recruitment activities (posting jobs, coordinating interviews, applicant liaison, etc.)
• Performing related HR functions (classification, compensation, reviewing position descriptions, etc.)
• Utilizing software programs (MS Word, Excel, etc.) to create reports, memos, etc.
• Using a Human Resources Information System (HRIS) such as PeopleSoft, SAP, ADP, etc.

To apply, click on “Apply for Job” to start the application process. Follow the steps outlined in the application process and submit your application.

Applicants should attach a letter of qualifications and resume detailing their training and experience relating to the qualifications mentioned above. It is not necessary to include references at this time. Your letter of qualifications and resume will be evaluated and should be limited to a maximum of two pages each.

Eligible candidates will be invited to participate in the next step of the selection process. For extra guidance to assist you in developing your resume and letter of qualification, if interested please click here.

Questions can be directed to Phia Vang, Human Resources Specialist at Phia.Vang@wisconsin.gov.

The State of Wisconsin is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer seeking a diverse and talented workforce. We provide reasonable accommodations to applicants and employees with disabilities.

Online applications and materials must be submitted by 11:59pm on July 23rd, 2026.

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