Remote Child Development Jobs in Wisconsin (NOW HIRING)

Introduction
Are you looking for an exciting and impactful career? Do you thrive in a fast-paced collaborative work environment? If so, the DOJ has the opportunities you are looking for!
It is the mission of the Wisconsin Department of Justice (DOJ) to protect the public and ensure that justice is done. Click here to learn more about the DOJ.
The DOJ, Division of Criminal Investigation (DCI) is charged with a purely criminal investigative mission and function. DCI employs Special Agents who are sworn law enforcement officers possessing statewide jurisdiction and charged with the responsibility of enforcing the laws of the State of Wisconsin. DCI has a primary responsibility of investigating crimes that are statewide in nature or importance. DCI Special Agents and non-sworn employees work closely with local, county, tribal, state and federal officials to investigate and prosecute crimes involving homicide, arson, financial crimes, illegal gaming, multi-jurisdictional crimes, drug trafficking, computer crimes, homeland security, public integrity and government corruption as well as crimes against children. DCI also performs special investigations requested by the Governor or the Legislature. In addition, the Division provides extensive training to local, state and federal officers on current issues in law enforcement.
Position Summary
DCI is recruiting for a highly motivated and talented ICAC Outreach Specialist (Staff Development Program Specialist) to join our Internet Crimes Against Children (ICAC) Task Force in the Human Trafficking and Internet Crimes Against Children Bureau. This position will be headquartered in the DCI Madison Field Office. This recruitment may be utilized to fill similar vacancies that occur in the next 6 months. Apply Today!
The ICAC Outreach Specialist will create and deliver ICAC digital safety presentations and coordinate statewide ICAC-related public outreach. This position will identify and analyze Wisconsin's internet safety education and training needs, develop new training programs and procedures, and work with law enforcement, school administrators, and others to coordinate the WI ICAC Task Force's efforts to heighten digital safety and responsibility awareness throughout the state. This position may also assist with CyberTipline activity and interact with task force affiliate members and other DCI ICAC Task Force members to provide analytical case support to further criminal investigations. The ICAC Outreach Specialist role will require exposure to Child Sexual Abuse Material (images, videos, and/or narrative).
For more information, review the position description .
Salary Information
The ICAC Outreach Specialist (Staff Development Program Specialist) position is in pay schedule 81 and pay range 04. The starting pay will be between $33.00 and $37.17/hour. Pay for current or former state employees will follow the provisions found in the State of Wisconsin Compensation Plan effective at the time of hire. A 12-month probationary period may be required.
The State of Wisconsin offers amazing benefits , such as:

• Generous paid time off, including at least 3 1/2 weeks of vacation/personal time, and nine paid holidays., and
  • Sick time that rolls over each year with no cap and may be used to pay for healthcare premiums in retirement.
    • Affordable health insurance, dental, vision, life, and more.
      • A top-notch retirement program and optional tax advantaged 457 retirement savings plan.
      • A Well Wisconsin program, offering wellness tools and rewards to employees and spouses.

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Job Details
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:

1. Occasional overnight travel to deliver training or attend public speaking events throughout the state is required. May require the employee to work evenings and/or weekends.
2. Occasional in-state travel to other agencies and meetings including court appearances is required. Must be eligible to drive when required for travel.
3. This position must testify in an effective manner as an expert concerning the analysis performed and the results and conclusions drawn. Testifying in an effective manner requires remaining free of Brady or Giglio obligations.

This position may be eligible for periodic remote work following an initial training period, including reporting on multiple consecutive workdays to the assigned headquarters as needed. Travel to the headquarters is not eligible for travel reimbursement. High speed internet access is required to meet the needs of remote work.
The Department of Justice 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.
An extensive background check, including fingerprints, drug screening and psychological evaluation will be completed on all DCI applicants prior to selection.
Qualifications
Please address the following in your resume and/or letter of qualifications:
Minimally qualified applicants must have education, training and/or professional work experience in the following areas:

• Creating and maintaining training materials (e.g., content creation, research statistics, relevant topics, etc.).
• Providing public awareness training and/or public speaking (e.g., deliver presentations, information booths, events, outreach, etc.).
• Managing multiple demands within deadlines (i.e. multi-tasker, independent worker, self-starter, etc.).
• Utilizing software programs to compile, review, analyze, save, and share data such as Word, Teams, Excel, PowerPoint, SharePoint, and Adobe

In addition to the minimum qualifications, a well-qualified applicant will also have a combination of the following professional work experience:

• Working with the national Internet Crimes Against Children program or a similar type of internet/digital safety program.
• Developing and maintaining effective working relationships with community groups and/or law enforcement audiences (i.e., subject matter expert, exercise sound judgement, discretion, integrity, etc.).
• Formally creating and updating content for social media, podcasts, and/or newsletters (e.g. gathering information, verifying data, proofing content, etc.)
• Working with law enforcement topics (e.g., understanding statute language, different types of legal processes, etc.).

How To Apply
The steps to apply online are quick and easy! Your application materials, including your resume and letter of qualifications, are used during our evaluation process to determine your eligibility for further consideration. 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. Be advised that there will be no opportunity to change your application materials once you have clicked "Submit."
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.
The WI Department of Justice is committed to providing opportunities to all applicants from all backgrounds. We also consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements.
The State of Wisconsin offers a special program for qualified veterans with a 30% or greater service-connected disability. If you are a qualified veteran, please visit the Veterans Employment page for application instructions to be considered for the Veterans Non-Competitive Appointment program.
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. We appreciate the time and effort it takes to apply for positions. If any questions arise, please contact the DOJ Recruiter email at dojrecruiter@wisdoj.gov .
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Deadline to Apply
The deadline to apply for this job announcement is Sunday, July 19, 2026, at 11:59pm.