Remote Policy Analyst Jobs in Madison, WI (NOW HIRING)

Introduction
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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 DOJ.
The Department of Justice, Division of Law Enforcement Services, Bureau of Justice Programs (BJP) serves as the designated State Administering Agency (SAA) in Wisconsin for federal criminal and juvenile justice formula and discretionary grant programs, as well as related state grant programs. BJP also seeks federal discretionary funding opportunities on behalf of the state. BJP awards and disseminates grants to local, tribal, state, and non-profit agencies, and provides program/fiscal oversight and assistance.
BJP is also responsible for coordinating two statewide advisory councils. The statewide Criminal Justice Coordinating Council (CJCC) brings together state and local decision-makers as a collaborative body to assess the criminal justice system and improve system outcomes. The Governor's Juvenile Justice Commission (GJJC) is a diverse group of appointed commissioners from across the juvenile justice system and serves as the State Advisory Group (SAG) on juvenile justice issues for Wisconsin.
Position Summary
BJP is recruiting for a Program and Policy Analyst-Advanced position to serve as the Treatment Alternatives and Diversion (TAD) Program Manager . This position will be headquartered at the Risser Justice Center, located at 17 W. Main Street, in the award-winning city of Madison .
Under the general supervision of the Criminal Justice Program and Policy Supervisor, this position acts as an agency expert and a statewide policy resource for public safety and criminal justice programs including law enforcement, prosecution, diversion programs, treatment courts, corrections, and public defense and related public policy areas. This position is to serve as the program manager and technical assistance provider for the Wisconsin Treatment Alternatives and Diversion Program.
This position is primarily responsible for the program management of the Treatment Alternatives and Diversion Program (TAD) and Drug Court Program totaling over $10 million and currently funds 61 treatment courts and 30 diversion programs across the state of Wisconsin. As a program manager, the position provides support to participating counties and tribes with the establishment, implementation and administration of their TAD projects.
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Salary Information
The Program and Policy Analyst-Advanced position is in pay schedule 07 and pay range 03. The starting salary for this position will be between $35.00/hour ($72,800/year) and $39.00/hour ($81,120/year) depending upon experience and qualifications, plus excellent benefits. 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.
  • 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
This position is eligible for a hybrid work schedule, with specific remote opportunities to be discussed during the interview process and requires travel as part of the role. Following the successful completion of the required training period, this position offers the ability for up to four days per week remote. In addition, the employee may need to report to DOJ on short notice as operational needs require.
High speed internet access will be required to meet needs of remote work. Travel to the headquarters is not eligible for travel reimbursement. Must be eligible to drive when required for travel.
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.
A background check, including fingerprints, will be completed on applicants prior to selection.
Qualifications
Minimally qualified applicants must also have experience in all of the following:

• Interpreting, applying, training, and/or monitoring compliance with complex state or federal statutory requirements, administrative codes, and/or grant regulations.
• Planning, managing, evaluating and/or coordinating complex public programs, public safety initiatives, or criminal justice operations (such as treatment/specialty courts, diversion programming, or drug/alcohol prevention) utilizing evidence-based programming and decision-making.
• Working within a local, state, or federal government agency, with demonstrated knowledge of governmental operations and the roles/responsibilities of multi-disciplinary justice system agencies (law enforcement, prosecution, courts, corrections).

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

• M anaging the lifecycle of federal or state-funded grants, including compliance monitoring, fiscal tracking, and managing subrecipient awards.
• Leading cross-agency subcommittees, working groups, or collaborating directly with multi-jurisdictional stakeholders and advisory boards (e.g., elected/appointed state, local, or federal officials across law enforcement, courts, prosecution, or corrections) to drive public policy initiatives.
• Utilizing formal project management or formal planning processes to oversee high-profile, long-term public sector projects from inception through final deliverables.

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 August 14, 2026, at 11:59pm.