Fiscal Section Chief

Introduction

The Division of Energy, Housing, and Community Resources (DEHCR) is seeking a Budget & Policy Supervisor Division- Adv for the Bureau of Program Services. The Bureau of Program Services provide direct oversight over statewide program operations including performing all fiscal management functions for DEHCR to include budget development and monitoring of expenditures contract development and monitoring, invoicing, bill payments, grant set up and acceptance, and meeting grant reporting requirements. In addition, the Bureau is responsible for oversight of IT functions for the Division, especially as they pertain to the Home Energy Plus application development, testing and improvement planning. For more information about the DEHCR, please visit our website .

This position is located at the Department of Administration (DOA) building in the heart of downtown Madison near the State Capitol. This vibrant area is home to many nearby restaurants and shopping venues as well as Madison's notable farmer's markets and food carts. It is also close to the University of Wisconsin and is easily accessible by both the Madison Metro Bus route and the Capital City bike path.

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 stakeholders 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.

Position Summary

Under the general supervision of the Program Services Bureau Director, this position exercises managerial authority over development and monitoring of Division operating budgets, and is responsible for the oversight of program, organizational, policy, legislative and fiscal analysis for the Division of Energy, Housing and Community Resources. The position administers and manages the financial operations of the Divisions' grant programs by analyzing data pertaining to areas including, but not limited to determining program funding availability; developing contracts and local grantee funding allocations, establishing contract goals, providing fiscal assistance to grantees and outside sources; interaction with federal grant agencies; completion of federal grant applications; and, report review and completion. Additionally, this position develops grantee contract conditions and is responsible for monitoring grantee fiscal performance, including grantee expenditures and production. Annual funding in excess of $250 million is received by the division. Funding sources include federal formulary and block grants from the departments of Housing and Urban Development, Energy and Health and Human Services, as well as state general purpose revenue and utility public benefit funds. This position will monitor funding from sources to enable program flexibility and review/monitor sub grantee and administrative expenditures to ensure compliance with funding source requirements. This position has supervisory authority over Budget and Policy Analysts, Program and Policy Analyst, and Financial Specialist within the Bureau of Program Services.

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Salary Information

Starting hourly rate for this position will be $27.68- $45.67 per hour depending on qualifications and experience, plus excellent benefits. This position in this classification is assigned to pay schedule/range 81-03. A 12-month probationary period is required. Pay for current state employees will be set in accordance with the Wisconsin State Compensation Plan.

Job Details

Due to the nature of the position, DOA will conduct background checks on applicants prior to selection. DOA does not sponsor work visas and is not an eligible OPT (Optional Practical Training) employer for F-1 international students . All persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States, and to complete the required employment eligibility form.

This position will have the option of working remotely upon agreement of the supervisor but may be asked to come into the office periodically. This schedule may change based on operational needs and organizational requirements.

Qualifications

Qualified applicants will have all the following:

• Experience with budget planning and analysis in the public sector (e.g. education, local, state, federal government, etc.)
• Experience creating operating budgets with multiple funding sources and appropriations.
• Experience with financial oversight through the monitoring, analysis, and reporting of budgets and expenditures.

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

• Experience with financial oversight of Division of Energy, Housing and Community Resources programs
• Experience with the contract life cycle and with procurement and contract management activities, including purchase orders and invoice payments.
• Experience supervising employees.

How To Apply

The steps to apply online are quick and easy! Follow the steps outlined in the application process and submit your application. Be advised that there will be no opportunity to change your application materials once you have clicked "Submit."

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Your letter of qualifications and resume are very important parts of your application and are used during our evaluation process to determine your qualifications as they relate to the job. Please review instructions on developing your resume and letter of qualifications . Your cover letter is limited to a maximum of two (2) typed pages, single-spaced, no smaller than 10-point font, with 1-inch margins. Resumes should be limited to no more than two (2) pages (no format requirements). Pages more than the specified limits may not be evaluated. References are not necessary at this stage of the process.

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.

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 State of Wisconsin is committed to providing opportunities to all applicants from all backgrounds. We also consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements. Any applicants and employees with a disability may request reasonable accommodations.

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 (VNCA) program.

Questions can be directed to Pilar Blomquist at View email address on click.appcast.io .

Deadline to Apply

Applicant materials are due by 11:59pm on Monday, June 22,2026.