Hazard Mitigation Project Specialist

Ready to help communities become stronger, safer, and more resilient? Join Wisconsin Emergency Management (WEM) as a Hazard Mitigation Project Specialist and play a hands‑on role in shaping statewide hazard mitigation programs, guiding local and tribal partners, and supporting disaster operations across Wisconsin. The State of Wisconsin, Department of Military Affairs (DMA), is hiring a Hazard Mitigation Project Specialist (Emergency Management Specialist) located in Madison. The DMA provides essential, effective, and responsive military and emergency management capability for the citizens of our state and nation. During emergencies, no single organization can handle the response. The DMA consists of several organizations working together to plan, prepare, coordinate, and respond effectively when our communities and neighbors need us the most. WEM builds capabilities and coordinates resources to support a safe and resilient Wisconsin. WEM is the state’s lead agency for coordinating effective disaster response and recovery efforts in support of local and tribal governments from natural and human‑caused/technological events. WEM works alongside local, tribal, state, and federal agencies as well as volunteer and private‑sector partners. We offer an opportunity to engage with a team of dedicated professionals, with a truly worthwhile mission. Our convenient location is near Madison College and adjacent to the Dane County Regional Airport with access to major highways. Our facility includes a fantastic fitness center, indoor pickleball court, and free on‑site parking. The DMA offers flexible schedules and great life/work balance. This position is eligible for limited telework after an initial training period. In addition to meaningful and rewarding work, we offer a competitive benefits package featuring: Substantial leave time including at least 3.5 weeks of vacation to start, 9 paid holidays, and ample accrued sick time that rolls over each year. A casual atmosphere and flexible work schedules, 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 wellbeing. This recruitment may be used to fill future vacancies in the next 6 months. Position Summary The Hazard Mitigation Project Specialist positions administer a broad range of complex emergency management, hazard mitigation, and disaster recovery programs. These positions work with federal, tribal, state, and local government agencies as well as the private sector and non-profits before, during, and after an incident to implement state and federal grants and programs that assist communities in recovering from disasters and mitigating against the impacts of future disasters. The Hazard Mitigation Project Specialists work with communities in developing or updating hazard mitigation and other emergency plans and assist in maintaining the Division’s plans. They develop and deliver job aids, guidance documents, presentations, and training on emergency management, hazard mitigation, and disaster recovery topics. They provide technical assistance to the stakeholders of the programs they administer. Duties are performed with extensive latitude for individual decision-making under the general supervision of the Hazard Mitigation Section Supervisor. Salary Information Starting pay is between $32.20 and $34.84 per hour. This position is in the 07/04 pay schedule/range.A 12-month probation will be required. For current permanent state employees, pay will be set in accordance with the State Compensation Plan. The ability to respond with short or little notice to emergencies and disasters in the assigned region and arriving within a reasonable amount of time is required. In order to gain access to DMA facilities or air bases, and to determine whether the circumstances of any conviction may be related to the job being filled, DMA will conduct a comprehensive background check. The Department of Military Affairs 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. This is a State of Wisconsin Civil Service position. The DMA does not require current or previous military experience. All new permanent, project, and limited term employees will be required to report to Joint Force Headquarters (JFHQ) in Madison on the Monday of their first week of employment for the New Employee Orientation (NEO) program. Additional information will be sent to the new employees and their supervisors on the Tuesday prior to NEO. Qualifications Candidates who meet minimum qualifications will have experience with: Developing technical documents, managing grant and project data, training materials, correspondence, and/or program documentation utilizing appropriate software (such as Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook) or Google Workspace (Google Docs, Sheets, Slides) or similar). Reviewing, revising, and developing plans and procedures. Developing and maintaining cooperative, positive working relationships with individuals outside of your organization, i.e., customers, the public, government (federal, state, county, tribal, and local officials). In addition to the minimum qualifications, well-qualified candidates will also have the following preferred qualifications: Developing and implementing training programs for the adult learner. Experience with or education/training in state and federal disaster legislation and in particular, State Statue 323 Emergency Management and PL 100-707 the Robert T. Stafford Disaster Relief and Emergency Assistance Act. Working with federal, state, tribal and local agencies and interpreting policies and procedures, particularly as they relate to emergency management. Your resume and letter of qualification are very important parts of your application. In these materials, you should clearly describe your education, training, and experience as they relate to the bulleted items listed above. Your qualifications should be addressed in your resume and expanded upon in your letter of qualifications. These materials are used during our evaluation process to determine your qualifications as they relate to the job. Here areinstructions on developing your resume and letter of qualifications and what should be included in these materials. The vast majority of applicants are able to outline their background and experience in their resume in 1-3 pages; the same applies to the letter of qualification . The Department of Military Affairs is an equal opportunity employer seeking a diverse and talented workforce. Veterans, women, people of color, LGBTQIA+, and people with disabilities are encouraged to apply. We provide reasonable accommodations to qualified applicants and employees with disabilities. For complete information on veterans’ hiring programs that may benefit you, please visit the Employment Assistance page on the Wisconsin Department of Veterans Affairs’ website. Veterans with a 30%-or-greater service-connected disability rating are eligible for consideration for non-competitive appointment to permanent positions in classified civil service under s. 230.275, WI Stats. Please visit the Veterans Employment page for more information about the program and how to apply. Current state employees in permanent positions are not eligible for non-competitive appointment. Questions regarding the application process can be directed to Michele Sorum at View email address on click.appcast.io or View phone number on click.appcast.io. Deadline to Apply The online application process must be completed by 11:59p.m. on Sunday, August 9, 2026. Late applications will not be accepted. #J-18808-Ljbffr