Financial Specialist - Senior - Bureau of Real Estate Management

Introduction 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. This position will be located in the Division of Facilities and Transportation Services, Bureau of Real Estate Management and will be headquartered at the DOA State Administration Building: 101 East Wilson Street, Madison, WI 53703. As the flagship agency of the State of Wisconsin, our core values are Adaptability, Collaboration, Stewardship, Equity, Service Excellence, and Integrity . These values guide how we operate, interact, and are seen by colleagues, partners, and other agencies. Position Summary This position is located in the Bureau of Real Estate Management and serves as a critical point of dependency for the implementation of duties, policies, and responsibilities across both the Lease Administration and Space Management Sections. The role manages approximately 450 statewide active private sector leases covering about 3.2 million square feet and $49 million in annual rental payments, and acts as a primary liaison to the Space Management section regarding space utilization in DOA state‑owned buildings, tracking approximately 4 million square feet of occupied and vacant space and managing $77 million in annual rent billings and collections. The position utilizes Archibus software to process complex lease contracts, manage the state‑owned housing rental program, and ensure data integrity for all real‑estate and billing documents. Salary Information This position is in schedule‑range (02‑13) with a rate of pay of $26.08 per hour. A 12‑month probationary period is required. Pay for current state employees will be set in accordance with the Wisconsin State Compensation Plan. Competitive Benefits Package Substantial leave time including at least 3.5 weeks of vacation/personal holiday to start, 9 paid holidays, and 130 hours of sick time that rolls over each year. Excellent and affordable health, vision, and dental benefits. An exceptional pension plan with employer match and lifetime retirement payment. 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. Use this Total Rewards Calculator to see the total value of our competitive benefits package. 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. In compliance with federal law, 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 upon hire. Certain positions within this Department may allow remote/work from home flexibility for a portion of their work schedule, depending on the needs of the position and the work unit. This topic and any remote work flexibility that may be available will be discussed further in the interview process. Qualifications Qualified applicants will have experience in the following: Utilizing software to manage data, create reports, track progress, and/or perform audits. Utilizing basic bookkeeping methods and practices which may include invoicing, database and contract management and reporting, and/or performing reconciliations. Communicating and collaborating with internal and external stakeholders to deliver quality customer service. Additional Qualifications Experience with real‑estate documents such as leases, addendums, RFIs, RFPs, and renewals. Experience in space management and utilization. Equal Employment Opportunity 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. Veterans are invited to apply for the Veterans Non‑Competitive Appointment program. Applications must be submitted by 11:59 p.m. on Wednesday, May 20, 2026. For questions, contact View email address on click.appcast.io. #J-18808-Ljbffr State of Wisconsin