Public Policy and Budget Analyst

Public Policy and Budget Analyst State of Wisconsin - Administration Madison, WI Job Details Full-time $71,364 - $79,851 a year 1 day ago Benefits Wellness program Paid holidays Dental insurance Pension plan Employee assistance program Vision insurance Qualifications Research Full Job Description 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 is located in the State Budget Office and will be headquartered at the

DOA State Administration Building:

101 East Wilson Street, Madison, WI 53703. Based on current DEBF policy and the business needs within the unit, this position would work from their headquarter location at least two days per week with the possibility of working from home the remaining days. Initial training may require additional days in office. 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 The State Budget Office is a fast-paced environment in which analysts assist the Governor and the Secretary of Administration in the development and implementation of the state budget. Analysts analyze public policy and programs in addition to working with assigned agencies. Agency assignments will be determined by position. For a complete description of duties, please see the full entry level position description. We are recruiting at the entry and journey levels for this position. The level of the selected candidate will be determined at the time of hire. Higher level candidates may have experience developing and implementing policy (e.g., providing input on policy recommendations to individuals or organizations, implementing policies and procedures for an organization, interpreting policies and procedures to advise managers, or similar); or analyzing public sector budgets. Salary Information This position at either level will be in the schedule-range (81-03) with an annual salary between $71,364 and $79,851. Employees at the Entry level will receive an add-on of $1.00 per hour; at the Journey level an add-on of $2.00 per hour. Level of position and salary will be determined based on the qualifications of the selected candidate at the time of hire. A 24-month probationary period is required. Pay for current state employees will be set in accordance with the Wisconsin State Compensation Plan. In addition, we offer a competitive benefits package featuring: 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 to support their health, goals, and overall well-being 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 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. 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 in more detail in the interview process. Qualifications Qualified applicants will have training or experience in: Research and analysis of policy issues Budget analysis and operations Professional written and verbal communication (e.g., written or electronic correspondence, presenting, or similar) How To Apply Apply online! To apply, click "Apply for Job" to start the application process. Then, you will access your existing account or to create a new account if you don't have an account. Once you are logged in, click "Apply for Job." Follow the steps outlined in the application process and submit your application. Please visit the Frequently Asked Questions section for general wisc.jobs user information and technical assistance. 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 and the most qualified applicants will be invited to participate in the next step of the hiring process for available vacancies. 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 program. Questions can be directed to Michelle Bassuener at Deadline to Apply Applications must be submitted by 11:59pm on Tuesday, May 12, 2026.