Program & Policy Analyst

Introduction The Department of Health Services (DHS), Division of Medicaid Services (DMS) is recruiting for a Wisconsin Funeral and Cemetery Assistance Program (WFCAP) Program & Policy Analyst in the Bureau of Operations Management (BOM). This position has the ability to work remotely up to 5 days per week but is required to report in office every 1-2 months to complete certain tasks at the central office at 201 E. Washington Ave. office in downtown Madison. This position will work 7:30 am – 4:00 pm, Monday through Friday. Up to 5% travel may be required. This schedule may vary based on training or operational need. As an employee of the State of Wisconsin, you'll also have access to an amazing benefits package, including: 3.5 weeks of vacation, 9 paid holidays and ample sick time; limitations may apply for leave time usage in the first six months. Top rated health plan options starting at $45/month for single plans and $111/month for family plans, after 2 months of state service. Exceptional pension plan with a 7.2% employer match in 2026 with lifetime retirement payment. Plus, a tax advantaged supplemental retirement savings plan which allows you to save money directly from your paycheck for retirement. Use this Total Rewards Calculator to see the total value of our competitive benefits package! Several flex spending accounts: medical, dependent care, commuter, parking and High Deductible Health Savings. 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. Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program employer. Position Summary As the WFCAP Program & Policy Analyst, you will be responsible for researching, analyzing and defining ways to improve the program. Other responsibilities include: Working with the WFCAP Supervisor and other internal and external partners to ensure WFCAP policies and procedures are written in a clear and concise manner. Acting as the subject matter expert on WFCAP and working with internal and external partners to ensure all materials are current and communicated appropriately. Acting as the lead in any internal and external WFCAP trainings. Salary Information The starting pay is between $37.50 and $42.00 per hour (approximately between $78,000 and $87,300 per year), depending on qualifications, plus excellent benefits. A 12-month probationary period is required. Pay for current or former state employees will be set based on the rules that apply to compensation for the applicable transaction. This position is classified as a Program & Policy Analyst - Advanced and is in pay schedule and range 07/03. Job Details All applicants who may be appointed to this position will be required to allow DHS to conduct a background check to determine whether the circumstances of any conviction may be related to the job being filled. For positions that allow remote working flexibility, working outside of Wisconsin or in bordering cities will not be allowed except in extremely limited circumstances due to the need to report to an office location in Wisconsin on short notice. Employees must have access to secure high-speed internet for remote work option. Mileage reimbursement to the employee’s headquarter location is not provided. Remote work flexibility will be discussed in more detail during the interview process. DHS does not sponsor work visas for this position, thus, in compliance with federal law, selected candidates will be required to verify eligibility to work in the United States by completing the required I-9 form upon hire. DHS is not an E-Verify employer nor a STEM-OPT eligible employer. Qualifications Minimally qualified applicants will have all of the following: Experience providing training or technical assistance on policies or procedures. Experience with policy analysis or implementation. Experience leading projects, workgroups, or team assignments. Experience using computer programs such as Excel for data analysis and report production. Well-qualified applicants will also have one or more of the following: Experience with federal, state, or local government laws, rules, and regulations related to public assistance programs such as Medicaid, FoodShare, or WFCAP. Experience using public assistance systems such as Client Assistant for Reemployment and Economic Support (CARES), Client Worker Web (CWW), Electronic Case File (ECF), ACCESS, or ForwardHealth. Experience developing and writing policy recomm