Grants Performance Management and Evaluation Specialist

The newly established Office of Grants Management (OGM) within the Department of Health Services (DHS) is hiring a Grants Performance Management and Evaluation Specialist. In collaboration with subject matter experts throughout DHS, OGM will provide the agency with centralized grantmaking functions to focus on customer service, compliance with federal requirements, and the overall consistency and quality of the grants process. 

This position has the ability to work remotely up to 5 days per week but is required to report to the Madison central office location on occasion to complete certain tasks such as onboarding, meetings, and other events. This position can be headquartered at one of our central or regional offices.

As an employee of the State of Wisconsin, you'll 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 $42/month for single plans and $104/month for family plans, after 2 months of state service. 
• Exceptional pension plan with a 6.95% employer match in 2025 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 a Grants Performance Management and Evaluation Specialist, you will be responsible for managing the program performance and evaluation activities for OGM. You will:

• Coordinate activities related to contracting and the management of DHS federal and state grants, including the development of tools, templates, and trainings.
• Lead the development and oversight of a variety of agency policies and processes; provide technical assistance to internal and external partners; develop and oversee training resources; and liaise with other DHS Divisions to ensure alignment with federal and state laws, rules, regulations, and/or requirements.
• Support the evaluation responsibilities for programs and grants of the agency, including the development and ongoing assessment of performance-based metrics and outcomes. 
• Monitor and conduct analysis of complex federal and state regulations for the purpose of assessing program impact and developing program policy recommendations in the areas of assigned responsibility.

Salary Information

The starting pay is between $36.00 and $41.50 per hour (approximately between $74,800 and $86,300 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. The 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 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 both a private workspace and secure high-speed internet for remote work option. Mileage reimbursement to the employee’s headquarter location is not provided. 
• DHS does not sponsor work visas for these positions, 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.

Qualifications

Minimally qualified applicants will have all of the following:

• Experience in grant or contract administration (e.g., developing grants or contracts, monitoring performance and compliance, measuring and reporting on outcomes, etc.).
• Experience with policy analysis and development.
• Experience providing guidance, technical assistance, or training to internal or external partners regarding policies or procedures.
• Experience reviewing and evaluating programs, policies, or procedures to measure effectiveness.

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

• Experience developing and monitoring key metrics and outcomes for contracts and grant agreements.
• Experience conducting analysis of complex federal and state regulations and providing recommendations to support program development and goal attainment.
• Experience in grant or contract administration within a state or federal government setting.

Your letter of qualifications is limited to one (1) page. Your resume is limited to three (3) pages. For a guide on developing your resume and letter of qualifications and what should be included in these materials, click here.

How To Apply

Applying is easy! Click “Apply for Job” to start your application process.  Sign into your account or create an account before applying for the job. Follow the steps outlined in the application process to submit your application.

Helpful Information: 

• Once your application is submitted, no changes are allowed. Click “Save” to allow changes to your application as needed before submitting by the deadline. 
• You may want to save a copy of the job posting for referencing after the deadline.
• Submitted materials will be evaluated by a panel of job experts according to the qualifications above. 
• Please monitor your email for communications related to this position. 
• Current or former permanent, classified, state employees must complete the online application process to be considered. 
• If viewing through an external site, please apply directly at Wisc.Jobs. 
• For technical assistance and general information, please see Frequently Asked Questions. For questions about the position, to request a copy of the full position description, or for other employment inquiries, please contact Katie in Human Resources at katie.rudnick@dhs.wisconsin.gov  

DHS is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. 

Veterans are encouraged to apply. For complete information on Veterans’ hiring programs with the WI Department of Veteran’s Affairs, click here.

Deadline to Apply

The deadline to apply is August 7th at 11:59 pm.  

Applicants are strongly encouraged to allow ample time to finalize their applications keeping in mind that technical assistance is only available Monday through Friday 7:45 am – 4:30 pm.  Late or incomplete applications will not be accepted.