Are you an experienced engineer looking for a job with a flexible schedule that allows for a great work life balance?  If so, this is the job for you! 

The State of Wisconsin, Department of Military Affairs (DMA) is hiring an Engineer, working title is Construction Project Manager. This position is located at the Joint Force Headquarters (JFHQ) in Madison. 

This position will work 4,10-hour shifts per week or 5, 8-hour shifts per week. The exact schedule will be determined at the job offer. 

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.

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.
• Excellent and affordable health, vision, and dental benefits (health plan options start at just $42/month for single plans and $104/month for family plans after two months of employment).
• A casual atmosphere and flexible work schedules, depending on the position's requirements.
• An exceptional pension plan with employer match and lifetime retirement payment, plus an optional tax advantaged 457 retirement savings plan.
• 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.
• Working for Wisconsin State Government may make you eligible for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program

This position serves as an Engineer/ Construction Project Manager in the Construction and Facilities Management Office (CFMO) at the Department of Military Affairs (DMA). Duties will include budgeting, planning, design, design oversight, and construction management of DMA facilities. The position will act independently as the Owner’s Representative for construction contract purposes and as the Agency Representative, or the liaison, with the Project Manager assigned by the Department of Administration. The position will manage the design and direct the construction of assigned and/or delegated projects by coordinating the work of the Project Architect/Engineer and Owner/Agency staff, or act as the said Architect/Engineer as necessary. This position will ensure that the construction of DMA facilities is completed in accordance with all applicable laws, codes, statutes, administrative requirements, approved programs, schedules and budgets. Typical projects include exterior/interior facility repairs/construction, pavements and parking lots, and other projects related to Army National Guard buildings, armories, vehicle maintenance shops, and aviation maintenance shops.

The Design and Project Management Branch is responsible for providing efficient project management services to stakeholders including divisions, contractors and consultants for a wide range of multidiscipline projects. The incumbent will function with a high degree of independence within the framework of laws, rules and general policy of the Department and State. Additionally, the incumbent has engineering responsibilities which requires tact and sound judgement contact with the public, private officials, and architectural/engineering consultants on highly sensitive and complex engineering reviews.

Starting pay is between $87,360 to $103,105 annually ($42.00 and $49.57 per hour) 

This position is in the 14-13 pay schedule/range. A 12-month probation will be required. 

This position will work 4, 10-hour shifts per week or 5, 8-hour shifts per week. The exact schedule will be determined at the job offer. 

For current permanent state employees, pay will be set in accordance with the State Compensation Plan.

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.

To learn more about the complete compensation package, please visit the Total Rewards Calculator.

Must possess or be eligible to obtain and maintain a valid driver’s license and meet the requirements of the State of Wisconsin Fleet Vehicle Policy to drive a state vehicle.

State of Wisconsin Fleet Vehicle Policy:

Must have a valid driver's license

Minimum of two year's driving experience

Must be 18 years of age or older

Additionally, the driving record must not reflect the following conditions:

Three or more moving violations (with point reductions) and/or at fault accidents in the past 2 years

An OWI or DUI violation within the past 12 months

A suspension or revocation of the driver's license

In order to gain access to the military facilities and to determine whether the circumstances of any conviction may be related to the job being filled, DMA will conduct a comprehensive background check. 

In addition, the position requires a Common Access Card (CAC). A CAC requires successful completion of a Department of Defense investigation and an additional more in-depth federal background check, for gaining access to federal computer systems, restricted locations, or classified information.

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.

Candidates who meet minimum qualifications will be able to show that they have:

• An earned degree in Civil, Electrical, or Mechanical Engineering from an accredited college or university. 

OR

• Be a registered Professional Engineer in Wisconsin, or Certified Engineer-in-Training who will have passed the State of Wisconsin examination for registration as a Professional Engineer before the end of a 12-month probationary period, as defined by Wisconsin Statutes Chapter 443. 

Apply online! 

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You will be required to attach your current resume and letter of qualifications in a Word or PDF compatible format.

For instructions on developing your resume and letter of qualifications and what should be included in these materials, click here.  Submitted materials will be evaluated by a panel of job experts and the most qualified applicants will be invited to participate in the next step of the selection process.

Permanent classified state employees who are eligible for consideration (transfer, voluntary demotion, or reinstatement) should complete the online application process by the stated deadline.

Applications must be submitted through Wisc.Jobs. Failure to submit all required materials will result in an incomplete application and ineligibility for this position.  Application materials will not be accepted if received in an incompatible format, an email, as a hard copy or a fax.

Questions regarding the application process can be directed to Rebecca Rupnow at Rebecca.Rupnow@widma.gov or 608-242-3150.  

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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.

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Applications will be accepted until the position is filled. First review of applications will begin on Monday, June 16, 2025. To ensure consideration, you must apply by 11:59 p.m. on Sunday, June 15, 2025.