Serve as the leader for the State of Wisconsin’s National and Community Service Board! We are looking for a driven individual that will bring their passion and skills to manage staff and administer programming and resources to support community organizations, schools, local nonprofits, and other groups, through statewide service and volunteerism.

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 stakeholders 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.

The Division of Enterprise Operations (DEO) administers enterprise policies governing procurement, risk management, and continuity of operations planning; provides services to DOA and other agencies in the areas of financial management, procurement, risk management, continuity of operations planning,​ and the State Prosecutors Program;​ facilitates opportunities for diverse businesses to sell goods and services to state agencies; and provides administrative oversight and support to attached councils, boards and offices, including Serve Wisconsin. 

Serve Wisconsin is Wisconsin’s National and Community Service Board. Our mission is to promote service, provide training and allocate resources to programs that enrich lives and communities through service and volunteerism. We achieve this mission primarily through our work with AmeriCorps programs and AmeriCorps members throughout the state of Wisconsin. We are governed by a 21-member citizen board appointed by the Governor.

Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging are core values at DOA that guide how we build our teams, develop our leaders, and create a culture that empowers everyone to be their authentic selves. We believe that when employees are respected and valued for who they are and are accountable for demonstrating that respect to others; it drives greater engagement and collaboration, ignites creativity and innovation, and fosters connection between teams and those we serve.

This position is headquartered at the Department of Administration State Office Building, 101 E. Wilson Street, Madison, WI.

Under the general supervision of the designee of the Secretary of the Department of Administration, this position provides broad leadership in the conceptualization, development and implementation of complex statewide plans, policies and programs relating to national and community service initiatives. As Executive Director of the Wisconsin National and Community Service (Serve Wisconsin) Board, a 21-member, state-wide entity appointed by the Governor, this position manages and administers all aspects of Wisconsin's national and community service program and represents the State at the national level in multiple areas relating to community service and volunteerism.

This position supports the development of a comprehensive three-year State Service Plan, secures resources, makes available grant programs for local organizations, and provides technical assistance to applicants and grantees. This position supports the Board in exercising its powers, duties and functions prescribed in law. Duties include statewide planning and policy development, coordination, and budget management and implementation of significant program initiatives. Duties also include developing and maintaining extensive working relationships with multiple entities such as federal, state and local government officials, leaders of national non-profit organizations, and business leaders. Additionally, the position is responsible for providing consultation and recommendations to the Governor, Department of Administration Secretary and Wisconsin National and Community Service Board on program initiatives relating to national and community service. The position is responsible for managing Serve Wisconsin personnel and resources in accordance with applicable state and federal laws and policies. State and national travel is required.

For more information, please view the complete Serve Wisconsin Executive Director position description. 

This position is in the Administrative Manager classification and is in schedule-range (81-01) with an hourly rate of $35.78- $59.88, plus excellent benefits. A two-year career executive trial period is required. Pay for current state employees will be set in accordance with the Wisconsin State Compensation Plan.

Due to the nature of the position, DOA will conduct background checks on applicants prior to selection. DOA does not sponsor work visas. 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.

This position is headquartered at 101 E. Wilson Madison, WI in the Department of Administration Building. This position is required to work in the office a minimum of one day per week with the option to work remotely the rest of the week.

Minimally qualified applicants have experience with each of the following:

• Directing and administering grant funding for a large and complex statewide program.
• Interpreting, developing, and implementing programming, policies, and standard operating procedures based on state and federal guidance and statues.
• Developing and maintaining working relationships with multiple entities, such as federal, state, and local government officials, leaders of national non-profit organizations, and business leaders.

In addition, well-qualified applicants will have experience with one or more of the following:

• Personnel supervision and management
• State Board governance
• Administration of federal funding

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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.

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.

Note: Current Career Executives or those with reinstatement eligibility to Career Executive status should complete the application process to apply.

The State of Wisconsin is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action 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.

If you are a veteran with a 30% or greater service-related disability, please send a cover letter, resume, DD-214, and documentation of your service-connected disability rating (dated within 12 months) to the contact listed below.

Questions can be directed to Pilar Blomquist at Pilare.blomquist@wisconsin.gov or 715-831-3220. 

Applicant materials are due by 11:59pm Tuesday, August 26, 2025.