Procurement and Contract Policy Analyst

The Department of Health Services (DHS), Division of Enterprise Services (DES), is recruiting to fill two Procurement and Contract Policy Analysts in the Bureau of Procurement and Contracting (BPC). 

These positions have the ability to work remotely up to 5 days per week but may be required to report to an office location for management directed tasks and meetings.  These positions can be headquartered at one of our central or regional offices.

Who are we: DHS is one of the largest and most diverse state agencies in Wisconsin, with an annual budget of $15 billion and 6,700 employees. DHS oversees Medicaid, the single largest program in the state budget along with other health and social service programs, and is committed to protecting and promoting the health and safety of the people of Wisconsin.

What we offer: 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.
• An 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 a Procurement and Contract Policy Analyst, you will be responsible for analyzing, developing, and updating procurement and contract management policies and procedures used at DHS to ensure they meet minimum standards established by the State Procurement Manual and other federal regulations and guidelines. The ideal candidate will have extensive knowledge of program planning principles to develop policies and procedures, and materials and curricula for the required training of bureau staff, sub-delegated facility staff and DHS program customer staff to ensure the proper application of procurement statutes, administrative code, state policies and procedures and federal Uniform Guidance requirements.  

Additionally, you will be responsible for developing and operating a formalized audit and internal management review program of DHS procurement and contract management (sourcing) activities and contract centralization and compliance activities, including internal sub-delegation to assure compliance with existing policies and procedures. You will also design standardized formats and templates for consistent usage, in accordance with state and federal regulations. 

Salary Information

The starting salary is between $37.50 and $41.00 per hour (approximately between $78,000 and $85,200 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. These positions are classified as a Program and Policy Analyst – Advanced and are 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.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 interpreting and applying federal or state laws, mandates, or regulations.
• Experience working with procurement or contracting programs, rules or policies. 
• Experience consulting or providing technical assistance to others in the interpretation of policies and procedures.

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

• A bachelor’s degree or higher in public policy or similar field.
• Experience with Wisconsin’s procurement process or contracting rules.
• Experience reviewing contracts for compliance.

Your letter of qualifications is limited to one (1) page and your resume is limited to 2 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 Jennie Hocker in Human Resources at Jennifer.hocker@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 April 20th by 11:59pm.  

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