LTE Water Use Program and Policy Analyst Advanced (Madison)

Position Summary

This position leads advanced program and policy analysis for Wisconsin’s statewide water use program, with a primary focus on drought management planning, water conservation and efficiency strategies, and water use analytics and trend analysis across multiple sectors. The role is responsible for integrating data analysis, policy development, and stakeholder coordination to address complex water resource challenges affecting the state and the Great Lakes region.

70%

• Lead the development, implementation, and ongoing evaluation of statewide water use policies and programs, including drought management planning and water conservation and efficiency initiatives.
• Develop and maintain the statewide drought management plan, incorporating emerging risks, stakeholder input, and measurable performance standards.
• Identify and evaluate emerging water use trends and sectors, including potential impacts on water resources and regulatory frameworks.
• Cookordination and collaboration with internal department programs, regional and interstate partners (including Great Lakes entities), and external stakeholders to ensure alignment of program goals and policy implementation.
• Monitor, analyze, and interpret legislative and regulatory developments across multiple jurisdictions; assess impacts and recommend program or policy modifications.
• Planning and promoting water efficiency programs for residential, landscape, and commercial customers.

30%

• Design and implement quality assurance and quality control processes to ensure accuracy, consistency, and completeness of statewide water use data
• Oversee and support the review of water use reports, registrations, and permit applications, ensuring consistency with program policies and regulatory requirements.
• Analyze water use trends over time and across geographic regions.
• Query and analyze water withdrawal data
• Respond to inquiries via phone and email, providing property owners with guidance on reporting requirements, registration processes, and fee collection.

Salary Information

This position pays between $27.68 - $30.00 per hour and is in the Program and Policy Analyst Advanced classification in pay schedule and range 07-03. Compensation will be set in accordance with the State Compensation Plan.

Job Details

This is a Limited Term Employment (LTE) position and will not automatically lead to permanent state employment or be entitled to the same benefits as permanent employees.

Special Requirements

• Residency: To be considered for this position, you must be a resident of the State of Wisconsin.
• Background Checks: The Department of Natural Resources conducts criminal background checks on final applicants prior to a job offer. Please note that a criminal charge or conviction on your record will not necessarily disqualify you from state employment. In compliance with the Wisconsin Fair Employment Act, the DNR does not discriminate on the basis of arrest or conviction record.
• Eligible to work in U.S.: Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States at the time of hire. The Department of Natural Resources 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 I-9 form upon hire.

Equal Opportunity Employer

The DNR is an equal opportunity employer that promotes and values diversity. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, ethnicity, religion, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of hydrology, geology, and environmental studies.
• Experience in data management, statistical analysis, GIS analysis, and database queries.
• Strong written and oral communication skills, with the ability to engage with landowners, industries, and regulatory partners.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple tasks effectively.

How To Apply

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Deadline to Apply

Applications must be received by 11:59pm, Central Time, on July 21st, 2026 in order to be considered.