The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR), Office of the Secretary is hiring an Employee Engagement Advisor to lead efforts to support employee engagement, retention, and promote a culture of belonging for all DNR employees. DNR is fortunate to have employees from a wide variety of backgrounds, and a combination of seasoned and new employees who work with Wisconsinites to preserve and enhance the natural resources of Wisconsin. If you want to use your leadership and data analysis experience to support a positive work culture for dedicated public servants, apply today!

This position can be headquartered at any DNR office in Wisconsin, depending on business needs and the location of the selected candidate. Remote work will be available for a portion of the work week, after the initial onboarding period.

This recruitment may also be used to fill future similar vacancies.

The DNR is a great place to work! We are a workplace focused on diversity, equity, and inclusivity. Current employees value work-hour flexibility, casual office atmosphere, healthy work-life balance, and working for an organization that provides training and growth opportunities.

The DNR excels at protecting and managing natural resources while supporting the economy and the well-being of our citizenry. We are dedicated to working with Wisconsinites while preserving and enhancing the natural resources of Wisconsin. The staff works in partnership with individuals and organizations to manage fish, wildlife, forests, parks, air, and water resources while promoting a healthy, sustainable environment and a full range of outdoor opportunities.

This position offers the State of Wisconsin’s excellent benefits package, which includes at least 3.5 weeks of paid time off, 9 paid holidays, accrued sick leave, multiple insurance options and an exceptional retirement plan! To learn more about the State’s complete compensation package, please visit the Total Rewards Calculator.

The Employee Engagement Advisor functions as a key policy advisor to the Secretary regarding the DNR employee experience. This position is responsible for assessing department culture, identifying organizational, systemic or divisional issues or opportunities and effectively guiding and influencing the culture of the department to engage and retain talent. This includes developing agency-wide strategies to improve engagement, and designing, developing, and implementing programs aimed at creating a positive workplace environment. The position reports to the Assistant Deputy Secretary and will lead initiatives to support a diverse, talented, and engaged employee community.

Please review the Position Description for more details on this position.

Starting pay for this position is between $35.70 to $47.94 per hour ($74,256 to $99,715 annually).

Pay on appointment will follow the provisions of the State of Wisconsin Compensation Plan. Starting pay may vary for current State employees.

This position is not represented by a collective bargaining unit. Pay on appointment will follow the provisions of the State of Wisconsin Compensation Plan.

This position is included in the classification Agency Organizational Development Officer within Pay Schedule/Range 81-02. A two-year Career Executive trial period may be required.

Background Checks: The Department of Natural Resources conducts criminal background checks on final applicants prior to 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.

Eligibility to work in United States: 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 Form I-9 upon hire.

Remote Work: Based on an assessment of the goals and work activities, this position may be eligible for remote work. Remote work approval is based on individual circumstances and is subject to supervisor approval and DNR remote work policies. Approval is subject to change without notice based on business needs. Employees with approved remote work arrangements are generally expected to work within the state of Wisconsin.

Please make sure to describe and provide detailed examples within your resume and/or letter of qualifications for EACH of the following qualifications you meet.

Required qualifications include experience in ALL the following criteria:

• Analyzing, advising, researching, or planning evaluation and support of employee engagement, employee retention, organizational behavior, or the relationship between employees and the organization.
• Gathering and analyzing data to support data-driven decision making.
• Leading a team to accomplish a goal that requires collaborating across organizational boundaries (e.g., across different functional areas within an organization, with other companies or external stakeholders, etc.)

Preferred qualifications include any of the following criteria:

• Education or training in qualitative data collection methods, such as surveys, focus groups, or similar.
• Experience designing or leading surveys/ focus groups, especially for organizational culture assessments.
• Experience providing recommendations to executive leadership.
• Experience working in a position of leadership/responsibility (e.g., providing guidance and direction, change management, strategic planning, etc.) serving a large, complex organization, especially in the public sector/state government.

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Current state employees, including those with Career Executive status, must apply through STAR ESS. Former permanent classified state employees must apply through Wisc.Jobs.

The State of Wisconsin is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is an affirmative action employer. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to applicants of any race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity or Veteran status. We also consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements.

All applications must be received by 11:59 pm central on Wednesday, July 24th, 2024.