Child Care Subsidy Specialist - Adv

Introduction

The Wisconsin Department of Children and Families (DCF), Division of Early Care and Education (DECE), Milwaukee Early Care Authorizations (MECA), Client Investigations Unit, is currently recruiting to fill a Child Care Subsidy Specialist - Adv position in Milwaukee, WI. DCF offers great benefits, personal growth opportunities and work-life balance as a State of Wisconsin employee; and the intrinsic reward associated with serving the children and families of Wisconsin. To learn more about DCF’s complete compensation package, please visit our Total Rewards Calculator!

This position is headquartered at our Milwaukee Office and will have the option to work hybrid for up to 95%. This schedule may change based on training or operational needs. Employees need to report to the 635 N 26 St. Milwaukee, WI office on their first day for onboarding and orientation. 

High speed internet access is required to meet the needs of hybrid work.

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DCF is committed to the important work of helping children, youth and families become safer, more secure and progress down the road to true independence. For more information about DCF, visit our website at http://dcf.wi.gov/.

Position Summary

This position provides accountability and oversight of the Wisconsin Shares Program by serving as a lead worker and ensuring staff’s awareness and compliance with the state and federal laws, administrate rules, and policies by training, assisting, and assisting in the assignment and review of work of Child Care Subsidy Specialist-Senior positions. Additionally, this position serves as the main point of contact for the unit and other community partners (child support, housing authority, W-2 etc.). This position coordinates efforts with Department of Human Services, Division of Hearing and Appeals, Legal Action of Wisconsin, W-2 Agencies, State of Wisconsin Offices and other internal and external community partners regarding fraud issues and ensuring there is no overlap of services.

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Salary Information

The classification title for this position is Child Care Subsidy Specialist - Adv. The starting salary is between $28.00 and $31.00 per hour ($58,240 and $64,480 annually), depending on qualifications. Pay for current State of WI employees will be based on the compensation plan in effect at the time of the appointment. Pay for current state employees who are transferring will be determined based upon the pay on transfer rules (higher level duties or equity) as outlined in the compensation plan in effect at the time of appointment.

The pay schedule/range is 12-63. A one-year probationary period/ may be required.

Job Details

Due to the nature of the position, final candidates may be required to allow DCF to conduct a security background check to determine whether the circumstances of any pending charges or convictions would be substantially related to the job being filled.

Applicants must be legally entitled to work in the United States (i.e., a citizen or national of the U.S., a lawful permanent resident, an alien authorized to work in the U.S. without DCF sponsorship.) The Department of Children and Families does not sponsor visas, either at time of hire or at any later time.

Qualifications

Minimally qualified applicants will have:

• Experience working with a public-assistance program or related programs
• Experience writing and interpreting information orally to client or customers
• Experience using CARES, CWW, CSAW, ECF, BRITS or other similar public-benefit databases
• Experience performing case review and/or audit for accuracy

Well-qualified applicants will have:

• Experience managing cases (creating referrals, gathering, updating and entering information) in BRITS or a similar program integrity public-benefit system
• Experience collaborating with a wide variety of stakeholders both internal and external to the organization
• Experience reviewing work product of lower-level staff and providing feedback and/or guidance to ensure the needs of the organization are met

How To Apply

If you haven’t already done so, you will need to create an account and apply online. You must apply online to be considered for this position. Application materials will not be accepted if received in an e-mail, as a hard copy or a fax. Applications received after the deadline will not be accepted.

After you are logged in and are viewing the announcement, click “Apply Now.” You will be asked to provide your personal information and required materials. Online applications that do not include all of the requested materials will not be considered. 

Your letter of qualifications and resume are very important parts of your application at DCF and are used during our evaluation process to determine your qualifications as they relate to the job. View instructions on developing your resume and letter of qualifications for your DCF application and what should be included in these materials. 

Submitted materials will be evaluated by one or more subject matter experts and qualified applicants will be invited to participate in the next step of the selection process. 

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 original, 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. We provide reasonable accommodations to qualified applicants and employees with disabilities.

 

The State of Wisconsin offers a special program for qualified veterans with a 30% or greater service-connected disability. If you are a qualified veteran, please visit the Veterans Employment page for application instructions to be considered for the Veterans Non-Competitive Appointment program.

Permanent classified state employees who are eligible for consideration (transfer, voluntary demotion, or former employees as a reinstatement) must complete the application process to apply.

Deadline to Apply

The deadline to apply is 11:59 PM on May 12, 2025. If you need assistance with the online application process, please contact, Rebekah Gaumitz at 608-422-6417 or via email at Rebekah.Gaumitz@wisconsin.gov. Please see the Frequently Asked Questions for general wisc.jobs user information and technical assistance.