Closing Date: 16th November, 2026

Description:

Position Summary:
This position functions as agency staff counsel. Represent agencies of the State of Wisconsin as attorney of record in adversarial administrative proceedings. Cases will relate to a broad scope of employment matters, primarily involving employee appeals of

disciplinary actions brought before the Wisconsin Employment Relations Commission (WERC), but also including actions before the Department of Workforce Development Equal Rights Division (ERD).

To view a full list of duties, see the complete position description. (https://dpm.wi.gov/Documents/PD/PD_Attorney%20Conf_LTE.pdf)

Salary Information:
Starting salary will be between $38.59 and $45.00 an hour depending on qualifications. This classification is assigned to pay schedule/range 71-01. Pay for current state employees will be set in accordance with the Wisconsin State Compensation Plan.

Job Details:
Due to the nature of the position, DOA will conduct background checks on applicants prior to selection. DOA does not sponsor work visas and is not an eligible OPT (Optional Practical Training) employer for F-1 international students. 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 Limited Term Employment (LTE) and is limited to 1,039 hours in 26 consecutive pay periods (1 year).

Wisconsin residency is required for Limited Term Employment positions.

Limited Term Employment (LTE) positions are not civil service classified positions, do not give any rights to permanent civil service classified positions and do not lead to permanent status.

Certain positions within this Department may allow remote/work from home flexibility for a portion of their work schedule, depending on the needs of the position and the work unit. This topic and any remote work flexibility that may be available will be discussed in more detail in the interview process.

Qualifications:
A minimally qualified candidate will have graduated from an accredited law school. In addition, the individual must also be licensed to practice law in the State of Wisconsin upon hire.

Minimally qualified applicants will also have education, training, and/or experience in the following:

Researching, analyzing, and interpreting law
Providing legal advice, counsel, and recommendations
Providing legal representation (e.g., conducting litigation or hearings, negotiating, etc.)
Preparing legal documents or memorandums (e.g., pleadings, briefs and allied court papers, legal opinions, administrative rules, orders, etc.)

How to Apply:
Apply online! To apply, click “Apply for Job” to start the application process. Then, you will access your existing account or to create a new account if you don't have an account. Once you are logged in, click “Apply for Job.” Follow the steps outlined in the application process and submit your application. Please visit the Frequently Asked Questions section for general wisc.jobs user information and technical assistance.

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 (https://wisconsindot.gov/Documents/about-wisdot/careers/wisdot-resume-cover-letter-tips.pdf). 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. References are not necessary at this stage of the process.

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.

The State of Wisconsin is committed to providing opportunities to all applicants from all backgrounds. We also consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements. Any applicants and employees with a disability may request reasonable accommodations.

Questions can be directed to Rachel Libera at rachels.libera@wisconsin.gov.

Deadline to Apply:
Applications must be submitted by 11:59pm on Monday, November 16, 2026.