Adjutant General, Wisconsin National Guard

Introduction

This position is located in the Department of Military Affairs (DMA) , Wisconsin National Guard, in Madison. The DMA is headed by the adjutant general who commands, administers, and supervises, through deputy adjutants general and the Division of Emergency Management administrator, all National Guard emergency management and homeland security functions in the State of Wisconsin.

Position Summary

This position serves as the senior military officer and commander for the Wisconsin Air and Army National Guard which is organized, trained, equipped and available for state emergencies. The position also oversees a civilian component, the Division of Emergency Management, which coordinates statewide preparedness for natural and man-made disasters and enemy attack; helps restore vital public facilities in an emergency; and maintains the state's 24-hours-a-day duty officer response system.

Salary Information

Starting salary is between $106,226 and $156,520 per year plus an excellent fringe benefits package. The pay schedule/range is Executive Salary Group 6. This is a governor appointed 5 year fixed term with pay for each year set at time of appointment.

Job Details

A person selected for this position must meet all of the following requirements to be appointed as the Adjutant General:

1) Hold the federally recognized minimum rank of full colonel

2) Except for those qualified under sub. (4), be a current participating member of one of the following components:

a) The Wisconsin army national guard

b) The army national guard of the United States

c) The U.S. army reserve

d) The Wisconsin air national guard

e) The air national guard of the United States

f) The U.S. air force reserve

3) Be fully qualified to receive federal recognition at the minimum rank of brigadier general and have successfully completed a war college course or the military equivalent acceptable to the appropriate service.

4) If the applicant is already a federally recognized general officer, meet all of the following conditions:

a) Be retired from active drilling status within the proceeding 2 years.

b) The basis of the applicant's retired status was service with one of the components in sub. 2 (above)

c) Be 62 years of age or less

d) Continue to be eligible for federal recognition as a major general.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of, and/or experience with:
  • The Air and Army National Guard, emergency management and Homeland Security
  • State programs and resources, public policy, and program evaluation
  • Principles, theories, and practices of public administration
  • Federal and state budget principles, theories, and practices
  • Principles, theories and practices of human resource management
  • Principles of administrative organization and methods of control
  • Laws, legal codes, precedents, government regulations, executive orders, the democratic political process, the legislative process and legislative history
  • Applicable laws, rules, regulations and/or policies and procedures
  • State, federal, Army and Air Force programs, policies, and procedures as they apply to the National Guard
  • Agency objectives, organization, structure and mission
• Additionally:
  • Leadership, problem solving, analytical skills, verbal communication skills, presentation skills, effective listening and communication skills
  • The ability to exercise authority responsibly and influence others
  • The ability to promptly and thoroughly advise the Governor as commander-in-chief during regular operations and during emergencies
  • The ability to interact with people in a manner which shows sensitivity, tact, and professionalism, including in stressful situations

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. If you have issues submitting your materials through WisJobs., please email your materials to Taylore Ransom at [redacted]

Apply with a detailed resume and cover letter specifically addressing your experience related to:

(1) Providing high-level leadership in the Wisconsin Army National Guard, The Army National Guard of the United States, the U.S. Army Reserve, Wisconsin Air National Guard, the Air National Guard of the United States, or the U.S. Air Force Reserve. Specifically describe your experience directing or participating in the implementation, evaluation or monitoring of services, policies or programs;

(2) Providing leadership with emergency or crisis management;

(3) Homeland Security program and policy planning, analysis, development and evaluation, including quality improvement;

(4) Coordinating or managing a variety of administrative functions and programs; and

(5) Leadership and supervision.

In your resume and cover letter, provide specific details regarding the nature of the business, scope, duration, and your specific role and responsibility for each experience. In addition, describe your vision for the Wisconsin National Guard, emergency preparedness and response, and Homeland Security. Include documentation to support your qualifications as described above in the special notes.

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 an equal opportunity employer seeking a diverse and talented workforce. Veterans, women, people of color, LGBTQIA+, and people with disabilities are encouraged to apply. We provide reasonable accommodations to qualified applicants and employees with disabilities.

Deadline to Apply

Application materials are due by Friday January 10, 2025 at 4:00 pm CST.