IS Business Automation Specialist
Apply NowCompany: State of Wisconsin
Location: Madison, WI 53711
Description:
Introduction
Bring your Business Project Leadership experience to the Public Service Commission as a IS Business Automation Specialist!
The Public Service Commission (PSC) is an independent state agency that is responsible for regulating more than 1,100 Wisconsin public utilities, which provide electric, natural gas, combined water and sewer utilities, and certain aspects of local telephone service to households and businesses throughout the state! The PSC of Wisconsin ensures safe, reliable, affordable, and environmentally responsible utility services and equitable access to telecommunications and broadband services.
This position offers a hybridized work schedule. The position will be headquartered at and required to work from the Hill Farms office in Madison, WI at least 1 day per week. All employees working a hybrid work schedule are still expected to telework from within the State of Wisconsin. This topic will be discussed more at the time of the interview.
The PSC is a great place to work! In addition to meaningful and rewarding work, we offer a competitive benefits package featuring:
Position Summary
This position serves as a primary contact for the agency's divisions in reviewing existing information systems, and developing business case analyses for proposed projects, including return on investment analyses. The position will also support divisional evaluation of required technical equipment and new information technology (IT) services. The position will assist divisions as they conduct business process re-design and re-engineering of existing information systems, help identify and develop technology solutions, anticipate budgetary and procurement impacts, consider federal requirements as applicable, and help divisions request projects.
This position will assess the effectiveness of existing information systems and evaluate the feasibility of new agency and divisional systems and provide advice and guidance on complex issues (such as application modification impacting multiple systems, budgetary restrictions, etc. The evaluation this position is charged with will focus on legacy systems and applications and determining their lifespan/if they continue to serve the agency as needed. Knowledge includes project management principles, methods and practices, development of business project plans and schedules, ability to estimate resource requirements, define milestones and deliverables, monitor activities and report accomplishments.
Salary Information
This position is in schedule-range (07-33) with an annual salary of $72,800-104,000, plus excellent benefits. A twelve month probationary period is required. Pay for current state employees will be set in accordance with the Wisconsin State Compensation Plan.
Job Details
The PSC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. As a state agency, we operate under an Equity and Inclusion Plan that aims to create a welcoming environment for all employees and has the full commitment of the Chairperson. We encourage all of our staff to participate in activities organized by our Equity and Inclusion Advisory Committee.
Prior to any appointments for position(s) filled from this announcement, candidates may be subject to a comprehensive criminal background check.
The Public Service Commission is a registered participant in the federal work authorization program commonly known as E-Verify to verify employment eligibility of all employees hired on or after June 18, 2015.
The Public Service Commission of Wisconsin is unable to sponsor work visas for new hires. Any appointment made will be contingent on the applicant being able to prove valid status to work in the United States.
Qualifications
Qualified applicants will have experience with all the following:
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.
Your application materials are very important parts of your application and are used during our evaluation process to determine your qualifications as they relate to the job. For instructions on how to develop and what should be included in these materials, click here . For more information on the basics of the selection process and how the State of WI ensures fair and equitable treatment of all applicants, click here . The vast majority of applicants are able to outline their background and experience in their resume in 1-3 pages. Any resumes submitted with more than 10 pages will not be considered after page 10. If this job posting requires a letter of qualifications, the same limit applies.
Permanent classified state employees who are eligible for consideration (transfer or voluntary demotion) should complete the application process as described above by the stated deadline.
Submitted materials will be evaluated by a panel of job experts and the most qualified applicants will be invited to participate in the next step of the selection process. Questions related to the job and how to apply can be directed to Hannah Robarge at [redacted] or [redacted] . For general wisc.jobs user information and technical assistance, please see the wisc.jobs Frequently Asked Questions page.
Deadline to Apply
The deadline to apply is 11:59 PM CT on February 10th, 2025
Bring your Business Project Leadership experience to the Public Service Commission as a IS Business Automation Specialist!
The Public Service Commission (PSC) is an independent state agency that is responsible for regulating more than 1,100 Wisconsin public utilities, which provide electric, natural gas, combined water and sewer utilities, and certain aspects of local telephone service to households and businesses throughout the state! The PSC of Wisconsin ensures safe, reliable, affordable, and environmentally responsible utility services and equitable access to telecommunications and broadband services.
This position offers a hybridized work schedule. The position will be headquartered at and required to work from the Hill Farms office in Madison, WI at least 1 day per week. All employees working a hybrid work schedule are still expected to telework from within the State of Wisconsin. This topic will be discussed more at the time of the interview.
The PSC is a great place to work! In addition to meaningful and rewarding work, we offer a competitive benefits package featuring:
- Substantial leave time including at least 3.5 weeks of paid leave time to start, 9 paid holidays, and 130 hours of sick time that roll over each year.
- Excellent and affordable health, vision, and dental benefits ( health plan options start at just $42/month for single plans and $104/month for family plans after two months of employment)
- A casual office atmosphere, flexible work schedules, and telework options depending on the position's requirements
- An exceptional pension plan with employer match and lifetime retirement payment, plus an optional tax advantaged 457 retirement savings plan
- Well Wisconsin Wellness Program
- A free and confidential employee assistance program that offers employees and their immediate family dependents a variety of tools, resources, and professional consultation services to support their health, goals, and overall well-being
- Use this Total Rewards Calculator to see the total value of our competitive benefits package!
Position Summary
This position serves as a primary contact for the agency's divisions in reviewing existing information systems, and developing business case analyses for proposed projects, including return on investment analyses. The position will also support divisional evaluation of required technical equipment and new information technology (IT) services. The position will assist divisions as they conduct business process re-design and re-engineering of existing information systems, help identify and develop technology solutions, anticipate budgetary and procurement impacts, consider federal requirements as applicable, and help divisions request projects.
This position will assess the effectiveness of existing information systems and evaluate the feasibility of new agency and divisional systems and provide advice and guidance on complex issues (such as application modification impacting multiple systems, budgetary restrictions, etc. The evaluation this position is charged with will focus on legacy systems and applications and determining their lifespan/if they continue to serve the agency as needed. Knowledge includes project management principles, methods and practices, development of business project plans and schedules, ability to estimate resource requirements, define milestones and deliverables, monitor activities and report accomplishments.
Salary Information
This position is in schedule-range (07-33) with an annual salary of $72,800-104,000, plus excellent benefits. A twelve month probationary period is required. Pay for current state employees will be set in accordance with the Wisconsin State Compensation Plan.
Job Details
The PSC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. As a state agency, we operate under an Equity and Inclusion Plan that aims to create a welcoming environment for all employees and has the full commitment of the Chairperson. We encourage all of our staff to participate in activities organized by our Equity and Inclusion Advisory Committee.
Prior to any appointments for position(s) filled from this announcement, candidates may be subject to a comprehensive criminal background check.
The Public Service Commission is a registered participant in the federal work authorization program commonly known as E-Verify to verify employment eligibility of all employees hired on or after June 18, 2015.
The Public Service Commission of Wisconsin is unable to sponsor work visas for new hires. Any appointment made will be contingent on the applicant being able to prove valid status to work in the United States.
Qualifications
Qualified applicants will have experience with all the following:
- Experience managing complex projects or programs that impact multiple stakeholders
- Experience with change management methodologies
- Experience working with Project Management and System Development Life Cycle (SDLC) methodologies
- Experience communicating complex or technical information to non-technical audiences.
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.
Your application materials are very important parts of your application and are used during our evaluation process to determine your qualifications as they relate to the job. For instructions on how to develop and what should be included in these materials, click here . For more information on the basics of the selection process and how the State of WI ensures fair and equitable treatment of all applicants, click here . The vast majority of applicants are able to outline their background and experience in their resume in 1-3 pages. Any resumes submitted with more than 10 pages will not be considered after page 10. If this job posting requires a letter of qualifications, the same limit applies.
Permanent classified state employees who are eligible for consideration (transfer or voluntary demotion) should complete the application process as described above by the stated deadline.
Submitted materials will be evaluated by a panel of job experts and the most qualified applicants will be invited to participate in the next step of the selection process. Questions related to the job and how to apply can be directed to Hannah Robarge at [redacted] or [redacted] . For general wisc.jobs user information and technical assistance, please see the wisc.jobs Frequently Asked Questions page.
Deadline to Apply
The deadline to apply is 11:59 PM CT on February 10th, 2025