Automation Specialist

Introduction

Join a team with a great mission and be part of the developing software to support its future.

The State of Wisconsin, Department of Military Affairs (DMA), Wisconsin Emergency Management (WEM) is hiring an IS Applications and Automation Specialist (IS Systems Development Services Senior). This position is located at the Joint Force Headquarters in Madison, WI.

The DMA provides essential, effective, and responsive military and emergency management capability for the citizens of our state and nation. During emergencies, no single organization can handle the response. The DMA consists of several organizations working together to plan, prepare, coordinate, and respond effectively when our communities and neighbors need us the most.

We offer an opportunity to engage with a team of dedicated professionals, with a truly worthwhile mission.

Our convenient location is near Madison College and adjacent to the Dane County Regional Airport with access to major highways. Our facility includes a fantastic fitness center, indoor pickleball court, and free on‑site parking.

WEM builds capabilities and coordinates resources to support a safe and resilient Wisconsin. WEM is the state’s lead agency for coordinating effective disaster response and recovery efforts in support of local and tribal governments from natural and human‑caused/technological events. WEM works alongside local, tribal, state, and federal agencies as well as volunteer and private‑sector partners.

The DMA offers flexible schedules and great life/work balance. This position is eligible for very limited telework after an initial training period. In addition to meaningful and rewarding work, we offer a competitive benefits package featuring:

• Substantial leave time including at least 3.5 weeks of vacation to start, 9 paid holidays, and ample accrued sick time that rolls over each year.
• Excellent and affordable health, vision, and dental benefits (health plan options start at just $45/month for single plans and $111/month for family plans after two months of employment).
• A casual atmosphere and flexible work schedules, 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 wellbeing.
• Working for Wisconsin State Government may make you eligible for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program.

Under general supervision of the Mission Support Supervisor, the Senior IS Applications and Automation Specialist serves as a professional technical expert for web‑based software and databases supporting Wisconsin Emergency Management. The position is responsible for the complete system development life cycle for both in‑house developed and purchased systems ensuring reliability, security, and alignment with division and agency objectives.

The role requires advanced expertise in Microsoft technologies including SharePoint and Power Platform to design, develop, and maintain dynamic applications that support critical emergency management operations. This position will lead efforts to modernize business processes through automation and data‑driven solutions while ensuring compliance with security standards and best practices.

Collaboration with State IT staff is a key component of this position. The incumbent will work closely with State IT teams to align agency systems with statewide standards, coordinate technical initiatives, and share expertise to ensure seamless integration and interoperability across platforms. This partnership will help maintain consistency in technology practices and support division‑level and enterprise‑level objectives.

The position also provides strategic input on emerging technologies, process improvements, and modernization opportunities. By combining technical leadership with strong communication and problem‑solving skills, the…