State of Wisconsin

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Introduction The Department of Revenue is seeking an experienced Internal Communications Coordinator to join the Secretary's Office of Communications team. This position will be headquartered at the State Revenue Building in Madison, WI and can work remotely up to 60% time after an initial training period. Join the Department of Revenue (DOR)! We are a highly engaged organization, committed to the success of our employees who are equally committed to the department's success. In addition to the employment benefits listed below, DOR offers a mentorship program, training for future leaders, and our Take 4 program which encourages four hours of training per month. The state of Wisconsin offers an exemplary benefits package , this includes generous paid time off so you can truly have a work/life balance! Our competitive benefits package offers: • Substantial leave time including at least 3 1/2 weeks of vacation/personal time to start, nine paid holidays, and ample accruable sick time that rolls over each year. • Excellent and affordable insurance options for health, dental, vision, life and more . • An exceptional pension plan with employer match and lifetime retirement payment, plus an optional tax advantaged 457 retirement savings plan. • Well Wisconsin Program offering wellness tools and rewards to employees and spouses. • A free and confidential employee assistance program that offers employees and their household a variety of tools, resources, and professional consultation services to support their health, goals, and overall well-being. To learn more about the total value of the benefits available to employees, please visit our Total Rewards Calculator . Some employees may also be eligible for Public Service Loan Forgiveness . The State of Wisconsin is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer seeking a talented and diverse workforce . Watch this video to see what working for the State of Wisconsin is all about! This list of eligible candidates established from this announcement may be used to fill future similar vacancies (permanent, project or Limited Term) in the next six months within DOR. Position Summary This is a senior level position responsible for assisting the Communication's Director in developing and executing an internal communications strategy utilizing both print and digital forms, including, but not limited to newsletters, reports, brochures, video, audio, web pages, press releases, graphic materials, digital monitors and social media. This position will, at the direction of the Communication's Director, work on a strategy to disseminate important information to DOR employees. The position will work with divisions and managers to identify and develop content to meet their outreach and internal communications needs. This position will also be the primary person responsible for keeping the department informed about the developments with the department's strategic planning processes, including the implementation of its mission, vision and values into staff communications. Work will include strategizing on the best methods to disseminate the information to staff in all offices throughout the state and creating the content to disseminate that information. This position will work closely with other communications staff and program experts as part of a communications team and will create and administer complex communication information and plans that include products that educate our internal customers/employees. This position works under general supervision in the Secretary's Office of Communications under the Communications Director. To see the full list of duties view the position description. Salary Information The starting pay rate for this position is between $30.00 - $34.00 per hour depending on experience and qualifications. The classification of this position is Communications Specialist Senior, which is in Pay Schedule 07, Pay Range 04. Pay will be set in accordance with the State of Wisconsin Compensation Plan in effect at the time of hire. Starting pay for current state employees may vary based on applicable provisions in the Compensation Plan. Job Details Background Checks: Due to the nature of this position, final candidates will be subject to criminal background, fingerprint, and tax compliance checks. I-9 Requirements: Applicants must be legally authorized 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 sponsorship) at the time of appointment. The Department of Revenue does not sponsor work or student visas and is not an eligible OPT employer for those with F1 visas. DOR participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with Form I-9 information for all new employees to confirm authorization to work in the U.S. Probationary Period: A 12-month probationary period may be required. Remote Work/Telework: This position is eligible for remote work/telework up to 60%. After completion of a training period, telework may gradually increase up to 60% based on employee performance and work unit needs. Remote work is intended to be performed primarily in the State of Wisconsin and is subject to change based on business needs. Qualifications Minimally qualified applicants will have experience: • Writing and editing communication materials for a large organization (e.g., presentations, flyers, newsletter articles, bulletins, scripts, handbooks, etc.); and • With graphic design techniques and software (e.g. Adobe, InDesign). In addition to the above, well qualified applicants will have experience: • Developing and managing internet or intranet content for an organization with complex programs and services; or • Managing technically complex subject matter for an organization (e.g. tax, policy, industry specific, etc.); or • Tailoring communication for multiple diverse audiences (e.g., general public, legislature, internal organization-wide, etc.) How To Apply To be considered for this position, you must complete the online application. C lick "Apply for Job" to start the application process. For instructions, refer to the following link: Applying to State Service . You must attach a current resume and a letter of qualifications in a Microsoft Word or PDF compatible format. Make certain these documents clearly illustrate your experience, including detailed examples, with each of the qualifications listed in the "Qualifications" section of this announcement. These documents will be used to assess whether your qualifications meet the qualifications required of the job. For instructions on developing your application and what should be included in these materials, click here . Make certain your resume and letter are how you want them to be before you finalize the application as you are not able to update or change your application materials once you click "Submit". Submitted materials will be evaluated by a job expert and the most qualified applicants will be invited to the next step of the selection process. If you are invited to interview, you will be contacted via email. Make certain your contact information is correct and check your email regularly. Permanent classified state employees who are eligible for transfer, voluntary demotion, or reinstatement should complete the application process as described above by the stated deadline. 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. Please see the Frequently Asked Questions for general wisc.jobs user information and technical assistance. Questions can be directed to Megan Grill, HR Supervisor at megan.grill1@wisconsin.gov or phone at 608-266-3227. Deadline to Apply All application materials must be received by 11:59 PM on October 15, 2025.