• Lead development of project plans with focus on execution, cost, and schedule. • Coordinate diverse teams including Development, Land, Environmental, legal, Regulatory, Procurement (ISC), Engineering, and Operations. • Prepare RFP packages to competitively source engineering, survey, geotechnical, LiDAR, and construction services. • Identify risks and develop mitigation strategies

• Lead development of project plans with focus on execution, cost, and schedule • Coordinate multidisciplinary teams including Development, Land, Environmental, Legal, Regulatory, Procurement (ISC), Engineering, and Operations • Manage integration across scope, schedule, and budget • Prepare RFP packages to competitively source engineering, survey, geotechnical, LiDAR, and construction services • Support Estimating with detailed scope and assumptions for financial models • Identify risks and develop mitigation strategies • Provide progress, issue, and risk updates to management

• Lead and execute end-to-end Finance Operations transformation initiatives by assessing structures, processes, systems, and vendor landscapes to identify inefficiencies and drive optimization, automation, and digital expansion. • Partner cross-functionally to reduce exceptions and enhance workflow efficiency while standardizing policies, procedures, and reporting. • Manage project delivery from planning through execution, coordinating resources, aligning stakeholders, and tracking progress, risks, and outcomes with clear communication to leadership. • Develop data-driven recommendations, business cases, and future-state operating models, supporting change management and implementation roadmap execution. • Build strong relationships across all levels, presenting insights, managing expectations, and ensuring alignment, accountability, and measurable results.

Title: Runoff Management Grant Project Manager Location: Green Bay United States Job Description: Introduction The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR), Division of External Services is hiring a Runoff Management Grant Project Manager to join a passionate and supportive team dedicated to improving water quality throughout the State of Wisconsin. The Runoff Management Grant Project Manager is an independent problem-solver, expert communicator and agile multi-tasker. Each day is different in this role and provides the opportunity to strengthen a wide variety of skills sets, including those in grant administration, procedure development and policy evaluation. This position can be headquartered in any of our DNR service centers throughout Wisconsin, with consideration given to business need and space availability. Remote work may be available for a portion of the work week, after the initial onboarding period. This recruitment may also be used to fill future similar positions. Find a meaningful and rewarding career with the DNR! The DNR excels at protecting and managing natural resources while supporting the economy and the well-being of our residents. We strive to hire, develop, and retain a talented workforce representative of the people of Wisconsin we serve. We offer training and career growth opportunities, a comprehensive benefits package, and are searching for people with diverse backgrounds to join our dynamic and team-oriented environment. Position Summary The Runoff Management Grant Project Manager directs, oversees and develops policies and procedures for the statewide construction site stormwater permit program and the Target Runoff Management (TRM) and Urban Nonpoint Source & Storm Water management (UNPS) grant programs. This position is responsible for ongoing, high-level and complex contacts with a wide variety of multidisciplinary external and internal customers and audiences. For more information, please see the Position Description. Salary Information Starting pay for this position is between $37.95 to $40.78 per hour (or $78,936 to $84,822.40 annually), in addition to excellent benefits. This position is included in the classification Natural Resources Financial Assistance Specialist-Senior within Pay Schedule/Range 07-03. The State of Wisconsin offers an exemplary benefits package with: - Generous paid time off, including at least 3 1/2 weeks of vacation/personal time, nine paid holidays, and ample sick time that rolls over each year with no cap. - Excellent and affordable health insurance options - Other great insurance options (dental, vision, life, and more). - A top-notch retirement program and optional tax advantaged 457 retirement savings plan. - A 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 members tools, resources, and professional consultation services. - For more info, see our Total Rewards Calculator. This position is not represented by a collective bargaining unit. Pay on appointment will follow the provisions of the State of Wisconsin Compensation Plan. The maximum pay for this position has been adjusted to reflect the anticipated 2% General Wage Adjustment effective June 28, 2026. Job Details Background Checks: The Department of Natural Resources conducts criminal background checks on final applicants prior to job offer. Please note that a criminal charge or conviction on your record will not necessarily disqualify you from state employment. In compliance with the Wisconsin Fair Employment Act, the DNR does not discriminate on the basis of arrest or conviction record. Eligibility to work in United States: The Department of Natural Resources does not sponsor work visas at the time of hire or anytime during employment. All persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and complete the required Employment Eligibility Form I-9 upon hire. Probation: A 12-month probationary period may be required. Reference Check: References are not required at the time of application but will be required upon successful completion of the interview process. Remote Work: Based on an assessment of the goals and work activities, this position may be eligible for remote work. Remote work approval is based on individual circumstances and is subject to supervisor approval and DNR remote work policies. Approval is subject to change without notice based on business needs. Employees with approved remote work arrangements are generally expected to work within the state of Wisconsin. Travel: Occasional in-state travel will be required. Qualifications 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. For instructions on developing your resume and letter of qualifications and what should be included in these materials, click here. Please describe the below qualifications in your resume and letter of qualifications to be considered for this position. Required qualifications include ALL the following criteria: - Experience developing, implementing, or managing policies, programs, projects, or initiatives (interpreting program guidelines, setting program standards or policies, maintaining federal or state guidelines for operations, policy-related documents, etc.). - Education, work experience, and/or specialized training in a science related field (such as geology, chemistry, biology, public health, conservation, environmental science, natural resources, freshwater science, hydrogeology, or similar field). - Experience monitoring adherence to budgets associated with governmental (municipal, state, federal) programs or grant programs. In addition, preferred qualifications include experience with any of the following criteria: - Developing training materials or delivering training on technical, policy, or procedural topics, such as grant administration requirements or using a new system or database. - Working within a state or federal grant/loan program (e.g. determining eligibility, reviewing applications, preparing awards, processing documents, adherence to financial, regulatory and reporting requirements, etc.). - Leading decision-making or policy-setting workgroups within a science field (facilitating discussions, receiving input, building consensus, development recommendations, etc.) and comprised of both internal and external stakeholders. - Interpreting and communicating in lay-persons terms laws, regulations, policies, procedures or other complex documents of information to an audience unfamiliar with the material. How To Apply If viewing this posting on an external site (such as indeed.com, etc.), please visit Wisc.Jobs and search for this Job ID: 21131 to complete your application for this posting. Current state employees, including those with Career Executive status, must apply through STAR ESS. Former permanent classified state employees must apply through Wisc.Jobs. The steps to apply online are quick and easy! Your resume and letter of qualifications are used during our evaluation process to determine your eligibility for further consideration. 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. It is critically important that your application materials clearly describe your experience related to the stated job qualifications. Please review our helpful tips for developing your resume and letter of qualifications and what should be included. References are not required at the time of application but will be required upon successful completion of the interview process. Once you submit your application, you will not be able to make any updates to the application or any materials submitted. For technical troubleshooting related to the Wisc.Jobs site, please view the Frequently Asked Questions. For questions regarding the application process, please contact Cassandra Slocum in Human Resources at cassandra.slocum@wisconsin.gov or (608) 266-2133. Disabled veterans: Qualified veterans with a 30% or more service-connected disability are eligible for non-competitive appointment to permanent positions in classified civil service under s 230.275 WI Stats. Please apply online with your qualifications and resume outlining how you meet the required qualifications for the position along with your DD-214 and documentation of your service-connected disability rating (dated within 12-months) and email the HR contact listed in this announcement for notification that you are applying under this provision. Current State employees are not eligible for non-competitive appointment. The State of Wisconsin is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is an affirmative action employer. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to applicants of any race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity or Veteran status. We also consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements. Deadline to Apply All applications must be received by 11:59 pm central on Thursday, June 25, 2026.