Job Title: Public Protection Unit Director
Job ID: 14903
Location: Madison
Agency: Justice
Full/Part Time: Full-Time
Regular/Temporary: Regular
Introduction
Are you passionate about consumer protection, environmental protection and fair
markets? Do you possess a keen legal mind and a commitment to justice? The
Wisconsin Department of Justice is looking for a highly motivated and talented leader to
manage the Public Protection Unit in the Division of Legal Services.
It is the mission of the Wisconsin Department of Justice (DOJ) to protect the public and
ensure that justice is done. To continue to meet this mission, the principles of equity,
inclusion, and employee well-being have become a foundation for all work performed at
DOJ, on behalf of Wisconsinites.
The DOJ is committed to developing and supporting a workforce and culture that is rich
in diversity and innovation. It is the department’s goal to ensure that all DOJ employees
are empowered to be authentic, claim belonging, and thrive. This is your opportunity to
make and be the difference.
In addition to working with a dynamic group of people, we offer amazing benefits, such
as excellent health insurance, ample paid leave, flexible work schedules, and an
employee assistance program that offers a variety of programs and resources to help
promote wellness. Furthermore, employment within the state of Wisconsin provides job
stability, work/life balance, and numerous intrinsic rewards from doing meaningful work.
The Division of Legal Services, Public Protection Unit is looking for its next Unit
Director (Assistant Attorney General-Management).
This position is headquartered at the Risser Justice Center located at 17 West Main
Street in Madison.
The deadline to apply for this job announcement is August 7, 2024, at 11:59pm. For
any questions, please contact Pamela Fredrick, Human Resources Specialist
at fredrickpj@doj.state.wi.us or (608) 419-3546.
Position Summary
Under the general direction of the Deputy Division Administrator, this position functions
as the Unit Director for the Public Protection Unit, within the Division of Legal Services,
and is responsible for the budgetary administration, program coordination and related
management functions and has the authority to formulate, determine and implement
management policies, The position provides the oversight and direction to the Assistant
Attorney General Supervisors, multiple Assistant Attorney General positions and
support staff in the Public Protection Unit. This position determines the direction of the
unit and directs the oversight of a variety of legal services, through counsel and
representation, to the Legislature, Governor, state agencies, corporation counsel and
district attorney and enforces the statutes under the Attorney General's jurisdiction.
Salary Information
The Assistant Attorney General – Management position is in pay schedule 71 and pay
range 01. The starting pay will be between $56.00 - $65.76 /hour (approx. $116,480 -
$136,780 annually), depending upon qualifications. In addition, add-on pay of up to
$2.75/hour may be included for this managerial position. Pay for current or former state
employees will follow the provisions found in the State of Wisconsin Compensation
Plan. A 12-month probationary period may be required.
Job Details
This position may be eligible to work remotely up to 40% as part of a hybrid schedule,
following an initial training period. Note the duties and responsibilities of this position
may require a higher percentage of onsite time. Travel to the headquarters is not
eligible for travel reimbursement.
High speed internet access is required to meet the needs of remote work.
Occasional in-state travel will be required. Must be eligible to drive when required for
travel.
The Department of Justice 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.
A background check, including fingerprints, will be completed on applicants prior to
selection.
Special Qualification:Candidate must be a member in good standing with the Wisconsin
State Bar upon appointment.
