The Department of Public Instruction (DPI) is committed to ensuring every child graduates ready for further education and the workforce. We must align our efforts so students are learning the skills and knowledge necessary to become contributing members of our communities. To build on our long-standing commitment to public education, we strive to recruit and retain quality employees who are willing to talk openly and commit to helping us increase the diversity of our organization. Our employees are vital to the success of our students, schools and communities. For more information about DPI, please go to http://www.dpi.wi.gov.

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Are you interested in helping make communication accessible for all? If so, this might be the position for you! The DPI is currently seeking applicants for a Sign Language Interpreter position with the Human Resources Services Team in the Office of the State Superintendent. Responsibilities will focus on providing virtual sign language interpreting services for staff at the DPI central office and will also include serving as an accessibility specialist in creating resources, training materials and communication.

This position has the option to work 100% remote with a requirement that the employee is expected to have access to secure high speed internet. The position is headquartered at 125 S. Webster Street in Madison, WI, and employees are required to report there on their first day of employment. In addition, the employee may need to report to their headquarter location as operational needs require. Mileage reimbursement for traveling to the employee’s headquarters is not provided. Remote work flexibility will be discussed in more detail during the interview process.

DPI is a great place to work! Though eligible for 100% telework, for any work in the office, we enjoy a casual office atmosphere, flexible work schedules, and an exceptional employee assistance program that offers tools to help promote wellness. Our office building has an on-site exercise facility for employee use. We are conveniently located near a wide variety of bus routes and bike paths, the Capitol, restaurants, shopping, and entertainment in beautiful downtown Madison. DPI is a human-centered, family-friendly place to work where we focus on equity and inclusivity.

Under the general direction of the HR Director, this position will support the DPI by providing interpreting services for the Human Resources Team for confidential matters, Office of the State Superintendent (OSS) DPI meetings, committees, and workgroups such as the Employee Advisory Committee (EAC), the State Superintendent Affirmative Action Advisory Committee (SSAAAC) and the Equity and Inclusion Leadership Committee (EILC). Responsibilities also include serving as an accessibility specialist in creating resources, training and communication to DPI staff.

Depending on qualifications, the salary will be between $25.32 – $41.78 per hour ($52665 - $86902 per year) in accordance with the provisions of the current Compensation Plan. This position is in pay schedule 07, range 03. A one-year probationary period will be required.

This position offers excellent benefits. The State of Wisconsin is a qualifying employer for the federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program.

A criminal background check will be conducted prior to an offer of hire.

Applicants must be legally entitled to work in the United States (i.e., a citizen or national of the U.S., without DPI sponsorship). The Department of Public Instruction does not sponsor visas, either at time of hire or at any later time.

All state employees are required to report their COVID vaccination status, whether vaccinated or not, and must provide supporting documentation if vaccinated. Newly hired employees will be required to submit this information within their first two weeks of employment. The State of Wisconsin continues to follow necessary health and safety protocols for COVID. Please visit Division of Personnel Management Coronavirus - COVID-19 (wi.gov) for the most up-to-date information. Guidance may be subject to change.

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A minimally qualified applicant must have licensure as a Restricted Sign Language Interpreter with the State of Wisconsin as per licensing requirements outlined by the State of Wisconsin, Department of Safety and Professional Services.

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If you are registered as a veteran with a 30% or more service-connected disability through the State of Wisconsin non-competitive job announcement, please submit your resume to the HR Specialist listed below.

The State of Wisconsin is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer seeking a diverse and talented workforce. Veterans, women, people of color, LGBTQIA+, and people with disabilities are encouraged to apply. We provide reasonable accommodations to qualified applicants and employees with disabilities.

Questions? Please contact the recruiter at:
Liz Barbarick
DPI Human Resources Specialist-Senior
Phone: (608) 267-9200
Email: Elizabeth.Barbarick@dpi.wi.gov

The deadline for this announcement is 11:59 p.m. on Thursday, May 18, 2023.