Paralegal

Introduction

The State of Wisconsin, Department of Military Affairs (DMA) is hiring a Paralegal. This position is located at the Joint Force Headquarters (JFHQ) building, in Madison.

The schedule for this position will be Monday through Friday between the hours of 7:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. The exact schedule will be determined with the finalist at the time of job offer. We are willing to offer either a full‑time (40 hours per week) or a part‑time (30 hours per week) schedule based on the candidate’s preference. This position is eligible for limited telework after an initial training period.

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.

The DMA offers flexible schedules and great life/work balance. 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 the general supervision of the department’s General Counsel, the Paralegal assists the General Counsel and offers the opportunity to perform a wide variety of responsibilities. The position:

• Works with the General Counsel to review and respond to public records requests;
• Assists General Counsel with contract management;
• Provides litigation support;
• Conducts research and provides legal analysis;
• Provides confidential secretarial and administrative assistant duties, constituent casework and military family financial aid application assistance to and for the General Counsel;
• Coordinates and staffs meetings;
• Assists with HR investigations;
• Assists with administrative rule making;
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Starting pay is between $30.00 and $35.06 per hour. This position is in the 07‑04 pay schedule/range. A 12‑month probation will be required. For current permanent state employees, pay will be set in accordance with the State Compensation Plan. To learn more about the complete compensation package, please visit the Total Rewards Calculator.

Must have the ability to travel occasionally throughout the state as needed. There may be some overnight travel on a very limited basis.

The Department of Military Affairs does not sponsor work visas at the time of hire or at any time 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.

This is a State of Wisconsin Civil Service position. The DMA does not require current or previous military experience.

All new permanent, project, and limited‑term employees will be required to report to Joint Force Headquarters (JFHQ) in Madison…