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Requirement id 156410

Job title Manager

Job location in Madison, WI

Skills required Project Management Experience., Strong Communication Skills, MS PROJECT,

Open Date 22-Dec-2025

Close Date

Job type Contract

Duration 5 Months

Compensation DOE

Status requirement ---

Job interview type ---

Email Recruiter:coolsoft

Job Description Manager: Project Management Experience., Strong Communication Skills, MS PROJECT,

Start date :2/9/2026

End Date :06/30/2026

Submission deadline :1/2/2026 at 4:00 PM CST.

Client Info : DCF

Note:

* Candidate MUST be a WI resident or willing to relocate to WI prior to starting the role at their own expense. Local candidates preferred.

* This position is currently remote. However, position status is subject to change. (90% remote 10% onsite as needed) Onsite work is not likely, but candidate should be prepared to come onsite if required.

* INTERVIEW NOTES: PLEASE NOTE: A real-time screenshot photo of the candidate MUST be uploaded to candidates bid upon confirming the interview. Please see "DCF Realtime Photo Requirement & Instructions" document in the Attachments section of this posting for details.

• Interviews will be set up shortly after the posting close date.

• MUST provide three (3) business references for the interview. (One reference must be a supervisory level.)

IMPORTANT NOTES:

• Candidate MUST be physically located in the United States. International candidates/phone numbers will not be accepted.

• Candidate must be available to perform all work during the Central Standard Time (CST) business hours 9:00 am – 3 pm (or CST hours as defined by the hiring manager)

• Candidate will be required to provide their own equipment for this position (See job description for required specifications.)

* Interview process: via Zoom/Teams

Description:

Detailed Job Description: (Please be specific with all job duties required by the hired candidate.)

The Department of Children and Families has identified a need for two Certified Project Managers who will be responsible for managing and coordinating the development, management, and implementation of high-profile projects that support the DCF services provided to children and families.

These positions require an individual with excellent organizational and communication skills, as well as, have an ability to work with minimal direction and oversight. Individuals in this role must carry project management certification and have a strong background in project management, including experience in running business area projects. The ability to think critically and problem solve are essential.

Job responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Project management functions across all assigned projects, including oversight of workplans, timelines, and evaluation efforts.

• External & internal stakeholder engagement – communicate project status to Department Management Teams, workgroups, providers, and advocacy organizations.

• Develop automated tools to streamline internal processes and make project development and execution efforts more efficient.

Project Details (project overview, who the contractor will work with, soft skills needed, etc.):

Will provide project management support for the Preschool Development Grant: overseeing and tracking status of budget, grant deliverables, and working with internal and external stakeholders.

Qualification Minimum Experience:

Project Management: 10 Years

Development of Project Artifacts (plan, charter, status reports, etc.) 10

Prepare Written Reports : 7 Years

Strong Communication Skills: 7 Years

Prepare Executive Briefings: 5 Years

MS Project or equivalent: 5 Years

Call502-379-4456 Ext 100for more details. Please provide Requirement id: 156410 while calling.

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