Mobile Telecom Specialist

Introduction

The Department of Health Services (DHS) , Division of Enterprise Services (DES), is recruiting to fill a Mobile Telecommunications (Telecom) Specialist in the Bureau of Information Technology Services (BITS).

As an employee of the State of Wisconsin, you'll also have access to an amazing benefits package , including :

• 3.5 weeks of vacation, 9 paid holidays and ample sick time ; limitations may apply for leave time usage in the first six months.
• Top rated health plan options starting at $45 / month for single plans and $111 / month for family plans, after 2 months of state service.
• Exceptional pension plan with a 7.2% employer match in 2026 with lifetime retirement payment. Plus, a tax advantaged supplemental retirement savings plan which allows you to save money directly from your paycheck for retirement. Use this Total Rewards Calculator to see the total value of our competitive benefits package!
• Several flex spending accounts : medical, dependent care, commuter, parking and High-Deductible Health Savings.
• 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 well-being.
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program employer.

This position offers the option to work remotely up to 3 days per week and is headquartered in the 201 E. Washington Ave. office in downtown Madison. This schedule may vary based on training or operational need. This position also requires about 5% travel in Wisconsin.

Position Summary

As the Mobile Telecom Specialist , you will be the technical expert responsible for the end-to-end management of the department's mobile telecommunications infrastructure. The role involves the entire device lifecycle, from selection and procurement to deployment, troubleshooting, and decommissioning, ensuring high-quality services for users and partners. Responsibilities include :

Salary Information

The starting salary is between $39.50 and $50.25 per hour (approximately between $82,100 and $104,500 per year), depending on qualifications, plus excellent benefits. A 12-month probationary period is required.

Pay for current or former state employees will be set based on the rules that apply to compensation for the applicable transaction. This position is classified as an IS Network Specialist Senior and is in pay schedule and range 07 / 33.

Job Details

All applicants who may be appointed to this position will be required to allow DHS to conduct a background check to determine whether the circumstances of any conviction may be related to the job being filled.

Employees must have access to both a private workspace and secure high-speed internet for remote work option. Mileage reimbursement to the employee's headquarter location is not provided. Remote work flexibility will be discussed in more detail during the interview process.

For positions that allow remote working flexibility, working outside of Wisconsin or in bordering cities will not be allowed except in extremely limited circumstances due to the need to report to an office location in Wisconsin on short notice.

DHS does not sponsor work visas for this position, thus, in compliance with federal law, selected candidates will be required to verify eligibility to work in the United States by completing the required I-9 form upon hire. DHS is not an E-Verify employer nor a STEM-OPT eligible employer.

This position requires the ability to drive a State vehicle. In order to become authorized to drive a State vehicle, you must meet the requirements for the State of Wisconsin Fleet Vehicle policy, which are :

Additionally, your driving record MUST NOT reflect any of the following conditions :

Qualifications

Minimally qualified applicants will have all of the following :

Well-qualified applicants will also have one or more of the following :

Your letter of qualifications and resume is limited to one (1) page each. For a guide on developing your resume and letter of qualifications and what should be included in these materials, click here .

How To Apply

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Helpful Information :

DHS is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. Veterans are encouraged to apply. For complete information on Veterans' hiring programs with the WI Department of Veteran's Affairs, click here .

Deadline to Apply

The deadline to apply is 10 / 03 / 25 by 11 : 59 pm. Applicants are strongly encouraged to allow ample time to finalize their applications keeping in mind that technical assistance is only available Monday through Friday 7 : 45 am - 4 : 30 pm. Late or incomplete applications will not be accepted.