Water Regulation & Zoning Specialist (6 positions)

Water Reg/Zoning Specialist: These positions are responsible for administering the waterway protection program and the state's wetland protection program for their assigned geographic area. Duties include: Providing assistance to the public and other government agencies. Advising the public on the need for waterway or wetland regulatory permits.

Processing applications for general and individual permits. Conducting routine and annual compliance monitoring of permitted activities. Responding to violations and implementing the department’s stepped enforcement process. Shoreland Zoning Specialist: This position is responsible for implementing Wisconsin’s Shoreland Zoning Program.

Shoreland Zoning has the goal of protecting water quality, fish and wildlife habitat, recreation, and natural beauty. Duties include: Providing technical assistance to local units of government. Reviewing and certifying shoreland zoning ordinances. Providing training on jurisdictional determinations to local units of government.

For more information, please see the Water Reg/Zoning Specialist Entry or Senior or Shoreland Zoning Specialist position descriptions.

Starting pay for Entry level is between $30.00 to $33.00 per hour (or $62,400 to $68,640 annually), in addition to excellent benefits and is included in the Water Regulation & Zoning Specialist-Entry within Pay Schedule/Range 15-04. Starting pay for Senior level is between $33.00 to $36.50 per hour (or $68,640 to $75,920 annually), in addition to excellent benefits and is included in the classification Water Regulation & Zoning Specialist-Senior within Pay Schedule/Range 15-03.

The State of Wisconsin offers an exemplary benefits package with: Generous paid time off , including at least 3 1/2 weeks of vacation/personal time, nine paid holidays, and ample sick time that rolls over each year with no cap. Excellent and affordable health insurance options Other great insurance options (dental, vision, life, and more).

A top-notch retirement program and optional tax advantaged 457 retirement savings plan. A Well Wisconsin program , offering wellness tools and rewards to employees and spouses. A free and confidential employee assistance program that offers employees and their household members tools, resources, and professional consultation services.

For more info, see our Total Rewards Calculator. This position is not represented by a collective bargaining unit. Pay on appointment will follow the provisions of the State of Wisconsin Compensation Plan.

Background Checks : The Department of Natural Resources conducts criminal background checks on final applicants prior to job offer. Please note that a criminal charge or conviction on your record will not necessarily disqualify you from state employment. In compliance with the Wisconsin Fair Employment Act, the DNR does not discriminate on the basis of arrest or conviction record.

Eligibility to work in United States : The Department of Natural Resources 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 upon hire.

Probation: A 12-month probationary period may be required. Reference Check: References are not required at the time of application but will be required upon successful completion of the interview process. Remote Work: Based on an assessment of the goals and work activities, this position may be eligible for remote work.

Remote work approval is based on individual circumstances and is subject to supervisor approval and DNR remote work policies. Approval is subject to change without notice based on business needs. Employees with approved remote work arrangements are generally expected to work within the state of Wisconsin. Driver License Requirement: The selected candidate must possess and maintain a valid driver’s license throughout employment and meet the requirements of the State of Wisconsin Fleet Vehicle Policy.

The candidate must be at least 18 years of age with 2 years driving experience. Candidates with three (3) or more moving violations and/or at-fault accidents in the past two (2) years, or who have an OWI/DUE violation within the past year are not eligible to drive state vehicles. Physical/ Environmental Factors: These positions require the ability to operate specialized equipment including a motor vehicle.

Work will be performed outdoors in a variety of environmental conditions. For more physical and environmental requirements of the job, please see the position descriptions linked in the Position Summary. Travel: These positions require frequent travel within the assigned geographic area and occasional travel to other areas of the state to attend trainings or meetings.

Please make sure to describe and provide detailed examples within your resume and/or letter of qualifications for EACH of the following qualifications you meet. Required qualifications include experience in ALL the following criteria: Surface waters, wetlands, water quality and quantity, hydrology, stormwater, ecology, fish and wildlife management, and/or forestry Interpreting engineering plans and maps (topographic maps, land surveys, aerial photos, natural resources, etc.)

using databases, and writing technical reports and letters Providing technical information and interpretation of program regulations, administrative code, and/or state statutes to a wide variety of audiences In addition, preferred qualifications include any of the following criteria: Reviewing, managing, or authorizing waterway or wetland projects for compliance with statutes, codes, ordinances, and/or statutes, and writing technical reports and letters Working with environmental or other regulatory programs (e.

g., natural resources, planning and zoning, finance, real estate, etc.) Developing and maintaining relationships with key stakeholders (e.g., general public, project consultants, municipal partners, internal partners and customer programs, counterpart state and federal agencies, tribal governments, legislators, etc.)

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buchholz@wisconsin.gov or (608) 266-2133. Disabled veterans: Qualified veterans with a 30% or more service-connected disability are eligible for non-competitive appointment to permanent positions in classified civil service under s 230.275 WI Stats. Please send your letter of qualifications and resume outlining how you meet the required qualifications for the position listed above in the job announcement along with your DD-214 and documentation of your service-connected disability rating (dated within 12-months) to the HR contact listed in this announcement for information on how to apply under this provision.

Current permanent State employees are not eligible for non-competitive appointment. The State of Wisconsin is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is an affirmative action employer. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to applicants of any race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity or Veteran status.

We also consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements.

All applications must be received by 11:59 pm central on Monday, October 19 th , 2026.