WisDOT careers

Join our dedicated team that’s passionate about building, connecting and moving Wisconsin forward.

Wisconsin Department of Transportation’s (WisDOT) 3,000+ professionals support all aspects of Wisconsin’s transportation systems. Your work truly makes a positive impact on the lives of everyone in your community. We foster a culture of work-life balance, teamwork, innovation, inclusion and employee growth with opportunities for advancement. As a state employee, you’ll also find that our benefits are exceptional!

WisDOT Benefits

WisDOT is comprised of six divisions which are organized according to transportation function. While these main categories are highlighted to give you more insight into these roles, all WisDOT job postings can be found on the State’s wisc.jobs employment site.

Find a career that drives you forward:

• Administrative office positions
• DMV Customer service representatives (Note: some positions are 100% remote)
• Engineers: Civil and structural
• Finance and business related roles
• Information technology
• Program, budget and/or policy related positions
• State Patrol trooper and inspector
• Student internships

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Benefits beyond the paycheck

More than just meaningful work, WisDOT provides an enriching work environment. Our work/life balance is fostered through supportive and collaborative teamwork, hybrid work schedules, and countless projects that are meaningful to the wellbeing of the citizens of Wisconsin.

Continual training, growth and professional development opportunities keep your career on track.

Plus, the state benefits​ package is exceptional! A glimpse into what we offer:

• 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
• A casual but professional office atmosphere, flexible work schedules, and telework options depending on the position’s requirements
• An exceptional pension plan with employer match and lifetime retirement payment and more
• Well Wisconsin​ Wellness Program and employee assistance program (EAP)
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program

Positions available around the state

Career opportunities exist in many geographic locations throughout Wisconsin. WisDOT regional offices span across all areas of the state, over in 100 locations. Many of our positions also currently offer options to work a hybrid schedule from home or office, depending on the business need.

More about joining our team

WisDOT is an equal employment opportunity (EEO) provider and is committed to providing employees a work environment free of discrimination and harassment and follows the WisDOT EEO policy.

Here are the steps to apply.

You can find more helpful tips through the State of Wisconsin’s employment site, wisc.jobs. Review the Commonly Asked Questions page. Tips for Writing your Resume and Letter of Qualifications has great ideas to help make your resume shine.

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Learn more about our latest innovations through WisDOT’s “Transportation Connects Us” podcasts and on our social media LinkedIn, Twitter, YouTube and Facebook.

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