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Join to apply for the Nursing Home Administrator at State of Wisconsin . Introduction The Wisconsin Department of Veterans Affairs (WDVA) is currently recruiting for a Veterans Home Administrator to serve as the Commandant of the Wisconsin Veterans Home in King (WVHK). The facility provides professional, long‑term skilled nursing care and short‑term rehabilitative stays. Located on scenic Rainbow Lake, WVHK spans 42 tree‑lined acres near Stevens Point and Appleton. Benefits Substantial leave time, including at least 3.5 weeks of paid time off to start, nine paid holidays, and ample accrued sick time that rolls over each year. Excellent and affordable health, vision, and dental benefits. An exceptional pension plan with employer match and lifetime retirement payment, plus an optional tax‑advantaged 457 retirement savings plan. Employees may also be eligible for Public Service Loan Forgiveness. To learn more about the total value of the benefits available to employees, please visit our Total Rewards Calculator. Equal Opportunity Statement The State of Wisconsin is an Equal Opportunity and affirmative action employer. Veterans are encouraged to apply. Qualified veterans with a 30% or more service‑connected disability are eligible for non‑competitive appointment to permanent positions. Position Summary Under the direction of the Homes’ Administrative Manager, this position is responsible for campus‑wide operations of WVHK. The incumbent provides executive‑level leadership for all activities related to program administration, personnel, facilities, quality of residential care, and member services, and is accountable for financial and budget compliance, health‑care compliance, quality services, occupancy (census), and member, family, and stakeholder satisfaction. The position promotes cost‑effective programming and services and works to ensure the highest‑quality service delivery while maintaining organizational stability and economy. Salary Information The starting salary for this position is between $55.00 – $59.88 per hour ($114,400 – $124,550 annually). The position is also eligible for a $5.00 per hour add‑on for maintaining a Nursing Home Administrator license, available only for full‑time work status. The Veterans Home Administrator classification is in pay schedule and range 81‑01. Job Details This role requires adjusting or increasing work hours as needed to meet WVHK operational needs. WDVA will conduct a criminal background check prior to an offer of employment, and employment is contingent upon passing a pre‑employment tuberculosis skin test. A two‑year Career Executive trial period may be required. Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States at the time of application. Qualifications Current Wisconsin Nursing Home Administrator license. Leadership experience in nursing home administration, program and operations management, personnel management and workforce planning. Experience developing and supporting professional teams and leaders. Enforcing and ensuring compliance with regulations. Experience with state and federal surveys, responses, and plans of action. Managing new and changing operational initiatives. Performing public relations duties. Working within tight budgetary constraints. Addressing bullying, harassment, and retaliation among staff. Handling patient and family complaints and grievances. How to Apply To be considered for this position, complete an online application at and attach a resume and letter of qualifications. If you are a qualified veteran, please visit our Veterans Employment page for non‑competitive appointment instructions. Deadline to apply is 11:59 PM on November 3, 2025. Questions can be directed to Kevin Roberts at kevin.roberts@wisconsin.gov or (608) 267‑7297. #J-18808-Ljbffr State of Wisconsin

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