Disability Rights Wisconsin is now hiring for a Voting Outreach Specialist. They’ll support our work to make sure people with disabilities have voting rights and participate in the electoral process. About the Position The Voting Outreach Specialist supports Disability Rights Wisconsin’s work for voters with disabilities throughout Wisconsin. As part of this position, they will: collaborate with other voting rights advocates within Wisconsin and nationally. give non-partisan support to voters to help them exercise their…
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Now Hiring: Managing Attorney, Advocacy and Investigations
Now Hiring: Managing Attorney Disability Rights Wisconsin is now hiring a Managing Attorney to oversee our Advocacy and Investigations work! If you are a passionate advocate for people with disabilities and would like to guide our advocacy work, learn more below. About the Position The Managing Attorney will provide team leadership and coordinate our short-term advocacy and investigations work. They will: oversee legal, individual, and systemic advocacy work. provide outreach and training on behalf of…
Now Hiring: IT Manager
Disability Rights Wisconsin is now hiring an Information Technology Manager, based out of either Milwaukee or Madison! Learn more below. About the Position The Information Technology (IT) Manager oversees IT services and organizational effectiveness. They will accomplish this through planning, technical leadership, and project management. This role is responsible for: managing internal helpdesk functions. directing all IT operations to meet staff and agency requirements. supervising IT staff. overseeing vendors and MSPs. maintaining security and…
New Employment and Education Self-Advocacy Resources
Disability Rights Wisconsin has new self-advocacy resources related to education and the Division of Vocational Rehabilitation available! Check out our Resource Center for more resources and information about various disability-related issues. Education Frequently Asked Questions: Language Access in Schools Employment About the Division of Vocational Rehabilitation Applying for Division of Vocational Rehabilitation Services Switching Division of Vocational Rehabilitation Counselors Appealing Division of Vocational Rehabilitation Denials
Now Hiring: Director of Operations
Disability Rights Wisconsin is now hiring a Director of Operations, based out of our Milwaukee Office. About the Position The Director of Operations is a key member of the leadership team. They oversee the organization’s internal operations. This position supervises: Human Resources Information Technology (IT) Administrative Support teams They also oversee the Milwaukee office, to ensure efficient, compliant, and mission-aligned support services. The Director of Operations provides high-level oversight and ensures that administrative systems effectively…
Now Hiring: Managing Attorney, Victim Advocacy Program
Disability Rights Wisconsin is now hiring a Managing Attorney for our Victim Advocacy Program (VAP)! About the Position The Managing Attorney is responsible for the management and oversight of the Victim Advocacy Program. The program provides direct advocacy to survivors of crime with disabilities and promotes systemic changes in how victim response systems work with survivors with disabilities. The Managing Attorney must develop a strong leadership presence within the Victim Advocacy Program team, promote a…
Now Hiring: Staff Attorney, Victim Advocacy Program
Disability Rights Wisconsin is now hiring an Staff Attorney for our Victim Advocacy Program (VAP)! Learn more below. About the Position The Victim Advocacy Program of Disability Rights Wisconsin works to ensure that survivors with disabilities receive the advocacy, legal representation, services, and support they desire to move forward, find justice, and obtain safety and stability in whatever form the survivor needs. A main goal of the Victim Advocacy Program is to promote self-determination for…
Now Hiring: Advocacy Specialist, Victim Advocacy Program
Disability Rights Wisconsin is now hiring an Advocacy Specialist for our Victim Advocacy Program (VAP)! 01/28/2026: We’ve updated this position and deadline. Find the updated position description and information below. About the Position The Victim Advocacy Program (VAP) of Disability Rights Wisconsin works to ensure that survivors with disabilities receive the advocacy, legal representation, services, and support they need to move forward, find justice, and obtain safety and stability in whatever form they require. A…
Become a Part of the LIFT Advisory Council Today!
The Lived Inclusion for Transformation (LIFT) Advisory Council is looking for new members! Join a council of people who will make their voices heard in Disability Rights Wisconsin’s work throughout Wisconsin! What is the Council? The Lived Inclusion for Transformation (LIFT) Advisory Council serves as a formal advisory body to Disability Rights Wisconsin (DRW), centering the voices of individuals living with disability. The Council’s purpose is to inform, guide, and strengthen Disability Rights Wisconsin’s advocacy, programs, policies, and priorities…
Hope on the Horizon for Wisconsin’s Disability Advocacy for Victims of Crimes
Recent gaps in Victims of Crime Act (VOCA) funding have affected non-profits across Wisconsin. These non-profits have key services like sexual assault hotlines, domestic violence shelters, and advocacy services for victims of crimes. Among these non-profits, Disability Rights Wisconsin serves people with disabilities who are victims of crimes – a group often dismissed by law enforcement and the legal system. However, funding gaps mean that the agency has had to reduce the number of cases…