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 primary goal of VAP is to promote self-determination for survivors with disabilities.
The Advocacy Specialist is responsible for providing direct advocacy assistance to individuals with disabilities who have been victims of crime on a variety of disability-related and victim service issues. Other duties include administrative tasks related to case maintenance and reporting, information and referral, systems advocacy, and training.
Position Information
Full-Time Equivalent: 1.0 FTE (40 Hours per week)
Starting Rate: $51,000 – $67,000 annually, depending on experience.
Position Funding Information: This position is fully funded by a time-limited grant that will end on September 30, 2027. Disability Rights Wisconsin will attempt to find an alternate funding source after that date but may not be able to secure further funding for the position after that date.
Location: Anywhere in Wisconsin. If the employee lives within 45 miles of a Disability Rights Wisconsin office, they may work fully in-office or in a hybrid arrangement. Residency outside the 45-mile range qualifies for complete remote work. Applicant must be a Wisconsin resident.
For more information about this position:
- read our accessible Advocacy Specialist position description here (PDF).
- read our online posting here.
How to Apply
Application Deadline: February 13, 2026. Position will remain open until filled.
Apply online via our Careers page.
Note: You can request alternate formats of these position announcements. You may submit your application materials in alternate formats if needed. Contact hr@drwi.org for more information.