Operations Program Associate WisDOT Bureau of Aeronautics
Jean Rickman joined the Wisconsin Department of Transportation in July of 1980. Prior to her current position, she worked in the Division of Motor Vehicles and the Division of State Patrol. Jean joined the Bureau of Aeronautics in January 2014 as Operations Program Associate.
Jean is responsible for a wide range of duties which involve assisting the bureau director, the bureau section chiefs and other aeronautical professionals within the bureau. For example, Jean provides purchasing and procurement services, manages specialized contracts for statewide pilot and mechanic training, coordinates staff travel arrangements, and manages aircraft scheduling. She also helps coordinate many statewide, multi-governmental agency seminars including the Airport Engineer’s Workshop, Airport Operations and Land Use Seminar, Flight Instructor Refresher Courses, and Inspection Authorization Seminar.
Jean lives on the west side of Madison with her husband, Jeff. She enjoys family, friends, golfing, and is a huge Badger football and basketball fan.
