Salary : $91,894.40 - $104,436.80 Annually
Location : 711 N. Bridge St., Chippewa Falls, WI 54729, WI
Job Type: Full-Time
Job Number: 2026-41
Department: Department of Administration
Division: County Administrator
Opening Date: 10/19/2026
Closing Date: 11/8/2026 4:30 PM Central
Purpose of Position JOB SUMMARYThe job duties of the Criminal Justice Services Director include but are not limited to collecting and analyzing data from criminal justice agencies for the purpose of identifying and researching policy and programmatic changes to enhance the efficiency and effectiveness of the criminal justice system. Plans, develops, coordinates, and evaluates programs that serve adult and juvenile offenders to promote a range of productive and rehabilitative options for use by the criminal justice system. Provides logistical and staff support to the County Criminal Justice Collaborating Council (CJCC) and Crime Prevention Funding Board (CPFB). Maintains communication and proactive working relationships with stakeholders community and CJCC partners. Manages all staff in the Criminal Justice Services Division and oversees Recovery Court, Hope House, Front-End Intervention Treatment, First Time Offender and Pretrial Supervision programs.
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Job Description for full position description and search: Criminal Justice Services (CJS) Director.
Application Deadline: Sunday, November 8th, 2026 at 4:30 PM. Interviews will be conducted on Monday, November 16th, 2026. Essential Duties and ResponsibilitiesDUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIESThe duties described below are indicative of what the Criminal Justice Services Director might be asked to perform. This job description is to incorporate any county ordinances created for the position of Criminal Justice Services Director. This is not an exhaustive list of job responsibilities and therefore other duties may be assigned:
Administrative Functions:• Develops and coordinates the planning and implementation of Criminal Justice Collaborating Council (CJCC) initiatives and activities under the direction of the CJCC Steering Committee.
• Works collaboratively with the CJS Division, CJCC, and partners to coordinate development of a strategic work plan, policies, and procedures that are updated periodically, consistent with the CJCC mission and goals.
• Implements goals, priorities, work plans, programs, and organizational structures of the CJS Division by working collaboratively with the CJS Division, CJCC, and multiple county departments at varying levels.
• Recommends changes and improvements to criminal justice practices and procedures in Chippewa County to the CJCC, incorporating concepts of continuous quality improvement and implementation of evidence-based best practices, within CJS Division Programs
• Recommends programmatic, policy, procedural, or legislative changes based on the analysis of data, opinion surveys, and summary or historical research.
• Researches and analyzes critical issues identified by the CJS Division and recommends and develops documentation, policies, procedures, and materials in conjunction with the CJS Division, CJCC and its committees and subcommittees.
• Prepares operational and statistical reports to support recommendations.
• Promotes, evaluates, and coordinates consumer and stakeholder involvement.
• Communicates with community partners, committees, and subcommittees the activities and projects of the CJS Division.
• Assists CJCC chair, co-chair, and committee persons with the development and posting of agendas, meeting minutes, and other correspondence. Attends all relevant meetings.
• Represents the CJS Division, as directed in all coordinated justice system planning and data collection efforts and at local and state committee meetings and seminars.
• Collaborates with governmental, judicial, and private agencies to coordinate services and assist in the resolution of problems, questions, or requests related to services provided, including jail programming.
• Develops and recommends annual CJS Division budget, analysis of program revenue, and expenditure data and projections. Ensures accurate and timely fiscal reporting.
• Coordinates the meetings of the Crime Prevention Funding Board and assists with allocations of funds.
• Coordinates the preparation of requests for federal, state, and private grants.
• Researches funding options and prepares and submit grants in a timely fashion.
• Ensures all grants reporting requirements are adhered to.
• When requested, meets with elected officials and other stakeholders to provide updates and other information necessary to carry out the function of the CJS Division.
• Negotiates and coordinates the development of contracts, agreements, and performance based outcomes.
• Ensures compliance with federal and state contracts.
• Monitors budget, contracts, services, performance based outcomes, costs, and other factors among CJS Division programs to identify problem areas and areas of duplication and recommends refinements.
• When assigned, speaks to the community and other organizations to provide public education and information.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.
Supervisory Functions:• Direct, supervise, coordinate, monitor and evaluate department staff tasks and procedures.
• Interview and make hiring recommendations.
• Provide instructions and training.
• Recommend employee transfers, promotions, disciplinary action, discharge and salary increases.
• Regularly supervise CJS interns.
• Oversee Recovery Court, Hope House, Front-End Intervention Treatment, First Time Offender and Pretrial Supervision programs.
Customers:• Chippewa County Community
• Participants involved in the criminal justice system
• People in need of services in the community
Team Members:• Criminal Justice Services Division employees
• Decision Makers in the Criminal Justice System and their Staff (DA, Law Enforcement, Judicial, DHS, Child Support, Sheriff, Jail, DOC, Community members and organizations, etc.)
• County Leaders
• State Leaders
• Elected Officials
Minimum QualificationsQUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTSTo perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required at the time of hire or for the continuation of employment.
EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE:• Bachelor's and/or Master's degree from an accredited college or university with a major in Criminal Justice, Public Administration, Social Work, Political Science, Organizational Development, or other closely related field required.
• Five (5) years recent experience working in the criminal justice system, public administration, or human services field required.
• Two (2) years recent management experience required.
• If individual has a Social Work degree, a current/valid Social Work certification for the State of Wisconsin is necessary.
• Must have demonstrated experience in strategic planning, data analysis, and program evaluation.
• Must have a valid driver's license.
• Must have a cell phone.
• Appointment conditional upon successful completion of criminal and caregiver background checks.
Chippewa County offers a comprehensive benefit package that includes the following:
- Health Insurance - The County's Health Plan's Third Party Administrator (TPA) is AmeriBen. The network is Anthem BluePreferred network including most medical providers in the Chippewa Valley. The plan has a $3,000 - Individual and $6,000 - Family deductible with an HRA funding. There are four (4) Tier options for coverage: Employee only, $30 per month, Employee + Child(ren), $124 per month, Employee + Spouse, $150 per month, and Family, $212 per month.
- Health Reimbursement Account (HRA) - The County contributes money on the employee's behalf and can be used for qualified Medical, Dental, or Vision expenses. All employees and dependents enrolled on the Health Insurance Plan qualify. A total of $500 per person enrolled on the plan, up to a max of 4 - $2,000 annually.
- Near-Site Clinic - All employees and dependents enrolled on the Health Insurance Plan have access to services at ReforMedicine. Services with ReforMedicine are FREE!
- Musculoskeletal Partner - Physical Therapy - All employees and dependents enrolled on the Health Insurance Plan have access to services at Doctors of Physical Therapy. Services with Doctors of Physical Therapy are FREE!
- Care Navigation - All employees and dependents enrolled on the Health Insurance Plan have the ability to utilize SorlarteHealth - Amplify Network. Amplify is a Tier 1 In-Network practitioners available for Chippewa County members to use. All Amplify providers are independent and are not within a large health system. The use of any Amplify provider will be $0 out-of-pocket expense! No deductible, no co-pay, and no co-insurance!
- Wisconsin Retirement System (WRS - ETF) - Employees (GME) will begin contributing 7.20% (2026) immediately to the state pension program through WRS. The County will match the employee contribution, 7.20% for a total of 14.40%. This percentage may change each year based on state requirements.
WPPA (Protective with Social Security) will begin contributing 7.20% (2026) immediately to the state pension program through WRS. The County will contribute 14.70% for a total of 21.90%. This percentage may change each year based on state requirements. - Additional Insurance Plans Offered: Dental, Vision, Life, Accident, and Critical Illness, Short-Term (GME only) and Long-Term Disability Insurance; Flexible Spending and Dependent Care Accounts.
- PTO - accrual equal to 7.09 hours of PTO per pay period (26 pay periods in a year). An employees total accrued PTO may not exceed four hundred eighty (480) hours. PTO hours roll over year to year.
- Holidays - 10 paid holidays per year.
For additional benefit details and premiums, please refer to the Chippewa County website and click on Government, Human Resources, and on the left-hand side Employee Benefits. Or click to go to the page directly!
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Which of the following best describes your level of education (not including programs currently in progress)?
- Master's degree
- Bachelor's degree
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Please list degree field:
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Do you have five (5) years of recent criminal justice, public administration or human services experience?
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If yes, please describe your experience:
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Are you currently certified as a Social Worker in Wisconsin?
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If yes, please enter your WI Social Worker certification number:
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If yes, but in another state - please provide the state and certification name/number:
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If certification is from another state, you are required to obtain a Wisconsin Social Worker certification within one (1) year of employment. Do you understand this?
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Please describe your experience working with Recovery Court, including your role and responsibilities.
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Please describe your experience working with a Pretrial Supervision program.
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Please describe your experience with Front-End Intervention Training.
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Please describe your experience with Jail Programming and Reentry.
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Do you have a minimum of two (2) years supervisory experience?
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If yes, please describe your experience:
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Do you have any experience working in the public governmental sector?
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If yes, please describe your experience:
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Do you have experience with preparing and administering an operation or program budget?
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If yes, please describe your experience:
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Do you have experience with writing and administering grants?
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If yes, please describe your experience:
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Do you have experience working with and presenting to boards and/or committees?
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If yes, please describe experience:
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Do you have a valid driver's license?
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Have you ever been asked to separate employment or have you been discharged?
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If yes, please provide details:
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Interviews will be conducted on Monday, November 16th, 2026. Are you available to interview on this day?
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