Psychologist Supervisor

Position Summary

This position is responsible for the overall administration and supervision of the Psychological Services Unit (PSU) at Jackson Correctional Institution (JCI).

This oversight is accomplished in accordance with the clinical and administrative priorities set by the Bureau of Health Services (BHS). The PSU Supervisor participates as part of the facility's administrative team and collaborates with institution leadership including the Warden and Deputy Warden.

The Psychologist Supervisor is responsible for the development, administration, supervision and coordination of all psychological services programs within the facility.

This position provides clinical and administrative supervision to Psychological Services Unit staff; provides direct services to patients; provides consultation to institution administration and staff; administers the psychological services program to ensure patient access to mental healthcare in compliance with State and Federal guidelines and program standards.

The Psychologist Supervisor also manages an Affirmative Action Plan and Health and Safety program within assigned responsibility areas.

Salary Information

This position is in pay schedule and range 81-02 with a starting pay of $56.82/hour - $57.96/hour.

(Effective annual salary including the two add-ons below would be: $141,065/year - $143,436/year.)

Pay will be set in accordance with the Compensation Plan and Wisconsin Administrative Code in effect at the time of hire. A two-year Career Executive trial period will be required, or for those with permanent status as a Career Executive, a twelve-month probationary period may be required instead.

Additional Pay:

Employees in possession of a Doctorate of Psychology (or equivalent) may be eligible for supplemental pay of an additional $6.00 per hour.

Employees in possession of a permanent License to practice Psychology may be eligible for supplemental pay of an additional $5.00 per hour.

For details of Psychology Add-Ons, see Section A 4.10 of the Comp Plan.

In addition to meaningful and rewarding work, we offer a competitive benefits package featuring:

• Substantial leave time including at least 3.5 weeks of vacation to start, 9 paid holidays, and ample accrued sick time that rolls over each year.
• Insurance : Excellent and affordable health, dental, vision, and life insurance.
• An exceptional pension plan including a lifetime retirement payment.
• An optional tax-advantaged 457 retirement savings plan .
• The Well Wisconsin Program helps participants set health and well-being goals, track progress, stay motivated, and earn incentives.
• Our Employee Assistance Program offers employees and their immediate family a variety of tools, resources, and professional consultation services to support their health, goals, and overall well-being.
• DOC is a qualifying employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness program.
• Please click here for a summary of State of Wisconsin employment benefits or click here to explore employment benefits on the website.

To help you understand what your benefit package would be worth, please see the Total Rewards Calculator here .

Job Details

This position may allow occasional remote work (after training is complete) but will normally be on site.

Any remote work must be performed from Wisconsin.

This position is FLSA Exempt.

Anticipated schedule will be day-time hours Monday - Friday. Specifics can be discussed at time of interview, some potential for flexibility.

This position is not anticipated to travel on a regular basis, but most DOC positions occasionally travel for training, meetings, conferences, or similar events.

Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States (i.e., a citizen or national of the U.S., a lawful permanent resident, or an alien authorized to work in the U.S. without DOC sponsorship) at the time of application.

The Department of Corrections may conduct pre-employment drug screens. Any applicant who is offered employment in a position which requires a pre-employment drug screen must pass the screen as a contingency of employment.

The Department of Corrections will conduct criminal background checks on applicants prior to selection. Upon hire, all new DOC employees are subject to fingerprinting.

For more in -depth information on employment with the State of Wisconsin, please see the State Employee Handbook .

Qualifications

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Applicants must possess current Wisconsin licensure as a Psychologist or be licensed in another state and be eligible to obtain Wisconsin licensure by time of appointment. Employees must maintain licensure during employment.

• Applicants must obtain certification in Basic Life Saving (BLS) by the American Heart Association and training in use of the AED within three months of hire and maintain certification throughout employment.

How To Apply

To apply, click on "Apply for Job" to start the application process. Follow the steps outlined in the application process and submit your application.

The initial screening prior to interview will include a review of your license(s) / credential(s). You will affirm your possession of the required credential and enter your credential number into a text box. Please enter it as it appears on the DSPS website . This is the credential # that ends in "-57". If your credential is listed under a former name, please include your former name in the same text box after you enter your credential number. A resume is required, but it is not being assessed to determine whether you are eligible to advance in selection. Submitted information will be evaluated and qualified applicants will be invited to participate in the next step of the selection process.

If you do not possess this license at this time but are interested in pursuing this career path, you can click here to see the licensing requirements and application process. We do not recommend applying without a current license as you will not be found eligible for further consideration.

Permanent classified employees who are eligible for consideration as a transfer or voluntary demotion must complete the application process in order to be considered. Please log-in through your Employee Self Service account and apply through the "Careers" tile.

Questions can be directed to Athena Foster, HR Specialist - Senior, at Athena.Foster@wisconsin.gov .

Deadline to Apply

Online application and materials must be submitted by 11:59 pm on Wednesday October 7 th , 2026.

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