Introduction The Department of Corrections is focused on public safety through the custody and supervision of those in our care. Corrections employees have the opportunity to positively impact the lives of others through careers in a variety of fields. Using evidence-based approaches, employees implement lasting change with a positive impact for the people of Wisconsin.
The Division of Adult Institution is recruiting to fill Supervising Officer 2 positions through out the state. If you are interested is any current or future openings, you will need to apply at this time.
Note:
This is a reannouncement . If you previously applied for this job ID number, you do not reapply at this time . You will be considered with your current score if you were deemed eligible.
The DOC has offices and/or facilities in all counties except Bayfield County, Florence County, Iron County, and Menominee County. For a map of all offices and facilities, please click here
Position Summary This position is responsible for the security, custody, control of Persons In Our Care (PIOC); direct officer post and work assignments; inspect institution departments and functions; assist, instruct and counsel officers in their work; supervise or assist in supervising officer staff on a shift, involving hiring, promotion, discipline and grievance resolution; evaluate officer work performance review and update officers' post orders as changes occur; train or assist training staff in post orders, security procedures, crowd control and weapons; participate in the development, writing and updating of policies and procedures; implement policies and procedures and interpret them to lower level officers and PIOC; deal with PIOC problems as they arise during institution rounds, see PIOCs requesting interviews; make recommendations on work assignments; serve as a member of Program Review Committee dealing with programming and classification of PIOCs; serve on the institution disciplinary committee; conduct disciplinary hearings; notify appropriate individuals and agencies in event of emergency; coordinate security operations; assume the role of Chief Security Officer during evening hours, and in absence of the Security Director.
Salary Information Pay Schedule and Range: 81-34 with an annual salary range of $97593 - $113068. Currently, an additional $3.00/hr ($6,240 per year) add-on for Maximum Security Institutions and an additional $1.00/hr ($2,080 per year) add-on for Medium Security Institutions is approved for all hours in pay status.
Pay upon appointment for current or former State employees may vary and will be in accordance with language in the Compensation Plan, Statutes, and Administrative Code.
A twelve-month probationary period is required.
DOC is a great place to work! 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.
- Excellent and affordable health, vision, and dental benefits
- An exceptional pension plan with employer match and lifetime retirement payment, plus an optional tax advantaged 457 retirement savings plan
- Well Wisconsin Wellness Program
- A free and confidential employee assistance program that offers employees and their immediate family dependents a variety of tools, resources, and professional consultation services to support their health, goals, and overall well-being.
To help you understand what the benefits are worth, please see the Total Rewards Calculator at https://dpm.wi.gov/Pages/Employees/RewardsCalculator.aspx
Please click here for a quick downloadable summary of State of Wisconsin employment benefits or click here to explore State of Wisconsin employment benefits on the website.
Job Details 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.
Remote work is not an option for this position.
Qualifications Minimally qualified applicants will have experience: - Performing supervisory or lead worker related activities (e.g. assigning, directing, and/or evaluating work; disciplinary matters, hiring, providing training/mentoring, etc.) .
- Responding to and assuming command in emergency such as physical altercations, medical emergencies, and crisis intervention during incidents in correctional / secure residential treatment facilities, or an organization where you are required to respond to an incident as part of a first responder / volunteer responder organization (e.g. military, volunteer fire department / EMT, etc.).
- Conducting investigations and coordinating with outside agencies.
- Establishing and maintaining a professional working relationship with stakeholders.
In addition to the above, a well-qualified candidate will also have: - Experience providing formal training, coaching, or mentorship to others in a group or one on one setting (e.g. FTO instructor / coordinator, POSC, ERU Team Leader, Firearms, Security Threat Group, etc.).
- Experience participating in multi-disciplinary teams and/or serving on committees or work groups.
- Experience assuming on-site responsibilities after normal business hours, weekends, holidays (e.g. operational decisions, on-call notifications, emergency management, and follow-through considerations, etc.).
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.
Your letter of qualifications and resume are very important parts of your application and should detail your training and experience related to the qualifications listed in the job posting. Limit to a maximum of 2 pages each. For instructions on developing your resume of qualifications for your application and what should be included in these materials, review the resume building assistance document .
Submitted material will be evaluated and the most qualified applications will be invited to participate in the next step of the hiring for available vacancies.
Permanent classified state employees who are eligible of consideration (transfer, voluntary demotion, or reinstatement) should complete the application process as described above by the stated date.
The State of Wisconsin is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer seeking a diverse and talented workforce. We provide reasonable accommodations to applicants and employees with disabilities.
The State of Wisconsin offers a special program for qualified veterans with a 30% or greater service-connected disability. Qualified veterans with a 30% or greater service-connected disability should send their cover letter, resume, DD-214, and documentation of their service-connected disability rating - benefit summary letter (dated within 12-months) to Ramona Koch at Ramona.K[redacted] . Current State employees are not eligible for non-competitive appointment.
Deadline to Apply Note:
This is a reannouncement . If you previously applied for this job ID number, you do not reapply at this time . You will be considered with your current score if you were deemed eligible.
Online applications and materials must be submitted by 11:59pm on January 13, 2025. We anticipate using this Job Opening Until: February 1, 2025, at which time we will continue recruiting with a new job opening.
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