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 cutting-edge research and evidence-based approaches, employees implement lasting change with a positive impact for the people of Wisconsin.
The Department of Corrections is currently recruiting to fill Correctional Sergeant positions statewide.
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

Maintain security and care on a shift for male or female inmates of a State Correctional Facility. Direct the movement, work and leisure activities of inmates. Transport inmates to and from the correctional facility. Interpret and enforce institution rules of conduct. Restore order during disturbances and emergencies. Observe and report on behavior of inmates. Inspect and patrol living quarters and other facility buildings, grounds, and equipment to maintain security. Search inmates and quarters for contraband. Direct the work of other correctional officers. Maintain records and files.

Salary Information

This position is in pay schedule and range 05-32 with a starting base pay rate of $35.29/hr. Differential pay is available for certain night and weekend shifts, and employees may be eligible for FLSA premium overtime. Pay upon appointment for current or former State employees may vary and will be in accordance with the Compensation Plan and Wisconsin Administrative Code. A 12-month probationary period is required.
These positions also offer excellent benefits , including protective retirement status. Future increases will be in accordance with the Compensation Plan, and are currently scheduled at intervals of 1, 2, 3, 5, 10, 15, 20, and 25 years.
In addition to meaningful and rewarding work, we offer a competitive benefits package featuring: Immediate coverage under the Wisconsin Retirement System. Health insurance plans to meet your needs. Supplemental retirement savings programs. Sick leave. Unused sick time can be converted to extended health care benefits on retirement. 104 hours paid vacation starting new employee 36 hours paid personal days each year. 9 paid legal holidays per year.
To help you understand what your benefit package would be worth, please see the Total Rewards Calculator here .
Employees at maximum security facilities: Columbia Correctional (Portage); Dodge Correctional (Waupun); Green Bay Correctional (Green Bay); Taycheedah Correctional (Fond du Lac); Waupun Correctional (Waupun); and Wisconsin Secure Program Facility (Boscobel) are eligible for a $3.00/hour add on.
Employees at medium security facilities: Fox Lake Correctional, (Fox Lake); Jackson Correctional (Black River Falls); Kettle Moraine Correctional (Glenbeulah); Milwaukee Secure Detention Facility (Milwaukee), New Lisbon Correctional (New Lisbon); Oshkosh Correctional (Oshkosh); Racine Correctional (Sturtevant); Redgranite Correctional (Redgranite); Stanley Correctional (Stanley) are eligible for a $1.00/hr add on.
Employees at Green Bay Correctional (Green Bay, WI); Kettle Moraine Correctional, (Glenbeulah); and Waupun Correctional (Waupun) are eligible for an additional, temporary $5.00/hour add on.
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, 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.
Effective September 1, 2023, Candidates who apply on and after this date, t he Department of Corrections will conduct criminal background checks and DOC security checks (including internet, phone, and visitor log searches) on applicants prior to selection.
Remote work is not an option for this position.

Qualifications

Crowd control and security procedures and policies; direction of staff and inmates; inspection and operation of facilities; first aid techniques; terminology associated with the rehabilitation and treatment programs, counseling techniques; correctional program resources for the care and rehabilitation of inmates; effective written and oral communication skills.
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.
Current State of Wisconsin employees: If you arrived at this posting through the Wisc.Jobs site, you will need to go to your Employee Self Services portal and apply through the “Careers” tile on the front page.
For questions please contact Ramona Koch, HR Specialist at Ramona.Koch@wisconsin.gov
The State of Wisconsin is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer seeking a diverse and talented workforce.
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 your service-connected disability rating (dated within 12-months) to the HR Specialist listed above. Current State employees are not eligible for non-competitive appointment.
Deadline to Apply

Applications will be accepted on a continuous basis until the needs of the Department have been met. This recruitment register will end on February 26, 2025 at which time a new job posting will be posted with a new job id #.
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