Assistant Regional Chief

State of Wisconsin; Neenah (WI); On-site; USD 117,000 - 127,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Vacation & personal time

Holiday pay

Health, dental, vision, and life保险

Pension plan with employer match

457 retirement plan

Public Service Loan Forgiveness

Well Wisconsin program

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

The State of Wisconsin Division of Community Corrections in Neenah, WI invites applications for the Assistant Regional Chief (Correctional Services Manager). Reporting to the Regional Chief, this role oversees regional programs, budgets, and the Purchase of Offender Goods and Services (POGS) as well as the Community Corrections Employment Program (CCEP).

Public and official liaison is required. The position supports system-wide initiatives emphasizing offender accountability, coordination of

Qualifications

• Coordinating and/or implementing department-wide projects/programs (establishing timelines, setting project goals and performance metrics, providing status updates, etc.)
• Conducting administrative management functions (work and program strategic planning, compliance, operational oversight, etc.) within an organization
• Supervising and managing employees (hiring; evaluating work performance; directing, coaching, and mentoring team members, etc.).

Skills

Project coordination

Administrative management

Supervising employees

Job description

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.

Position Summary

The Division of Community Corrections (DCC) is seeking a qualified individual for the Assistant Regional Chief (Correctional Services Manager) to join the team. This position will be located in the Regional Office at 1251 Jacobsen Rd., Suite B, Neenah, WI. Under general supervision of the Regional Chief, this position serves as Assistant Regional Chief within Region 4 of the Division of Community Corrections with significant administrative responsibility for the development and implementation of regional programs and policies; supervising and directing assigned unit offices; monitoring and controlling the region’s operating budget; and directing the region’s Purchase of Offender Goods and Services program(s) (POGS) and the Community Corrections Employment Program (CCEP). Working relationships are maintained with public and elected officials, state and community agencies, service vendors, community leaders and all elements of the criminal justice system to enhance service delivery and resolve problems within the region.

The Wisconsin Department of Corrections has embarked on a number of system-wide and offender-specific initiatives. Many are considered best practices or evidence-based practices in correctional settings. The primary goal is to shift the department’s focus, policies and procedures toward a more unified approach to offender success while emphasizing offender accountability, coordination of services, and state and local community collaborations. Correctional leadership provides the framework for such changes.

Salary Information

This position is in pay schedule/range 81-02 with an annual salary of $116667 - $127046, plus excellent benefits. Pay on appointment for current state employees may vary according to the applicable pay transaction provisions of the Compensation Plan, Wisconsin Administrative Code, and statutes. A 2-year Career Executive trial period is required.

Benefits

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/personal time, nine 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 with employer match and lifetime retirement payment
• An optional tax advantaged 457 retirement savings plan
• DOC is a qualifying employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness program.
• The Well Wisconsin Program helps participants set health and well-being goals, track progress, stay motivated, and earn incentives.
• Our 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
• More information about State of Wisconsin benefits.

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

Qualifications

The qualifications listed below will be evaluated in the first step of the selection process and must be clearly described in the letter of qualification and resume:

Minimally Qualified Applicants Will Have Experience

• Coordinating and/or implementing department-wide projects/programs (establishing timelines, setting project goals and performance metrics, providing status updates, etc.)
• Conducting administrative management functions (work and program strategic planning, compliance, operational oversight, etc.) within an organization
• Supervising and managing employees (hiring; evaluating work performance; directing, coaching, and mentoring team members, etc.).

Well-qualified Applicants Will Have Experience

• Developing and implementing programs and policies to align with organizational goals (e.g. strategic plans, analysis, assessment/evaluations, etc.).
• Coordinating, developing and maintaining working relationships with various local, county and tribal governments and officials; various law enforcement agencies and local community leaders and the public, using effective public relations techniques.
• Evidence Based Practices (EBP) Policy development and implementation.
• Serving on interagency or cross divisional workgroups or committees.
• Serving on committees and workgroups in a lead role.

Equal Opportunity and Diversity

The State of Wisconsin is proud an Equal Opportunity and ... We are committed to provide equal employment opportunities to all applicants from all backgrounds . We consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements. 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. If you are a qualified veteran, please visit the Veterans Employment page for application instructions to be considered for the Veterans Non-Competitive Appointment program. Once determined eligible, please send a follow up email with the HR Specialist below to indicate interest in this job announcement.

Career Executive Status Applicants

FOR APPLICANTS WHO HAVE CAREER EXECUTIVE STATUS IN THE WISCONSIN CLASSIFIED STATE SERVICE: Submit a resume to the specialist below

Questions can be directed to Adriana Sierra, Human Resources Specialist – Senior, at [e-mail].

Deadline to Apply

Online applications and materials must be submitted by 11:59pm on October 15, 2026.

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