Financial Specialist

Wisconsin Department of Corrections; Madison (WI); Hybrid; USD 26,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, vision, life insurance

Pension plan with lifetime retirement

457 retirement savings plan

Well Wisconsin program

Employee Assistance Program

Public Service Loan Forgiveness

Job summary

The Wisconsin Department of Corrections in Madison, WI is seeking a Records and Accounts Clerk responsible for maintaining resident monetary accounts, processing receipts and disbursements, and auditing balances to ensure accuracy.

The position offers a hybrid remote schedule after training, with typical hours 7:45 AM to 4:30 PM, Monday through Friday, and a starting wage of $22.76 per hour. A probationary period and background checks apply.

Qualifications

• Data gathering, entry, and financial reports.
• Basic computer experience, including spreadsheets, word processing, and email.
• Working with records and forms.
• Basic math, cash handling, and customer service.

Responsibilities

• Maintain resident monetary account balances, process receipts to and disbursements, and audit accounts for accuracy.
• Prepare and furnish reports as requested and required.

Skills

Data gathering

Entry and reports

Spreadsheets

Word processing

Email communication

Record handling

Cash handling

Customer service

Job description

Position Summary

This position maintains accurate records of resident monetary account balances, processes receipts to and disbursements from resident accounts for designated correctional centers in the Wisconsin Correctional Center System (WCCS). This position also audits accounts as necessary to ensure accuracy of work; prepares and furnishes reports as requested and required.

Salary Information

This position is in pay schedule and range 02-11 with a starting pay of $22.76/hour. Pay will be set in accordance with the Compensation Plan and Wisconsin Administrative Code in effect at the time of hire. A probationary period is required.

Benefits

• 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.

Job Details

This position offers an optional hybrid remote work schedule, allowing potentially up to three days remote per week (after training is complete) based on work needs. Any remote work must be performed from Wisconsin. This position is FLSA Non-Exempt. Anticipated schedule will be Monday – Friday 7:45 AM – 4:30 PM. 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

• Data gathering, entry, and financial reports
• Basic computer experience, including spreadsheets, word processing, and email
• Working with records and forms
• Basic math, cash handling, and customer service

A screening questionnaire will determine if candidates are minimally qualified to continue in the selection process.

The State of Wisconsin is an Equal Opportunity and Affiliation 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. 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.

Deadline to Apply

Online application and materials must be submitted by 11:59 pm on Thursday August 20th, 2026.