Institution Business Manager

State of Wisconsin; Fond du Lac (WI); Sur place; USD 85 000 - 113 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Vacation leave

Holidays

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision

Life insurance

Pension plan

457 plan

Well Wisconsin program

EAP

PSLF eligibility

Résumé du poste

The State of Wisconsin seeks an Institution Business Manager (Correctional Management Services Director) at Taycheedah Correctional Institution in Fond du Lac. You will oversee administration, program planning, and fiscal management across three facilities, directing budget development, purchasing, and inmate accounts while supervising department heads.

Responsibilities include policy formulation, coordination, and ensuring compliance with statutes.

Qualifications

• Minimally qualified applicants will have experience in budget and fiscal operations.
• Leadership or supervision of staff and performance evaluations.
• Development and implementation of policies and procedures.

Responsabilités

• Administer management services for three facilities in different locations.
• Oversee fiscal operations, budgeting, purchasing and accounts.
• Supervise department heads and coordinate administrative functions.
• Ensure compliance with Wisconsin statutes and institutional policies.

Connaissances

Budget management

Staff leadership

Policy development

Fiscal operations

Supervisory experience

Description du poste

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 Institutions is currently recruiting to fill an Institution Business Manager (Correctional Management Services Director) position, located at Taycheedah Correctional Institution in Fond du Lac, Wisconsin.

Position Summary

This position is responsible for the administration, program planning, policy formulation, coordination, evaluation, supervision and management of all management services for three facilities in different geographical locations: Fiscal management, budget development and control, purchasing, inmate accounts, food service, canteen, inventory systems, power plant systems, buildings & grounds, supervision of department heads, and serves as an Administrative Team member. As assigned, assumes responsibility for the Institution operations in the absence of the Warden/Deputy Warden/Security Director. The Correctional Management Services Director must have a working knowledge and understanding of all Wisconsin Statutes dealing with the operation of the institution.

Salary Information

The starting pay is between $85280 and $113318 per year, plus excellent benefits. Pay will be set in accordance with the Compensation Plan and Wisconsin Administrative Code in effect at the time of hire. The pay schedule/range is 81-02. A two-year Career Executive trial period is required.

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.

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Job Details

Applicants must be legally entitled 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 will conduct criminal background checks on applicants prior to selection to determine whether the circumstances of any conviction may be related to the job being filled. Upon hire, all new DOC employees are subject to fingerprinting.

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 to employment.

Qualifications

Minimally qualified applicants will have experience in the following:

• Management of budget and/or fiscal operations, including budget development and implementation, purchasing, and financial management (e.g., pertaining to programs, salaries/overtime, equipment)
• Leadership or supervision of staff (e.g., interviewing, hiring, assigning/reviewing work, conducting performance evaluations)
• Development and/or implementation of policies and procedures for an office, unit, department, etc.

In addition to the above, well qualified applicants will have experience in the following:

• Establishing performance standards for management services (e.g., business office, food service, maintenance) to include review and evaluation to ensure objectives are met
• Development, implementation, and modification of fiscal operations (e.g., allocating and maintaining funds, creating and requesting budgets, fiscal planning and reporting)
• Implement policies and practices/procedures to ensure an inclusive and equitable environment through advocacy, inclusive practices, conflict resolution and collaborative leadership.

The State of Wisconsin is an Equal Opportunity and affirmative 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.

Questions can be directed to Katie Benson, HR Supervisor, at [e-mail] or 608-240-5503.

Deadline to Apply

Online application and materials must be submitted by 11:59 pm on November 5, 2026 in order to be considered.

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