Institution Unit Supervisor

Wisconsin Department of Corrections; Waupun (WI); On-site; USD 103,000 - 119,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Vacation

Holidays

Sick time

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Pension plan

457 retirement plan

Well Wisconsin Program

Employee Assistance Program

PSLF eligibility

Job summary

The Wisconsin Department of Corrections is seeking an Institutional Unit Supervisor to oversee security, treatment and living conditions for individuals in our care. You will coordinate disciplines, supervise unit staff, and drive unit services while aligning with institution-wide goals and policies.

The role requires experience in program development, supervision, and multi-disciplinary collaboration, with a focus on secure operations.

Qualifications

• Developing, implementing, and evaluating a program (security, treatment, clinical, social services, structured activities, etc.)
• Developing, implementing, and evaluating standards, policies, and procedures
• Performing supervision or lead worker related activities (assigning, directing, and/evaluating work of staff; disciplinary matters, hiring, etc.)

Responsibilities

• Managing and supervising the operating procedures of a work unit (Coordinating and organizing teams, allocating resources, planning and defining strategies and goals, etc.)
• Working in a secured setting/facility
• Participating in multi-disciplinary teams or approaches in the development, implementation and review of programs

Skills

Program development

Policy development

Staff supervision

Job description

Position Summary

This position is responsible for the security, treatment and general living conditions of all persons in our care assigned to the unit. The IUS is an administrator responsible for all activities within the unit, including the coordination of all disciplines to address and monitor persons in our care activities and well-being, supervision and direction of assigned unit staff, facilitation and evaluation of unit-based work assignments, monitoring, maintaining, and managing the daily unit-based services provided to persons in our care. The IUS is tasked with the development, implementation and monitoring of overall institution goals and policies as part of the institution management team.

Salary Information

The starting pay is between $102,544 and $118,809 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 81-34. A 12-month 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

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

• Developing, implementing, and evaluating a program (security, treatment, clinical, social services, structured activities, etc.)
• Developing, implementing, and evaluating standards, policies, and procedures
• Performing supervision or lead worker related activities (assigning, directing, and/evaluating work of staff; disciplinary matters, hiring, etc.)

In addition to the above, well-qualified applicants will have experience

• Managing and supervising the operating procedures of a work unit (Coordinating and organizing teams, allocating resources, planning and defining strategies and goals, etc.)
• Working in a secured setting/facility
• Participating in multi-disciplinary teams or approaches in the development, implementation and review of programs

Questions can be directed to Phia Vang, Human Resources Specialist at [e-mail].

The State of Wisconsin is an Equal Opportunity and Aff

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 applications and materials must be submitted by 11:59pm on September 16th, 2026.

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