Institution Unit Supervisor

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

Benefits offered by this job

Substantial leave time

Excellent health, dental, vision, and

Life insurance

Pension plan

Well Wisconsin Program

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

The Division of Adult Institutions is recruiting for an Institution Unit Supervisor (IUS) to lead the security, treatment, and daily living conditions of individuals in the unit at Dodge Correctional Institution in Waupun, Wisconsin.

The IUS will supervise unit staff, coordinate disciplines, and help develop and monitor unit goals and policies as part of the institution management team to ensure safety and well-being.

Qualifications

• Developing, implementing, and evaluating a program (security, treatment, or related disciplines).
• Developing, implementing, and evaluating standards, policies, and procedures.
• Supervising or leading staff, including directing work and handling disciplinary matters.

Responsibilities

• Oversee security, treatment, and living conditions within the unit.
• Coordinate disciplines and supervise unit staff to meet goals.
• Develop, implement, and monitor unit-based services and policies.

Skills

Program development

Supervision

Staff coordination

Job description

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 one Institution Unit Supervisor (IUS) position. This position will be headquartered at Dodge Correctional Institution (DCI) in Waupun, WI

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 isbetween $102,544 and $118,809 peryear, 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.

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, 9paid 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.
• 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.

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:

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