Institution Unit Supervisor NLCI

State of Wisconsin; New Lisbon (NY); On-site; USD 103,000 - 119,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Vacation time

Health insurance

Pension plan

457 retirement plan

Well Wisconsin Program

Employee Assistance Program

Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)

Job summary

State of Wisconsin, Department of Corrections, seeks an Institution Unit Supervisor for New Lisbon Correctional Institution in New Lisbon, WI. The role oversees security, treatment, and living conditions within the unit and directs an institution-wide program as part of the management team.

The position requires implementing policies, managing unit goals, and coordinating with staff. Schedule is Monday–Friday, on-site with occasional on-call responsibilities, and pre-employment screenings apply.

Qualifications

• Developing, implementing, and evaluating treatment and/or specialized programs (e.g. treatment, clinical, and/or social services, education, religious programs, structured activities).
• Developing, implementing, monitoring, and evaluating security standards, policies and/or procedures in a secure setting.
• Performing supervision or lead worker-related activities (e.g. assigning, directing, and/evaluating work; disciplinary matters, hiring, providing training/mentoring).

Responsibilities

• Oversee the security, treatment, and general living conditions of residents in the unit.
• Direct the institution-wide program within the unit.
• Develop, implement, and monitor overall institution goals, policies, and procedures.

Skills

Treatment programs

Security standards

Supervision

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.

The Department of Corrections is currently recruiting to fill an Institution Unit Supervisor position. This position is based out of New Lisbon Correctional Institution in New Lisbon, WI (Juneau County).

Position Summary

This position is responsible for the security, treatment, and general living conditions of all residents assigned to the unit.

The Institution Unit Supervisor is responsible for all activities within the unit and directs an institution-wide program.

This position develops, implements, and monitors overall institution goals, policies and procedures as part of the institution management team.

Salary Information

This position is in pay schedule and range 81-34 with a starting pay of $49.30/hour - $57.12/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 is not eligible for remote work and will work on site.

This position is FLSA Exempt.

Anticipated schedule will be Monday – Friday 7:45 AM – 4:30 PM.

This position is anticipated to share the on-call responsibilities of the Administrative Duty Officer (which rotates between staff) and will occasionally involve work on nights, weekends, and holidays during the assigned rotation.

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

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

Minimally Qualified Applicants Will Have Experience In The Following

• Developing, implementing, and evaluating treatment and/or specialized programs (e.g. treatment, clinical, and/or social services, education, religious programs, structured activities).
• Developing, implementing, monitoring, and evaluating security standards, policies and/or procedures in a secure setting.
• Performing supervision or lead worker-related activities (e.g. assigning, directing, and/evaluating work; disciplinary matters, hiring, providing training/mentoring).

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

• Managing and supervising the operating procedures of a work unit.
• Participating in multi-disciplinary teams or approaches in the development, implementation and review of programs.
• Experience working in a correctional setting.

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.

Questions can be directed to Athena Foster, HR Specialist - Senior, at [e-mail].

Deadline to Apply: Online application and materials must be submitted by 11:59 pm on Wednesday October 14th, 2026.

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