Institution Unit Supervisor NLCI

Wisconsin Department of Corrections; New Lisbon (NY); On-site; USD 67,502,000 - 79,143,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Vacation time with 3.5 weeks to start

9 paid holidays

Sick time rolling over each year

Health, dental, vision, and life保险

Pension plan

457 retirement savings plan

Well Wisconsin Program

Employee Assistance Program

Public Service Loan Forgiveness

Job summary

Wisconsin Department of Corrections is seeking an Institution Unit Supervisor to oversee a unit with responsibility for security, treatment, and residents’ living conditions. The role directs unit activities and contributes to institution-wide program planning on-site.

The position develops and implements goals, policies, and procedures as part of the management team, with a Monday–Friday schedule and some on-call duties. Applicants must meet state requirements for employment in the U.S.

Qualifications

• Supervision or lead worker experience including directing and evaluating staff.
• Developing, implementing, and evaluating treatment or specialized programs.
• Developing, implementing, monitoring security standards and procedures.
• Experience managing operating procedures of a work unit.
• Participating in multi-disciplinary teams for program development.
• Experience in a correctional setting is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Ensure security, treatment, and living conditions for residents in the unit.
• Direct all activities within the unit and oversee an institution-wide program.
• Develop, implement, and monitor institution goals, policies and procedures.

Skills

Supervision

Security standards

Program development

Team collaboration

Job description

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

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.

Equal Employment Opportunity

The State of Wisconsin is an Equal Opportunity and Affinitive Action employer seeking a diverse and talented workforce. We provide reasonable accommodations to applicants and employees with disabilities.

Veteran Program

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.

Contact

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

Application Deadline

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