Offender Classification Specialist (or OCS-Senior)

Wisconsin Department of Corrections; Waupun (WI); On-site; USD 36,000 - 49,000; Full time

Job summary

The Wisconsin Department of Corrections is seeking qualified professionals to classify Persons in our Care at multiple facilities within the Division of Adult Institutions and the Wisconsin Resource Center.

Specialists will be trained to competency in the duties and responsibilities, with mentoring by a BOCM Supervisor or an assigned OCS-Senior. Decisions with serious consequences require supervisor approval, and a probationary period applies.

Qualifications

• Training, education and/or experience with case planning, case management and case documentation.
• Training, education, and/or experience using risk and/or needs assessment tools.
• Training, education and/or experience in interview techniques (e.g. motivational interviewing).
• Experience preparing and writing case summaries or professional reports.

Skills

Case planning

Case management

Case documentation

Interview techniques

Risk assessment

Needs assessment

Professional reports

Job description

Position Summary

This position is responsible for classification of Persons in our Cares at one or more facilities in the Division of Adult Institutions and/or the Wisconsin Resource Center (Department of Health Services, Division of Mental Health and Substance Abuse Services). Specialists in this position will be trained to competency in the duties and responsibilities of the position. Classification activities may require consultation, review and approval of the BOCM Supervisor and/or mentoring by an assigned OCS-Senior. Decisions resulting in serious consequences for the Persons in our Care, staff or public requires approval by the supervisor.

Salary Information

Offender Classification Specialist is in pay schedule and range 12-64 and offers pay starting from $26.37/hour - $29.56/hour. This position is FLSA Non-Exempt.

Offender Classification Specialist - Senior is in pay schedule and range 12-63 and offers pay starting from $29.26/hour - $35.32/hour. This position is FLSA Exempt.

This level of this position will be determined by the qualifications of the applicant hired. It can be hired at either level.

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

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.

Job Details

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. Remote work schedule determined upon hire. Shift: Monday- Friday 7:45am- 4:30pm

Qualifications

• Training, education and/or experience with case planning, case management and case documentation.
• Training, education, and/or experience using risk and/or needs assessment tools.
• Training, education and/or experience in interview techniques (e.g. motivational interviewing).
• Experience preparing and writing case summaries or professional reports.

In Addition To The Criteria Above, In Order To Be Considered For Direct Hire At The Offender Classification Specialist - Senior Level Applicants must also have at least 18 months experience performing duties related to classification and correctional services.

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

The State of Wisconsin is an Equal Opportunity and Affinity 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. Current State employees are not eligible for non-competitive appointment.

Deadline to Apply

Online application and materials must be submitted by 11:59 pm on October 18, 2026.

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