Supervising Officer 1

State of Wisconsin; Black River Falls (WI); On-site; USD 66,000 - 71,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension plan

Health insurance

Paid holidays

Vacation time

457 retirement plan

Job summary

The State of Wisconsin Department of Corrections is seeking a Supervising Officer 1 (Lieutenant) to oversee security, discipline, and order at the assigned institution. You will supervise Correctional Officers and Sergeants on an assigned shift, conduct security inspections, and counsel persons in our care.

Starting pay is $47.68–$51.36 per hour with a probationary period. Excellent benefits include substantial leave, health/dental/vision/life insurance, a robust pension, a 457 plan, and

Qualifications

• Leading a team: reviewing work, training others, assigning duties.
• Conducting rounds, inspecting security equipment, supervising residents.
• Responding to and assisting in emergencies and crisis interventions.

Responsibilities

• Supervise Correctional Officers and Sergeants on assigned shift.
• Conduct institution security inspections.
• Resolve problems and counsel persons in our care.
• Respond to emergencies and crises as needed.

Skills

Lead worker

Security oversight

Emergency response

Team collaboration

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 accepting applications for Supervising Officer 1 (Lieutenant) vacancies throughout the state. If you are interested in a Supervising Officer 1 position, you must apply at this time as this recruitment will be used to fill current vacancies and vacancies that occur over the next few months. For a complete listing of our locations, including a map, please click HERE.

Position Summary

This position carries out responsibility for security, discipline, and order at the assigned institution. Responsibilities include supervision of Correctional Officers and Correctional Sergeants on an assigned shift; institution security inspections on a given shift; resolving problems and/or counseling persons in our care.

Salary Information

This position is in pay schedule and range 81-33 with a starting pay of $47.68/hour - $51.36/hour, plus excellent benefits. 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.

Employees working in a maximum security correctional institution are eligible for a $3/hour add-on for all hours worked. Employees working at a medium security correctional institution are eligible for a $1/hour add-on for all hours worked. Employees working at Green Bay Correctional Institution are eligible for a $5/hour add-on for all hours worked.

• 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.
• Please click here for a summary of State of Wisconsin employment benefits or click here to explore employment benefits on the website.

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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.

As public safety employees, remote work is not an option for these positions.

These positions have physical requirements including but not limited to: walking, twisting, climbing, standing, lifting/pushing/pulling up to 50lbs, etc. These positions also are exposed to a variety of temperatures and weather conditions.

A medical/drug/fitness screening and the DOC Facility Staff Training and Support (FSTS) six week academy may be required.

Qualifications

• Performing lead worker related activities (i.e., reviewing work of others, training/orienting new employees, assigning job duties, establishing operating procedures, lead or direct activities of other staff, etc.).
• Performing security related tasks, such as conducting rounds, inspecting security equipment, supervising residents (patients, persons in our care, etc.).
• Responding to and assisting in emergencies such as physical altercations, medical emergencies, and crisis intervention during incidents.

• Participating with multi-disciplinary teams or work groups.
• Developing or contributing to the development of post orders, policies, and/or procedures, handbooks, etc.
• Working in a secure environment, such as a treatment facility, institution, etc. or a military environment

Deadline to Apply

Applications will be accepted on an ongoing basis until the deadline date: January 4, 2027. At that time, we anticipate creating a new job opening to continue recruiting for this classification, and individuals will need to reapply to be considered.

You will receive your notice of eligibility the month following your application. If you apply in the month of October, you will receive your eligibility notice in early November. If you apply in November, you will receive your eligibility notice in early December. If you apply in December or later, you will receive your eligibility notice in early January. Applicants who are eligible for further consideration may be certified (offered an interview) initially the month after submission and will continue to be eligible for certification for the duration of the job posting.

The State of Wisconsin is an Equal Opportunity and Affidative 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.

Questions can be directed to Katie Benson, Human Resources Supervisor, at [e-mail].

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