Supervising Officer 1

Position Summary

The 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.

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

To apply, click on “Apply for Job” to start the application process. Follow the steps outlined in the application process and submit your application. Your resume and letter of qualifications should detail your training and experience specifically related to the qualifications section listed in the job posting and are limited to a maximum of 2 pages each.

Qualifications

• Minimally qualified applicants will have training and/or experience:
• 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.

• Well qualified applicants will have experience:
• 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

How To Apply

To apply, click on “Apply for Job” to start the application process. Follow the steps outlined in the application process and submit your application. Your resume and letter of qualifications should detail your training and experience specifically related to the qualifications section listed in the job posting and are limited to a maximum of 2 pages each.

Questions

Questions can be directed to Katie Benson, Human Resources Supervisor, at kathryn.benson@wisconsin.gov.

Deadline to Apply

Applications will be accepted on an ongoing basis until the deadline date: September 30, 2026. 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.