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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. The Department of Corrections , is currently accepting applications for Correctional Sergeant vacancies throughout the state.

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The Correctional Sergeant will work under the general supervision of Supervising Officer 1 or 2, or Unit Supervisor. This position is responsible for ensuring the security, custody, control, and treatment of residents as a lead worker within the Division of Adult Institutions. These positions supervise residents, direct and lead Correctional Officers, on institution grounds and escort residents off-site as required. The Correctional Sergeant communicates institution information and concerns, maintains record keeping systems, and maintains professional interactions with staff, residents and the public.

Correctional Sergeant positions within institution settings perform all functions of the Correctional Officer and in addition assign and review the work of Correctional Officers and oversee the interaction of groups of residents to maintain positive relations and security on their shift or area of responsibility.

Differential pay is available for certain night and weekend shifts, and employees may be eligible for FLSA premium overtime. Pay upon appointment for current or former State employees may vary and will be in accordance with the Compensation Plan and Wisconsin Administrative Code. These positions also offer excellent benefits , including protective retirement status. 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.

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 .

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Employees at maximum security facilities: and Wisconsin Secure Program Facility (Boscobel) are eligible for a $3.00/hour add on.

Employees at medium security facilities: Milwaukee Secure Detention Facility (Milwaukee), New Lisbon Correctional (New Lisbon); Employees at Columbia Correctional Institution (Portage) and Green Bay Correctional Institution (Green Bay) are eligible for an additional, temporary $5.00/hour add on for all hours worked. The add-on is subject to review and removal on a bi-weekly basis.

Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States (i.e. a citizen or national of the U.a lawful permanent resident, an alien authorized to work in the U.S. without DOC sponsorship) at the time of application.

The Department of Corrections will conduct criminal background checks and security checks (including internet, phone, and visitor log searches) on applicants prior to selection. Upon hire, all new DOC employees are subject to fingerprinting.

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

Remote work is not an option for this position.

Crowd control and security procedures and policies

Direction of staff and residents

Inspection and operation of facilities

First aid training

Writing Reports and Documenting

Making referrals to correctional program resources for the care and rehabilitation of residents

To apply, click on "Apply for Job" to start the application process. Follow the steps outlined in the application process and submit your application.

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The State of Wisconsin offers a special program for qualified veterans with a 30% or greater service-connected disability. Qualified veterans with a 30% or greater service-connected disability should send their cover letter, resume, DD-214, and documentation of your service-connected disability rating (dated within 12-months) to the HR Assistant listed above. Applications will be accepted on a continuous basis until October 14, 2026.

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