Assistant Regional Chief

Overview

Assistant Regional Chief role at State of Wisconsin
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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. Using evidence-based approaches, employees implement lasting change with a positive impact for the people of Wisconsin.

The Division of Community Correction is recruiting for an Assistant Regional Chief (Correctional Services Manager). This position will be working in the Region 5 located at 770 Technology Way, Suite 500, Chippewa Falls, WI.

Salary: pay schedule/range 81-01 with an annual salary of $74,422 - $124,550
, plus benefits. A 2-year Career Executive trial period is required.

Under general supervision of the Regional Chief, this position serves as Assistant Regional Chief within Region 5 of the Division of Community Corrections with significant administrative responsibility for the development and implementation of regional programs and policies; supervising and directing assigned unit offices; monitoring and controlling the region’s operating budget; and directing the region’s Purchase of Offender Goods and Services program(s) (POGS) and the Community Corrections Employment Program (CCEP).

Working relationships are maintained with public and elected officials, state and community agencies, service vendors, community leaders and all elements of the criminal justice system to enhance service delivery and resolve problems within the region. It supports ongoing system-wide and offender-specific initiatives and emphasizes offender accountability, coordination of services, and state and local community collaborations.

Minimally qualified applicants will have experience in all the following:

• Experience in supervisory functions (i.e. hiring, disciplining employees, evaluating performance, directing, coaching, and mentoring team members).
• Conducting administrative management functions (work and program planning, compliance, budget, operational oversight, etc.).
• Experience serving on committees and work groups in a lead role.

In addition to the above, well qualified applicants will have experience in the following:

• Coordinating, developing, and maintaining working relationships with communities, public, criminal justice agencies, and other agencies.
• Experience developing and implementing programs and policies (e.g. strategy plans, analyzing, assessments/evaluations, etc.).
• Experience with Evidence Based Practice policy development and implementation.

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 letter of qualifications and resume are very important parts of your application and should detail your training and experience related to the qualifications listed in the job posting. Limit to a maximum of 2 pages each. For instructions on developing your resume of qualifications for your application and what should be included in these materials, review the resume building assistance document.

Submitted material will be evaluated and the most qualified applications will be invited to participate in the next step of the hiring for available vacancies.

Permanent classified state employees who are eligible for consideration (transfer or voluntary demotion) should complete the application as described above by the stated date. Apply through the “Careers” tile on your ESS Portal.

The State of Wisconsin is proud an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. We are committed to provide equal employment opportunities to all applicants from all backgrounds. We consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements. 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. Once determined eligible, please send a follow up email with the HR Specialist below to indicate interest in this job announcement.

Questions can be directed to Adriana Sierra, Human Resources Specialist – Senior, rra.

FOR APPLICANTS WHO HAVE CAREER EXECUTIVE STATUS IN THE WISCONSIN CLASSIFIED STATE SERVICE: Submit a letter of interest and a current resume by E-mail to the HR Specialist above.

Online applications and materials must be submitted by 11:59pm on November 4, 2025.

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