Corrections Security Director

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 Adult Institution is recruiting to fill a Corrections Security Director position. This position is based out of Oakhill Correctional Institution in Oregon, WI.

This position plans, implements, and coordinates the security program at Oakhill Correctional Institution (OCI) and UW-Hospital Secure Unit. This position assists in developing and directing their overall security program, including TLU, observation, and restrictive housing placement and is also responsible for all activities within the restrictive housing unit, with development, implementation, and monitoring of overall institution goals, policies, and procedures as part of the institution team.

This position is also responsible for the security program for all areas of the institution and consults and makes recommendations to architects for new construction regarding security issues. This position assumes institution responsibility as directed by the Warden/Deputy Warden.

This position is in pay schedule/range 81-02 with an annual salary of $67371- $119350
, plus excellent benefits. Pay on appointment for current state employees may vary according to the applicable pay transaction provisions of the Compensation Plan, Wisconsin Administrative Code, and statutes. A 2-year Career Executive trial period is required.

• Substantial leave time including at least 3.5 weeks of vacation/personal time, nine 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 with employer match and lifetime retirement payment.
• 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 dependents a variety of tools, resources, and professional consultation services to support their health, goals, and overall well-being.
• More information about State of Wisconsin benefits.

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 will conduct criminal background checks on applicants prior to selection. Upon hire, all new DOC employees are subject to fingerprinting. 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.

This position is NOT eligible to work remotely.

Minimally qualified applicants will have experience:

• Directing, implementing, and evaluating security standards.
• Supervising staff (e.g., hiring, assigning and directing work, performance evaluations, discipline, dismissal, settling grievances).
• Managing and coordinating multi-disciplinary teams.

In addition to the acceptable, a well-qualified applicant will have experience:

• Working collaboratively with multi-disciplinary teams in a correctional setting.
• Working collaboratively with stakeholders outside the organization/agency.

The State of Wisconsin is an Equal Opportunity and Affidavitive 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.

Online applications and materials must be submitted by 11:59pm on May 14th, 2026
.