Volunteer Coordinator

Introduction

Sand Ridge Secure Treatment Center (SRSTC) within the Department of Health Services (DHS) is recruiting to fill a full‑time Volunteer Coordinator position in Mauston, WI. Working hours are typically Monday‑Friday 8am‑4:30pm, with some weekends and evenings required depending upon facility needs.

SRSTC opened in 2001 and provides care and treatment for several different patient populations. The center houses Wisconsin’s Sexually Violent Persons Program, provides care and treatment for persons found not guilty by reasons of mental disease or mental defect, and provides court‑ordered treatment, testing, and education to patients found not competent to stand trial. SRSTC is a 500‑bed treatment facility and is part of the Division of Care and Treatment Services (DCTS).

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As an employee of the State of Wisconsin, you'll have access to an amazing benefits package, including:

• 3.5 weeks of vacation, 9 paid holidays and ample sick time; limitations may apply for leave time usage in the first six months.
• Top‑rated health plan options starting at $45/month for single plans and $111/month for family plans, after 2 months of state service.
• Exceptional pension plan with a 7.2% employer match in 2026 with lifetime retirement payment. Plus, a tax‑advantaged supplemental retirement savings plan which allows you to save money directly from your paycheck for retirement.
• Several flex spending accounts: medical, dependent care, commuter, parking and High‑Deductible Health Savings.
• Well Wisconsin Wellness Program.
• A free and confidential employee assistance program that 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.
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program employer.

As the Volunteer Coordinator, you will be responsible for the following duties:

• Managing the Volunteer Services program at SRSTC.
• Arranging and monitoring the process for orientation, training, and supervision of volunteers.
• Coordinating, promoting, and assisting with various facility activities and events.

The starting pay is between $23.00 and $27.00 per hour (approximately between $45,700 and $56,100 per year), depending on qualifications, plus excellent benefits. A 12‑month probationary period is required.

Pay for current or former state employees will be set based on the rules that apply to compensation for the applicable transaction. This position is in pay schedule and range 12/64.

All applicants who may be appointed to this position will be required to allow DHS to conduct a background check to determine whether the circumstances of any conviction may be related to the job being filled.

All appointees will be required to receive a TB test, which will be administered by SRSTC or medical personnel approved by the facility within 30 days of hire.

DHS does not sponsor work visas for this position, thus, in compliance with federal law, selected candidates will be required to verify eligibility to work in the United States by completing the required I‑9 form upon hire. DHS is not an E‑Verify employer nor a STEM‑OPT eligible employer.

Minimally qualified applicants will have all of the following:

• Experience or training with volunteer programs/services in an institutional or equivalent setting.
• Experience or training with organizational and team‑building techniques.
• Experience or training working with diverse inpatient populations.

Well‑qualified applicants will also have one or more of the following:

• Experience coordinating events using a variety of volunteers (e.g., resident volunteers, staff, community members, etc.).
• Experience managing a volunteer program (e.g., onboarding, communication, annual assessment, etc.).
• Experience facilitating community service projects.

Your letter of qualifications is limited to 2 pages. For a guide on developing your resume and letter of qualifications and what should be included in these materials, .

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