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 Department of Corrections is recruiting to fill a Teacher – Cabinet Making position. This position is based out of New Lisbon Correctional Institution in New Lisbon, WI (Juneau County).

This position will develop, implement, and provide educational services to residents related to Cabinet Making in order to meet their assessed, individual vocational needs. 

These educational services will be provided to students in the school or other assigned education designated areas, such as the wood shop.

The teacher will complete all required documentation of student assessment/progress and other reporting in a timely manner, as well as monitor and manage student behavior, attend staffings and meetings, and serve as an effective interdisciplinary team member for a housing unit. 

The teacher, upon request, will provide training to others and engage in specialized instruction and institution committee projects.

This position is in pay schedule and range 13-04 and offers pay starting from $30.00/hour - $35.06/hour. 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.

This position may receive supplemental (add-on) pay adjustments for additional credits relevant to the position that are over and above the credits needed for certification. This add-on ranges from $0.97/hour to $2.97/hour of additional pay, based on relevant credits and professional development actions, as allowed in Section A (4.12) of the Compensation Plan.

In addition to meaningful and rewarding work, we offer a competitive benefits package featuring:

• 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.

• Please click here for a summary of State of Wisconsin employment benefits or click here to explore employment benefits on the website. 

To help you understand what your benefit package would be worth, please see the Total Rewards Calculator here.

This position is not eligible for remote work. Anticipated schedule will be Monday – Thursday 6:00 AM – 4:30 PM with thirty minutes for lunch. This position is FLSA Exempt. This position is not anticipated to travel regularly.

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 may conduct pre-employment drug screens.  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.

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

For more in-depth information on employment with the State of Wisconsin, please see the State Employee Handbook.

Minimum Education and Experience Requirements:

To meet the Wisconsin Technical College System (WTCS) Carpentry 410 and Cabinetmaking 409 instructional credentialing requirements for this position you must have:

• An Associate’s Degree, a Wood Technology Technical Diploma, and 3.5 years (7,000 hours) verifiable occupational experience in carpentry field, one year (2,000 hours) of which must be in the last 5 years. 

OR

• A Wood Technology Technical Diploma and 4.5 years (9,000 hours) of verifiable occupational experience in the carpentry field, one year (2,000 hours) of which must be within the last 5 years and a willingness to complete Associate’s degree in an agreed upon timeframe. 

OR

• 7 years (14,000 hours) of verifiable occupational experience in carpentry field and a willingness to complete Associate’s degree in an agreed upon timeframe. 

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

The initial screening prior to interview is based on your response to the screening questionnaire. A resume is required, but it is not being assessed to determine whether you are eligible to advance in selection. Submitted information will be evaluated and qualified applicants will be invited to participate in the next step of the selection process.

Permanent classified employees who are eligible for consideration as a transfer or voluntary demotion must complete the application process in order to be considered. Please log-in through your Employee Self Service account and apply through the “Careers” tile.

The State of Wisconsin is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative 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.

Questions can be directed to Athena Foster, HR Specialist - Senior, at Athena.Foster@wisconsin.gov.

Applications will be accepted on an ongoing basis until the needs of the department are met. Applications are processed every week, usually on Thursdays.  After your application is processed, you will receive an eligibility designation.

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