Recreation Leader - Senior

Position Summary

This position is responsible for the operation, development, coordination and implementation of the gym, music, and arts and crafts programming for inmates. This includes supervising inmates, ordering supplies and materials, maintaining records and reports, inventory of equipment and supplies, and general upkeep of the equipment area.

Salary Information

This position is in pay schedule/range (12-64) with a starting pay of $26.11 - $34.34, plus excellent benefits. Pay on appointment for current state employees may vary according to the applicable pay transaction provisions of the State Compensation Plan, Wisconsin Administrative Code, and statutes. A twelve-month probationary period is required.

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, 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
• An optional tax advantaged 457 retirement savings plan
• DOC is a qualifying employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness program.
• The Well Wisconsin Program helps participants set health and well-being goals, track progress, stay motivated, and earn incentives.
• Our 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

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Job Details

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.

Qualifications

Recreation knowledge gained through education, training and experience.

Knowledge of planning, organizing and implementing leisure time program phases that meet inmate group needs.

Knowledge of team and individual sports, rules, techniques and procedures.

Skill in practicing and demonstrating team and individual sports activities.

Skill in communicating to inmates about team and individual sports activities.

Ability to organize, structure and implement programming initiatives, tournaments and special events.

Ability to implement rules, regulations and codes of conduct on inmate behavior.

How To Apply

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

Permanent classified state employees who are eligible of consideration (transfer, voluntary demotion, or reinstatement) should complete the application process as described above by the stated date. If you arrived at this posting through the Wisc.Jobs site, you will need to go to your Employee Self Services portal and apply through the "Careers" tile on the front page.

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. Current State employees are not eligible for non-competitive appointment.

Questions can be directed to Adriana Sierra, Human Resources Specialist - Senior, at ....

Deadline to Apply

Online applications will be accepted on an ongoing basis until the needs of the department are met. We anticipate using this Job Opening Until: June 3, 2026 at which time we will continue recruiting with a new Job Opening. Applications are processed every week, usually on Thursdays.

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