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Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging are core values at DOA that guide how we build our teams, develop our leaders, and create a culture that empowers everyone to be their authentic selves. We believe that when employees are respected and valued for who they are and are accountable for demonstrating that respect to others; it drives greater engagement and collaboration, ignites creativity and innovation, and fosters connection between teams and those we serve.

The Bureau of Human Resources, Region 2 is currently recruiting to fill a Institution Human Resources Director vacancy at either the entry or Advanced level. This position will be located at the Department of Corrections, Taycheedah Correctional Institution (Fond du Lac, WI)

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
• Flexible schedules, with some telecommuting permitted
• Excellent and affordable health, vision, and dental benefits
• An exceptional pension plan with employer match and lifetime retirement payment, plus an optional tax advantaged 457 retirement savings plan
• 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

This position performs highly responsible personnel management work in administration in providing expertise and leadership in the employment relations and personnel functions of the institution. Major goals of this position include administration and coordination of employment relations, position classification, staffing, compensation, payroll and benefits, supervisory training, equal employment opportunity and other personnel related programs, as well as supervision of Human Resources (HR) staff. The incumbent for this position serves in a developmental capacity, consulting and working closely with DOC Central Office Human Resources staff in key functional areas, as needed.

The starting pay is between $62,400 and $74,880 per year, with excellent benefits. Salary for current or former state employees will be determined in accordance with the current Wisconsin Compensation Plan. The pay schedule/range for the entry level is 81-04 and the Advanced is 81-03. A 12-month probationary period is required.

Applicants must be legally entitled to work in the United States (i.e., a citizen or national of the U.S., a lawful permanent resident, 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 to determine whether the circumstances of any conviction may be related to the job being filled. Upon hire, all new DOC employees are subject to fingerprinting.

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 to employment. Applicants who fail or refuse the drug screen will not be given further consideration for employment.

Minimally qualified applicants will have experience:

• Interpreting, applying, and communicating human resources related information such as employment laws, policies, and procedures.
• Administering human resource programs and functions such as talent acquisition, payroll and benefits, classification, compensation, leave management, or employment relations.
• Acting as a liaison amongst multiple levels and departments within an organization.

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

• Managing Employment Relations activities such as performance management, harassment complaints, conducting investigations, and grievances.
• Evaluating, developing, and implementing policies and procedures.
• Working with a human resources information system (HRIS) such as PeopleSoft.
• Performing supervision or lead-worker activities (e.g. assigning/directing/evaluating work, hiring, training, etc.).

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 employees who are eligible for consideration as a transfer or voluntary demotion must complete the application process in order to be considered.

Applicants should attach a letter of qualifications and resume detailing their training and experience relating to the qualifications mentioned above. It is not necessary to include references at this time. Your letter of qualifications and resume will be evaluated and is considered the assessment for this position. Your letter of qualifications and resume should be limited to a maximum of two pages each.

Your submission will be evaluated by one or more job experts. The most eligible candidates will be invited to participate in the next step of the selection process. For more information regarding your letter of qualifications and resume, please click here.

Questions can be directed to Phia Vang at phia.vang@wisconsin.gov.

The State of Wisconsin is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer seeking a diverse and talented workforce.

Application materials must be finalized by 11:59 pm on May 25, 2023 in order to be considered.

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