Financial Program Supervisor - Wisconsin Resource Center

The Department of Health Services (DHS), Wisconsin Resource Center (WRC) is recruiting for a Financial Program Supervisor. This position will work Monday through Friday, 7:45 am to 4:30 pm.

Come and work for the best! WRC was recognized as the National Commission on Correctional Health Care’s 2022 Facility of the Year for its commitment to high quality resident care. WRC has a great team of outstanding, committed professionals, and we are excited to fill this important leadership role.

WRC is part of the Division of Care and Treatment Services (DCTS). DCTS is committed to helping all state residents live their best lives through an interconnected web of behavioral health services. Watch this video to learn more about the work of DCTS. WRC is the largest psychiatric facility in the state and is the only secure treatment facility in Wisconsin that specializes in treating individuals with severe mental health conditions referred by the Wisconsin Department of Corrections and the community.

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

• 3.5 weeks of vacation, 9 paid holidays and ample sick time.
• Top rated health plan options starting at $42/month for single plans and $104/month for family plans, after 2 months of state service.
• Premium pension plan with a 6.95% employer match in 2025. Plus, a tax advantaged supplemental retirement savings plan which allows you to save money directly from your paycheck for retirement. Use this Total Rewards Calculator to see the total value of our competitive benefits package!
• 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 Financial Program Supervisor, you will be responsible for leadership in the development, coordination, monitoring, and maintaining of fiscal controls to ensure budgeted expenditures do not exceed authorized amounts. You will assist the Director’s office with budget preparation and provide backup supervision of the Shared Service Business Office and Store/Warehouse. Additional supervision duties include:

• Supervision of the Food Service Supervisors in food service operations
• Supervision of Program Assistants in Resident Commissary Services
• Supervision of the institution’s licensed barber

The starting pay is $34.45 to $42.00 per hour (approximately between $71,600 and $87,300 per year), depending on qualifications, plus excellent benefits. A 12-month probationary period is required.

Pay for current state employees is based upon the rules that apply to compensation for the applicable transaction. This position is in pay schedule and range 81/03.

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 WRC or medical personnel approved by the facility within 30 days of the start date.

DHS does not sponsor work visas for this position, thus, in compliance with federal law, the selected candidate will be required to verify eligibility to work in the United States by completing the required I-9 form upon hire.

Minimally qualified candidates will have all of the following:

• Experience working in a leadership role (e.g., monitoring personnel workload, coaching, mentoring, or training other staff.).
• Experience coordinating a project, program or initiative which requires collaboration among diverse disciplines and multiple partners.
• Experience using software such as Microsoft Office Suite for report production, statistical data collection and assessment, spreadsheets, or financial analysis.

Well-qualified applicants will also have the following:

• Experience working in a secured environment.
• Formal supervisory experience (e.g., hiring, conducting performance evaluations, resolving conflict, discipline, etc.)
• Experience or education in financial or statistical analysis, budgeting or other financial planning or accounting activities.

Your letter of qualifications is limited to one (1) page. For a guide on developing your resume and letter of qualifications and what should be included in these materials, click here.

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• Current or former permanent, classified, state employees must complete the online application process to be considered.
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• For technical assistance and general information, please see Frequently Asked Questions. For questions about the position, to request a copy of the full position description, or for other employment inquiries, please contact Human Resources at DHSWRCRecruitment@dhs.wisconsin.gov.

DHS is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer seeking a diverse and talented workforce.

Veterans are encouraged to apply. For complete information on Veterans’ hiring programs with the WI Department of Veteran’s Affairs, click here.

The deadline to apply is January 29, 2025 at 11:59 pm. Applicants are strongly encouraged to allow ample time to finalize their applications keeping in mind that technical assistance is only available Monday through Friday 7:45 am – 4:30 pm. Late or incomplete applications will not be accepted.