Job description

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 cutting-edge research and evidence-based approaches, employees implement lasting change with a positive impact for the people of Wisconsin.

The Department of Correctionsis currently recruiting for Financial Specialist - Senior positions located throughout the state. The employment register established from this recruitment will be used to fill any current and future vacancies.

The Division of Community Corrections Cashier’s Unit is responsible for receiving, processing, and distributing funds collected from clients for payments of restitution, court obligation, department fees, and other funds as ordered by the court. Duties include entering restitution order information, making adjustments to client financial obligation accounts, auditing financial obligation accounts, interpreting legal documents to ensure funds are being disbursed accurately, contacting the clerks of court, agents, victim services, clients and other internal and external stakeholders to problem solve financial obligations. This position is responsible for exercising independent judgment and decision making responsibilities to ensure that payments made by clients are receipted and disbursed according to department policy and in compliance with Wisconsin Statues.

Current Vacancies:

Dodge Correctional Institution, Waupun WI (Dodge County); New Lisbon Correctional Institution, New Lisbon WI (Juneau County); Jackson Correctional Institution, Black River Falls WI (Jackson County); Redgranite Correctional Institution, Redgranite WI (Waushara County); Kettle Moraine Correctional Institution (Sheboygan County)

Position Summary

These positions are responsible for exercising independent judgment and decision making responsibilities for a variety of complex fiscal documents (invoice vouchers, direct pay vouchers, journal vouchers, travel vouchers and Purchasing Card Statements) and transactions; for ensuring compliance with federal and state regulations; Department of Administration (DOA) and agency accounting, internal controls, policies and procedures; for communications with staff and vendors to resolve discrepancies arising from the approval or disapproval of financial transactions; for entering on-line (direct) financial data into the Department’s Enterprise Resource Planning System (PeopleSoft); and for the monitoring of the system to ensure the integrity of the fiscal data which reflects the fiscal actions and obligations. This position requires the ability to work across multiple programs with a high degree of independence, utilizing but not limited to PeopleSoft, Excel, Financial Management System/Wisconsin State Management Accounting & Reporting Tool (FMS/WISMART) Data Queries (DOC Legacy Accounting Systems), FMS, EOSP, and US Bank Purchasing Card.

Salary Information

Starting salary for this position is $23.93 per hour (approx. $49,774 annually), plus excellent benefits. Pay on appointment for current or former state employees may vary according to the applicable provisions of the State Compensation Plan, Statutes and Administrative Code. The pay schedule and range for this position is 02-13. A 12- month probationary period may be required.

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

Knowledge of modern bookkeeping, accounting & auditing practices and principles; working knowledge and usage of MS-Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Access), state accounting systems and the Internet; ability to understand and follow complex written and oral instructions; communicate effectively both orally and in writing; establish and maintain effective working relationships with other employees, officials and the public; and identify issues and follow through with problem solving techniques

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. Submitted materials will be evaluated and the most 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.

Questions can be directed to Ramona Koch, HR Specialist, at Ramona.Koch@wisconsin.gov

Deadline to Apply

Applications will be accepted on an ongoing basis until the needs of the department are met. We anticipate using this job opening until October 31, 2023; at which time we will continue recruiting with a new Job Opening.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $23.93 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Referral program
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Physical setting:

• Office

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Monday to Friday

Ability to commute/relocate:

• New Lisbon, WI 53950: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person

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