Financial Specialist

The State of Wisconsin is hiring a Financial Specialist for the Department of Corrections in Green Bay, WI. The role involves managing inmate accounts, payroll, financial transactions, and reporting. Positions are available at various correctional facilities. The starting pay is $21.66 per hour with a comprehensive benefits package, including leave time, insurance, and a pension plan. Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States.
Introduction

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.

We are recruiting for Financial Specialist to fill any current and future vacancies over the next 6 months. If you are interested in this position, please apply at this time.

Current Vacancies: Gordon Correctional Center, Gordon; Jackson Correctional Institution, Black River Falls; John Burke Correctional Center, Waupun; Milwaukee Secure Detention Facility, Milwaukee; Racine Correctional Institution, Sturtevant; Prairie du Chien Correctional Institution, Prairie du Chien;

Position Summary

These Financial Specialist positions typically work with inmate/offender accounts and payroll; some positions may, in addition, work with a variety of other institution/facilities accounts, or work specifically with inmate/offender and/or payroll accounts to a lesser degree, as follows:
• Provision of accurate and timely transactions in inmate accounts and disbursement of money

• Maintenance of inmate payroll program, including weekly time sheets and auditing time reports

• Computation of adjustments and calculation

• Posting receipt of inmate/offender and institution cash funds

• Updating/preparation of spreadsheets and other reports/statements

• Payment of invoices

• Correspondence or other communications with staff, vendors, inmates and others

• Reconciliation of bank statements; establishing and closing bank accounts

• Researching and responding to inmate and DOC staff information requests

• Utilization of computerized financial programs for reports, information, and financial records

Salary Information

The starting pay for this position is $21.66 per hour and includes a comprehensive state benefits package. This position is in pay schedule and range 02-11.

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. A 12 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.
• To help you understand what your benefit package would be worth, please see the Total Rewards Calculator here .

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

Bookkeeping practice

Cash control

General office practices standard office equipment including calculator and computer operations

Computer software programs for word processing, spreadsheets, and data entry

Basic computer skills

Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing

Basic mathematic techniques including percentages, ratios, and averages

Ability to work accurately and rapidly with figures

Organizational skills oral, written, and interpersonal communication skills

Ability to communicate effectively with the general public, staff, and inmates

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

Your responses to the questions will be evaluated and the most qualified applications will be invited to participate in the next step of the hiring for available vacancies.

Questions can be directed to Ramona Koch, Human Resources Specialist- Senior at Ramona.Koch@wisconsin.gov

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. Qualified veterans with a 30% or greater service-connected disability should send their cover letter, resume, DD-214, and documentation of your service-connected disability rating (dated within 12-months) to the HR Specialist listed above . Current State employees are not eligible for non-competitive appointment.

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: July 31, 2025 at which time we will continue recruiting with a new Job Opening.

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