Buildings and Grounds Supervisor

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 cutting-edge research and evidence-based approaches, employees implement lasting change with a positive impact for the people of Wisconsin.
The Department of Corrections is currently recruiting to fill a Buildings and Grounds Supervisor position.
This position is based out of Oshkosh Correctional Insitution in Oshkosh , WI.
DOC is a great place to work! In addition to meaningful and rewarding work, we offer a competitive benefits package featuring: Substantial leave time including (for full time employees) a minimum of 3.
5 weeks of vacation/year, 4.
5 days of personal holiday, 9 paid legal holidays, and up to 16.
25 days of accrued sick time that can roll over from year to year.
Excellent and affordable health, vision, and dental benefits .
An exceptional pension plan with employer match and lifetime retirement payment , plus access to an optional tax-advantaged 457 retirement savings plan.
DOC is a qualifying employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness program.
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Position Summary This position will supervise the Institution’s Building and Grounds Maintenance program, providing direct supervision to specified maintenance staff and providing direction to all maintenance staff in the general maintenance and repair of buildings, equipment and institution grounds.
This position will participate in maintenance project planning, evaluation and management; direct the preventative maintenance, pest control and grounds programs; determine monthly and emergency supply and equipment needs for maintenance department; assist with monitoring budget expenditures; conduct health and safety checks/inspections.
Assigned responsibilities include the assistance of inmate workers and security staff to effectively carry out program functions.
Salary Information This position is in pay schedule/range 81-04 with an annual salary of $42,099 - $77,584 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.
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 Minimally qualified applicants will have experience: Supervisory/lead worker experience (e.
g.
training, assigning duties, reviewing work, staffing process, interviewing candidates, hiring recommendations) Maintaining or repairing systems commonly used in building/institution complexes.
(i.
e.
heating, cooling & refrigeration systems, electric and mechanical equipment, food service equipment, grounds equipment, security systems, building structure components, plumbing, electrical, computerized and mechanical systems, and vehicles.
) Planning and directing the maintenance and repair of service systems.
(i.
e.
telephone, radio, computer local network, electric, security fences, cameras, natural gas, water distribution systems and storm, and sanitary sewer system.
) In addition to the above, well qualified applicants will have experience: Establishing and maintaining safety training programs and safety policy implementations including fire codes, ADA accessibility, building codes, material handling safety, lockout/tag out procedures, confined space entry.
Experience planning and purchasing materials for maintenance projects 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.
Your resume and letter of qualifications should detail your training and experience related to the qualifications listed in the job posting and are limited to a maximum of 2 pages each.
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Submitted materials will be evaluated by a panel of job experts 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 Jordan Hampton at jordan.
hampton@wisconsin.
gov The State of Wisconsin is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer seeking a talented and diverse workforce.
Deadline to Apply Applications must be submitted by 11:59 pm on Sunday March 31st, 2024.
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