<p>Position Summary</p> <p>This position plays a critical role in the research, development and recommendations for policy and procedural changes informed by data and outcome measures as they relate to religious accommodation initiatives available to persons in our care, offenders and youth. This position holds key responsibility for cross-divisional (DAI, DJC, DCC and DMS) communication, program implementation and coordination of religious activities and initiatives that support the rehabilitation mission of the Department of Corrections, consistent with the Religious Land Use and Institutionalized Persons Act of 2000 (RLUIPA) and other federal and state statutes, regulations and evolving case law.</p> <p>This position will lead the complex analysis, evaluation of policy planning, development, staff training and coordination of Department policies and procedures related to religious issues. This position will provide guidance to facility leadership on rehabilitative opportunities through religious accommodations, legal obligations and best practices addressing issues as they arise, reporting to DOC management and executive staff concerning progress towards Department goals and objectives. This position also serves as a Department representative and the main point of contact with other federal, state, local and community faith-based agencies as related to religious accommodations.</p> <p>Salary Information</p> <p>This position is in pay schedule and range 07-03 with a starting pay of $34.81 to $45.67 per hour. Pay will be set in accordance with the Compensation Plan and Wisconsin Administrative Code in effect at the time of hire. A probationary period is required.</p> <p>In addition to meaningful and rewarding work, we offer a competitive benefits package featuring:</p> <ul> <li> <p>Substantial leave time including at least 3.5 weeks of vacation to start, 9 paid holidays, and ample accrued sick time that rolls over each year.</p> </li><li> <p>Insurance: Excellent and affordable health, dental, vision, and life insurance.</p> </li><li> <p>An exceptional pension plan including a lifetime retirement payment.</p> </li><li> <p>An optional tax-advantaged 457 retirement savings plan.</p> </li><li> <p>The Well Wisconsin Program helps participants set health and well-being goals, track progress, stay motivated, and earn incentives.</p> </li><li> <p>Our Employee Assistance Program offers employees and their immediate family a variety of tools, resources, and professional consultation services to support their health, goals, and overall well-being.</p> </li><li> <p>DOC is a qualifying employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness program.</p> </li><li> <p>Please click here for a summary of State of Wisconsin employment benefits or click here to explore employment benefits on the website.</p> </li><li> <p>To help you understand what your benefit package would be worth, please see the Total Rewards Calculator here.</p> </li></ul> <p>Job Details</p> <p>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.</p> <p>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.</p> <p>The Department of Corrections will conduct criminal background checks on applicants prior to selection. Upon hire, all new DOC employees are subject to fingerprinting.</p> <p>This position is eligible for telecommuting of up to 3 days per week.</p> <p>Shift: Monday- Friday 7:45am- 4:30pm</p> <p>Qualifications</p> <p>Minimally qualified applicants will have experience:</p> <ul> <li>Performing program evaluation to include data analysis, planning, and implementation for programs and/or systems </li><li>Collecting and analyzing data and information to develop policy alternatives and recommendations </li><li>Presenting data and findings to stakeholders </li></ul> <p>How To Apply</p> <p>To apply, click on "Apply for Job" to start the application process. Follow the steps outlined in the application process and submit your application.</p> <p>Your resume and letter of qualifications should detail your training and experience specifically related to the qualifications section listed in the job posting and are limited to a maximum of 2 pages each.</p> <p>The Department of Corrections has created extra guidance to assist you in developing your resume and letter of qualifications, if interested please click here.</p> <p>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.</p> <p>Current State of Wisconsin employees: If you arrived at this posting through the Wisc.Jobs site, you need to go to your Employee Self Services portal and apply through the "Careers" tile on the front page. Permanent classified employees who are eligible for consideration as a transfer or voluntary demotion must complete the application process in order to be considered.</p> <p>Questions can be directed to Jordan Hampton, HR Specialist- Senior, at email Jordan.Hampton@wisconsin.gov.</p> <p>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.</p> <p>The State of Wisconsin offers a special program for qualified veterans with a 30% or greater service-connected disability. If you are a qualified veteran, please visit the Veterans Employment page for application instructions to be considered for the Veterans Non-Competitive Appointment program. Current State employees are not eligible for non-competitive appointment.</p> <p>Deadline to Apply</p> <p>Online application and materials must be submitted by 11:59 pm on Wednesday March 11, 2026 in order to be considered.</p> <p>For general wisc.jobs user information and technical assistance, please see the wisc.jobs Commonly Asked Questions page. Some users report better performance when using the Chrome browser.</p>