<p>Position Summary</p> <p>As a Seamstress /Tailor, you will perform a variety of sewing duties including sewing, darning, mending, fitting, altering, manufacturing and designing of garments, linens, draperies and other articles, as well as marking clothing and linens.</p> <p>Salary Information</p> <p>The starting pay is $17.12 per hour, plus excellent benefits. A 12-month probationary period is required.</p> <p>Pay for current or former state employees will be set based on the rules that apply to compensation for the applicable transaction. This position is classified as a Seamer 2 and is in pay schedule and range 03/09.</p> <p>Job Details</p> <p>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.</p> <p>All appointees will be required to receive a TB test, which will be administered by SWC, or medical personnel approved by the facility prior to their start date.</p> <p>DHS does not sponsor work visas for this position, thus, in compliance with federal law, selected candidates will be required to verify eligibility to work in the United States by completing the required I-9 form upon hire.</p> <p>This position has physical requirements which may include but are not limited to lifting up to 50 lbs., pushing/pulling up to 150 lbs./200 lbs. on wheels, and sitting or standing for extended periods of time. Applicants may be required to pass a physical evaluation to assess these requirements.</p> <p>Qualifications</p> <p>Minimally qualified applicants will have all of the following:</p> <ul> <li>Experience with sewing and mending items such as clothing and draperies. </li><li>Experience with measuring, cutting fabric and making patterns. </li></ul> <p>Well-qualified applicants will also have one or more of the following:</p> <ul> <li>Experience designing/manufacturing simple garments or doing simple alterations to garments and linens. </li></ul> <p>For a guide on developing your resume and what should be included, click here.</p> <p>How To Apply</p> <p>Applying is easy! Click "Apply for Job" to start your application process. Sign into your account or create an account before applying for the job. Follow the steps outlined in the application process to submit your application.</p> <p>Helpful Information:</p> <ul> <li>Once your application is submitted, no changes are allowed. Click "Save" to allow changes to your application as needed before submitting by the deadline. </li><li>You may want to save a copy of the job posting for referencing after the deadline. </li><li>Submitted materials will be evaluated by a panel of job experts according to the qualifications above. </li><li>Please monitor your email for communications related to this position. </li><li>Current or former permanent, classified, state employees must complete the online application process to be considered. </li><li>If viewing through an external site, please apply directly at Wisc.Jobs. </li><li>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 Jennie Hocker in Human Resources at Jennifer.hocker@dhs.wisconsin.gov. </li></ul> <p>DHS is an equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer.</p> <p>Veterans are encouraged to apply. For complete information on Veterans' hiring program with WI Department of Veteran's Affairs, click here.</p> <p>Deadline to Apply</p> <p>The deadline to apply is March 23rd at 11:59pm. 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.</p>