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Human Resources Supervisor

State of Wisconsin, Madison, WI, United States


Join an organization that strives to exceed customer expectations by delivering efficient, high-quality state government services. The Department of Administration (DOA) provides direct services to state agency customers and designs and leads initiatives to make government more innovative and cost-effective. Working at DOA offers you the opportunity to make an impact on the quality of life in Wisconsin. Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging are core values at DOA that guide how we build our teams, develop our leaders, and create a culture that empowers everyone to be their authentic selves.

Position Summary
The

Human Resources Supervisor

functions as the supervisor of a team focused on centralized recruitment and selection for positions at the Department of Corrections (DOC). The Centralized Recruitment and Selection Team currently works with the recruitment and selection of candidates for Correctional Officer positions. This position also develops and oversees a coordinated recruitment and staffing program that promotes the Department as an employer and maximizes the efficient use of staff and resources. The supervisor manages two HR Specialists and two HR Assistants and provides guidance to other Institutional HR staff on recruitment and selection. Responsibilities include providing independent human resources consultation, interpretation, technical assistance, training, and customer service to DOC managers, supervisors, employees, and the public.

Salary Information
The starting pay is between $40.00 and $45.67 per hour, plus excellent benefits. Pay upon appointment may vary and will be in accordance with language in the Compensation Plan, Statutes, and Administrative Code at the time of hire. The pay schedule/range is 81‑03. A 12‑month probationary period is required.

Benefits

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.

Insurance: Excellent and affordable health, dental, vision, and life insurance.

An exceptional pension plan including a lifetime retirement payment.

An optional tax‑advantaged 457 retirement savings plan.

The Well Wisconsin Program helps participants set health and well‑being goals, track progress, stay motivated, and earn incentives.

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.

DOA is a qualifying employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness program.

Job Details
Applicants must be legally entitled to work in the United States (i.e., a citizen or national of the U.S., a lawful permanent resident, an alien authorized to work in the U.S. without sponsorship) at the time of application. Region 2 will conduct criminal background checks on applicants prior to selection to determine whether the circumstances of any conviction may be related to the job being filled.

Note
This position is eligible to work remotely up to 3 days per week.

Qualifications
Minimally qualified applicants will have experience:

Performing full‑cycle staffing and compensation related activities (developing assessments, creating job postings, reviewing pay and making recommendations/determinations, etc.) in a professional human resources role.

Providing consultation to organizational leadership and/or supervisors on staffing related policies and procedures.

Performing lead worker related duties (reviewing work, providing training/mentoring, etc.).

In addition to the above, well‑qualified applicants will have experience:

Formal supervisory experience (hiring, conducting performance evaluations, etc.).

Analyzing recruitment and or selection data to identify opportunities for operational efficiency and implement solutions.

Working in public sector human resources.

Utilizing an enterprise resource planning platform such as PeopleSoft or similar.

How To Apply
Applicants should attach a letter of qualification and resume detailing their training and experience relating to the qualifications mentioned above. It is not necessary to include references at this time. Your letter of qualification and resume should be limited to a maximum of two pages each. The submission will be evaluated by one or more job experts. The most eligible candidates will be invited to participate in the next step of the selection process.

Deadline to Apply
Online application and materials must be submitted by 11:59 pm on Thursday, April 23rd, 2026 in order to be considered.

Questions
Questions can be directed to Athena Foster, Human Resources Specialist – Senior at Athena.Foster@wisconsin.gov.

The State of Wisconsin is an Equal Opportunity and Fair Employment Act 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 their service‑connected disability rating (dated within 12‑months) to the HR Specialist: Phia.Vang@wisconsin.gov. Current State employees are not eligible for non‑competitive appointment.

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