Jobs in Wisconsin | Careers in Government

30Jobs found

Corrections Lieutenant
- Barron, Wisconsin
- BARRON COUNTY
$76,252.80 - $90,667.20 Annually
- Full Time
- CORRECTIONS
- Public Safety
Mechanic/Heavy Equipment Service Technician
- Barron, Wisconsin
- BARRON COUNTY
$60,985.60 - $71,427.20 Annually
- Full Time
- Construction and Skilled Trades
- Transportation or Transit
Highway Summer Laborer
- Barron, Wisconsin
- BARRON COUNTY
$16.50 - $18.00 Hourly
- Full Time
- Construction and Skilled Trades
Civilian Correction Officer
- Barron, Wisconsin
- BARRON COUNTY
$56,451.20 - $67,121.60 Annually
- Full Time
- Public Safety
Maintenance Mechanic
- Barron, Wisconsin
- BARRON COUNTY
$62,545.60 - $72,987.20 Annually
- Full Time
- Building Maintenance
- Construction and Skilled Trades
Firearms Specialist
- Wausau, Wisconsin
- Fleet Farm
- Full Time
- Other
Firearms Specialist
- Antigo, Wisconsin
- Fleet Farm
- Full Time
- Other
Firearms Specialist
- Oconomowoc, Wisconsin
- Fleet Farm
- Full Time
- Other
Firearms Specialist
- Plymouth, Wisconsin
- Fleet Farm
- Full Time
- Other
Firearms Specialist
- Appleton, Wisconsin
- Fleet Farm
- Full Time
- Other
11B Infantryman - Management Training
- Green Bay, Wisconsin
- Army National Guard
- Part Time
- Military
Surface Warfare Officer
- Watertown, Wisconsin
- US Navy
- Full Time
- Military
VP, Public Affairs
- Glendale, Wisconsin
- Clarios
- Full Time
- Other
Bomb Technician (EOD)
- Racine, Wisconsin
- US Navy
- Full Time
- Military
SEAL Officer
- Janesville, Wisconsin
- US Navy
- Part Time
- Military
Aircrew Rescue Swimmer & Navy Diver
- Racine, Wisconsin
- US Navy
- Full Time
- Military
VP, Public Affairs
- Glendale, Wisconsin
- Clarios
- Full Time
- Other
Reserve Clinical Psychologist
- Adams County, Wisconsin
- United States Army
$
- 89
- Public Health
Reserve Psych (Nurse Practitioner)
- Madison, Wisconsin
- United States Army
$
- Full Time
- Public Health
Air Interdiction Agent - Elite Pilot Opportunities with U.S. Customs and Border Protection
- Hilbert, Wisconsin
- U.S. Customs and Border Protections
$
- Full Time
- Administration and Management
Pilot - CBP Air Interdiction Agent
- Park Falls, Wisconsin
- U.S. Customs and Border Protections
$
- Full Time
- Administration and Management
Reserve Social Worker
- Ashwaubenon, Wisconsin
- United States Army
$
- Full Time
- Human and Social Services
CBP Federal Law Enforcement Virtual Career Expo - June 10th
- Wrightstown, Wisconsin
- U.S. Customs and Border Protection
$
- Full Time
- Information Technology and Communication Services
Reserve Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeon
- Madison, Wisconsin
- United States Army
$
- Full Time
- Public Health
Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeon
- Milwaukee, Wisconsin
- United States Army
$
- Full Time
- Public Health
Reserve Emergency Medicine Physician
- Madison, Wisconsin
- United States Army
$
- 89
- Public Health
Active Emergency Medicine Physician
- Madison, Wisconsin
- United States Army
$
- 89
- Public Health
Air Interdiction Agent New Hire Sign-On Incentives
- Hudson, Wisconsin
- U.S. Customs and Border Protections
$
- Full Time
- Administration and Management
Reserve Psychiatrist
- Iola, Wisconsin
- United States Army
$
- 89
- Public Health
Active Clinical Psychologist
- Mauston, Wisconsin
- United States Army
$
- 89
- Public Health

FEATURED JOBS

Featured Employers

Corrections Lieutenant
- Barron, Wisconsin United States
- BARRON COUNTY
- May 23, 2026
- $76,252.80 - $90,667.20 Annually - Full Time
BARRON COUNTY

Want to make a difference in your community? Choose a career in Public Service! Visit www.barroncountywi.gov to apply! Barron County has many miles of hiking, walking, biking, ATV/UTV, horse back riding, cross-country skiing, snow shoeing and snowmobiling trails for your outdoor adventure in any season. Barron County has several County parks and campgrounds, golf-courses, lakes, beaches, and more! In addition, there is abundant retail, food, and entertainment options with access to the Minneapolis/St Paul MN area less than 2 hours away; Madison WI less than 4 hours away; and Duluth MN less than 90 minutes away.
Read more ›
Apply Now View job Employer Profile
Share this job:
Job Details
- $76,252.80 - $90,667.20 Annually
- Full Time
- May 23, 2026
Job Description
This position is responsible for assisting the Jail Captain with the daily operation, supervision, and administration of the County Jail. The Corrections Lieutenant provides leadership to corrections staff, assists with policy implementation, staff training, hiring processes, and operational planning, and helps ensure the safe, secure, and efficient operation of the facility.

Assists the Jail Captain with the daily supervision, administration, and operation of the County Jail.Provides direct leadership, guidance, and mentoring to sergeants and corrections officers.Assists in coordinating and overseeing shift operations to ensure safe and efficient jail functions.Monitors staff performance and provides coaching, direction, and corrective guidance as needed.Assists with implementation and enforcement of jail policies, procedures, rules, and regulations.Helps ensure compliance with applicable federal, state, and local laws, administrative code requirements, and jail standards.Assists with the development, review, and revision of jail policies, procedures, and operational practices.Serves as a resource to sergeants and line staff in resolving operational issues, inmate management concerns, and staff questions.Assists the Jail Captain in planning, coordinating, and implementing operational improvements and new initiatives.Provides leadership continuity in the absence of the Jail Captain and may assume delegated administrative responsibilities as assigned.Assists with hiring processes for corrections staff, including reviewing applications, participating in interviews, and conducting or assisting with background investigations.Assists with staff training, orientation, and professional development for newly hired corrections officers and recently promoted supervisors.Helps coordinate staffing coverage and may assist with operational scheduling needs during staff shortages, vacancies, or unusually busy periods.Assists with inmate discipline review, incident follow-up, investigations, and documentation as assigned.Reviews reports, logs, and other records for completeness, accuracy, and compliance with policy.Assists with communication and coordination between shifts to ensure consistent operations and supervisory support.May assist with coordinating court security, inmate transportation logistics, inmate movement, or other jail support functions when needed.May provide support to the Inmate Services Unit during periods of high activity, staff absence, or vacancy.Maintains effective communication with command staff, jail staff, outside agencies, courts, medical providers, and other county departments.Other duties as assigned.

High school diploma or equivalent.
Must have Wisconsin Jail Officer Certification.
Associate degree in criminal justice, law enforcement, corrections, public administration, or related field preferred.
Minimum of five years of work experience in a correctional setting.
No felony or domestic misdemeanor or any offense, which, if committed in Wisconsin, could be punished as felony or domestic misdemeanor unless the applicant has been granted an absolute and unconditional pardon.
Prior supervisory or lead worker experience in a jail or correctional environment preferred.
Must successfully pass pre-employment and post-offer testing, including a background investigation, drug screen, and psychological examination. Failure to pass these will result in the employment offer being revoked.

Knowledge of legal compliance regarding inmates’ rights.
Knowledge of the principles, practices and methods of modern penology and criminology.
Knowledge of the criminal justice system operations.
Knowledge of individual and group behavior in an institutional setting.
Knowledge of the laws applicable to detention facility operations.
Ability to ensure inmate discipline and to deal effectively with non-compliance.
Ability to develop contingency plans to deal with emergency situations and to act decisively in theevent of the same.
Ability and skill to manage, direct, and command people in such a manner as to obtain maximum cooperation with minimum use of coercion and minimum creations of hostility and rebellion.
Ability to plan and supervise the work of a large staff.
Knowledge of the County and Department’s operating requirements, policies, procedures, and practices; and local, state, and federal regulations related to department programs and operations.
Knowledge of principles and practices of budgeting, fiscal management, project management principles and techniques.
Ability to effectively utilize the principles of strategic and long and short-range planning.
Skill in analyzing complex administrative information and issues, defining problems and evaluating alternatives and recommending methods, procedures and techniques for resolution of issues.
Ability to research and analyze detailed information and make appropriate recommendations.
Ability to develop department goals and objectives.
Ability to plan, develop, implement, and evaluate projects and programs.
Ability to develop, interpret and implement regulations, policies, procedures, written instructions, general correspondence, and other department specific documents.
Ability to prepare, recommend and monitor an operating budget, including line item budgeting.
Knowledge of administrative policies and procedures of the County.
Ability to establish and maintain accurate records of assigned activities and operations.
Ability to interpret and implement local policies and procedures; written instructions, general correspondence; federal, state, and local regulations.
Skill in organizational and time management to prioritize duties to accomplish a high volume of work product while adapting to constant changes in priority.
Ability to perform detailed work accurately and independently in compliance with stringent time limits with minimal direction and supervision.
Ability to think quickly, maintain self-control, and adapt to stressful situations.
Knowledge of management and supervisory practices & principles, including the ability to make final employment recommendations, preparing performance evaluations, managing time off, and maintaining personnel records.
Ability to adapt and take control of situations, dictating subordinate activities in a responsible manner.
Ability to instruct and train in methods and procedures.
Ability to organize, assign, and modify the work assignment of others, and (re)-establish priorities to meet deadlines.
Knowledge of current office practices and procedures and knowledge of the operation of standard office equipment and software.
Knowledge of computer software including word processing, spreadsheet and database applications consistent for this position.
Ability to perform mathematical calculations required of this position.
Ability to communicate clearly, concisely and effectively in English in both written and verbal form.
Skill in researching and understanding complex written materials.
Ability to prepare and maintain accurate and concise records and reports.
Ability to apply sound judgment and discretion in performing duties, resolving problems and interpreting policies and regulations.
Ability to handle sensitive interpersonal situations calmly and tactfully.
Ability to maintain confidentiality and professionalism at all times.
Ability to maintain effective working relationships with individuals within and outside the organization.
Ability to maintain confidentiality and discretion regarding business-related files, reports and conversations, within the provision of Open Records laws and other applicable state and federal statutes and regulations.
Ability to work the allocated hours of the position and respond after hours as needed.

Barron County values the health and wellbeing of our employees and offers a very competitive benefit package prioritizing work-life balance and along with stable employment and supportive work environment!
* Wisconsin Retirement System (6.9% Employer match; 6.9% Employee pre-tax contribution - Higher rates for Protective/Law Enforcement)
* Paid leaves upon hire (104 hrs vacation; 11 paid holidays; 8 hrs of sick leave per mo)
* Health insurance with option to enroll in a Health Savings Account ($50/mo-single plan/ $100/mo-family plan). Effective 1st of the month following 30 days of employment.Non-Embedded in-network Deductible of $2,000/Single & $4,000/Family. Deductible must be met before insurance applies. Out-of-pocket max: $3,500S-$7,000F. Prescription drug savings program offering zero costs for eligible prescription drugs. Optionto sell up to 96 hrs Sick Leave and/or Vacation into HSA during open enrollment.
* Dental insurance
* Life insurance (County pays $5/mo towards Basic plan)
* If working night shift - receive an additional $0.75 per hour
* Flexible spending account
* Deferred Compensation Programs
* Employee Achievement Program
* Paid Parental leave
* Potential for telework opportunities (varies by department/position)
* Whole Life Insurance plan
* Eligibility for Student Loan Repayment program throughPublic Service Loan Forgiveness(PSLF)
* Recognition Program
* Annual Training Day & Lunch
* Annual Employee Milestone Recognition Lunch
* On-site Blood Drives (paid 1 hour to donate blood)
* 15% Verizon Wireless cell-phone discount
* On-site food truck vendors during summer months
* Ed-Vest College Savings plan
* Supportive work environment and culture
* Opportunities for growth and advancement
* Meaningful and impactful work for the betterment of our community

Closing Date/Time: 6/4/2026 11:00 PM Central
Apply Now View job
Share this job:
Please mention you found this employment opportunity on the CareersInGovernment.com job board.
BARRON COUNTY

Want to make a difference in your community?

Choose a career in Public Service!

Visit www.barroncountywi.gov to apply!

Barron County has many miles of hiking, walking, biking, ATV/UTV, horse back riding, cross-country skiing, snow shoeing and snowmobiling trails for your outdoor adventure in any season.

Barron County has several County parks and campgrounds, golf-courses, lakes, beaches, and more! In addition, there is abundant retail, food, and entertainment options with access to the Minneapolis/St Paul MN area less than 2 hours away; Madison WI less than 4 hours away; and Duluth MN less than 90 minutes away.
BARRON COUNTY
- Barron, Wisconsin, United States
- https://www.barroncountywi.gov/
See All Employer Jobs

Search Jobs In Wisconsin

30 Jobs in Wisconsin

Corrections Lieutenant

Mechanic/Heavy Equipment Service Technician

Highway Summer Laborer

Civilian Correction Officer

Maintenance Mechanic

Firearms Specialist

Firearms Specialist

Firearms Specialist

Firearms Specialist

Firearms Specialist

11B Infantryman - Management Training

Surface Warfare Officer

VP, Public Affairs

Bomb Technician (EOD)

SEAL Officer

Aircrew Rescue Swimmer & Navy Diver

VP, Public Affairs

Reserve Clinical Psychologist

Reserve Psych (Nurse Practitioner)

Air Interdiction Agent - Elite Pilot Opportunities with U.S. Customs and Border Protection

Pilot - CBP Air Interdiction Agent

Reserve Social Worker

CBP Federal Law Enforcement Virtual Career Expo - June 10th

Reserve Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeon

Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeon

Reserve Emergency Medicine Physician

Active Emergency Medicine Physician

Air Interdiction Agent New Hire Sign-On Incentives

Reserve Psychiatrist

Active Clinical Psychologist

Users also searched for:

FEATURED JOBS

Airport Chief Administrative and Strategy Officer

Information Technology Manager

Broward County, FL - Chief Financial Officer

Featured Employers

Madera Unified School District - Personnel Commission

City of Newport Beach

Santa Barbara County Education Office

Corrections Lieutenant

BARRON COUNTY

Job Details

Job Description

BARRON COUNTY

BARRON COUNTY