Assistant Superintendent - CRC

Milwaukee County oversees operations from our Airport, Behavioral Health, Child Support, Combined Court Operations, Sheriff's Department, Community Reintegration Center, Human Services, Parks, Public Safety, Public Works, Fleet Operations, Transportation, and at the Zoo. Our departments are also dedicated to our Seniors and those with Disabilities in Aging and Disability Services, and Veterans in Veterans Services. Our employees also remain committed to serving the cultural, human, recreational, and social needs of the entire community.

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Closing Date: February 11, 2026 @ 11:00pm CST, or upon the receipt of 50 application submissions.

Assistant Superintendent

Community Reintegration Center (CRC)

Full-time, Salary

Salary Range: $93,496.00 - $140,233.60/yr

This position has a 24/7 on-call requirement

Position Summary: Under the direction of the Superintendent, the Assistant Superintendent at the Community Reintegration Center (CRC) will oversee and administer all divisional housing, security, programming, industries, as well as the related operational procedures, processes, and personnel. This position will ensure all facilities and processes are managed as required by state and federal law, administrative codes, precepts promulgated by recognized correctional standards, and relevant case law. The Assistant Superintendent makes recommendations to the Superintendent regarding enhancing, eliminating and/or adopting Standard Operating Procedures.

Work Schedule: This position will typically work Monday-Friday but evenings, weekends, and/or holidays may be required as needed. In addition, this position has a 24/7 on-call requirement.

Job Responsibilities

• Meetings, Committees & Conferences - Attend meetings and/or hold positions on committees consisting of community advocates, educators, law enforcement agencies, re-entry groups, and religious organizations all of which have vested interest in outcomes pertaining to resident housing, programming, and re-entry.
• Confer with Facility Staff and Report to Superintendent - Meet with institutional, divisional, medical, treatment, security, maintenance and other staff concerning program and treatment development and delivery, potential security problem issues and other operational issues. Prepare and maintain operational reports for the Superintendent.
• Resident Programs - Research and develop strategies to implement evidence-based programming which includes employment, substance abuse, education, cognitive, and vocational training. Implement techniques for evaluating programs, services, and daily activities.
• Specialty Unit Development - Plan and forecast the needs and activities of specialty units within the facility to include the K-9-unit, emergency response teams, special management teams, honor guard, firearms, armory, and records/inmate classification.
• Institutional Resident Work Assignments - Create opportunities for labor within the CRC to assist with laundry, tailor shop, kitchen, graphics and maintenance functions in various capacities. Establish and manage reward systems and recognize trends in resident productivity.
• Staff Development/Human Resources - Use leadership and teambuilding skills in motivating staff to work toward common goals and objectives. Implement strategies to increase employee retention. Make disciplinary recommendations and work closely with Human Resources on disciplinary issues. Oversee direct report personnel.
• Training & Standards - Identify, develop, and implement training for officers, supervisors, and support staff to maintain State minimum requirements Recognize training needs for enrichment and/or remedial training. Coordinate emergency preparedness training plans.
• Research & Development - Seek out opportunities and resources to benefit the organization to include training opportunities, educational resources for both staff and inmates, expansion of industries, and re-entry resources.
• Budget Management - Assist in the review of fiscal data and directing the organization and controlled use of resources to meet fiscal goals and objectives. Provide recommendations during preparation of the annual budget.
• Policy & Procedures - Review current policies and procedures whenever discrepancies and/or issues are identified to determine whether to recommend revision, enhancement and/or the adoption of new SOP. Provide technical guidance to ensure compliance with laws, rules, regulations and standards.
• Other duties as assigned.

Minimum Education and Experience Requirements

• Valid driver's license required and must be maintained throughout employment
• Bachelor's degree or higher in Criminal Justice, Social Work, Human Services or in a closely related field required
• Five (5) years or more of work experience in Corrections, Re-entry, and/or Correctional Programming required
• Five (5) years or more of work experience in a Supervisory, Management or Director role required
• Ability to lift/carry up to 50 lbs. and push/pull up to 100 lbs. as needed
• Able and willing to comply with an on-call (24/7) requirement

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous work experience managing the daily operations of a correctional facility
• Previous work experience in staff development
• Previous work experience in public speaking
• Previous participation in professional associations and/or civic/community-based organizations
• LESB (Law Enforcement Standards Board) certification
• CPR (Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation) certification
• SCBA (Self-Contained Breathing Apparatus) certification

NOTE: This position is unclassified and not subject to Civil Service Rules and Regulations. This original application is open to qualified candidates authorized to work in the United States. Appointee must establish Wisconsin State residency within six (6) months of appointment and maintain such residency during incumbency. During the application process please upload your updated resume and cover letter outlining experience.

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Milwaukee County is committed to fostering an equitable working environment, free from discrimination and harassment, on the basis of any characteristic protected by law. We prohibit any form of discrimination, harassment based on race, color, religion, sex, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, pregnancy, pregnancy related condition, national origin, age, disability, FMLA status, sexual orientation, military status, marital status, or any other category or status that is now or in the future protected by federal, state, and local law. We maintain a drug-free workplace and perform pre-employment substance abuse testing, background checks and pre-employment physicals subject to job requirements. If special accommodations are needed, please contact 414-278-3936.