Department of Corrections to hosting career fairs for open security systems

WISCONSIN (CBS 58) -- The Wisconsin Department of Corrections will be hosting local career fairs throughout the state of Wisconsin between August 13th and 30th as part of the Department's ongoing efforts to recruit workers for public safety positions.

During these career fairs, interested individuals will have the opportunity to meet with Department human resources staff for resume assistance, application completion, and immediate interviews.

The Department of Corrections is hiring correctional officers and sergeants for facilities in all parts of Wisconsin. Applicants who are hired will receive seven weeks of paid training before starting at a correctional facility and on-the-job training with an experienced officer or sergeant at the facility where they will be working. All permanent employees are eligible for paid time off, sick leave, health insurance, and retirement benefits.

For a full list of times and locations, see below.