Deadline: Applications will be accepted until the needs of the Home are met.

Contact: Billi Williams, Human Resources Specialist – Senior, 715-256-3558 or billi.williams@wisconsin.gov

Wisconsin Department of Veterans Affairs

"Making a difference in the lives of Wisconsin veterans"

The Wisconsin Veterans Home in King (WDVA) is currently recruiting for multiple Food Service Assistant 2 positions. The Home is a 24/7/365 long-term-care facility that specializes in providing comfort, support, and professional medical services to elderly or disabled veterans and their spouses. Our facility is located on the picturesque shoreline of the Chain O'Lakes, off Highway 10 between Stevens Point and Appleton.

Sign-On Bonus of $2000 for eligible new hires who agree to remain in the position for one year. See details below in Salary Information.

WDVA employees have access to an excellent comprehensive benefit and compensation package that includes:

• Substantial leave time including 9 paid holidays and ample accrued sick time that rolls over each year
• Excellent and affordable health, vision and dental benefits
• An exceptional pension plan with employer match and lifetime retirement payment, plus an optional tax advantaged 457 retirement savings plan

For more information on State employee benefits click here

WDVA employees may also be eligible for Public Service Loan Forgiveness. To learn more about the complete compensation package, please visit the Total Rewards Calculator!

This agency is committed to serving Wisconsin's veteran population. Our rewarding positions offer the satisfaction of serving those who have served us all.

The state of Wisconsin is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer seeking a diverse and talented workforce.

A $2,000 sign-on bonus applies to those with no prior state service in the last five years, who stay with the facility in the position until completing probation. The bonus will be split, $1000 upon hire and $1000 after completing probation.

A 12-month probationary period is required. The pay schedule and range is 03-09.

For current or eligible former State employees, pay on appointment will be set in accordance with the Wisconsin Compensation Plan.

This position is not represented by a bargaining unit.

We have the following types of Food Service Assistant 2 positions (Applicant preferences will be collected at time of interview.):

• Full-time (40 hours per week) positions; 10-hour shifts (Core Shifts: 6:00am to 4:30pm, 8:15am to 6:45pm). Incumbent must work varying hours and/or overtime shifts as required. Ability to volunteer for additional shifts.
• Part-time, 60% (24 hours per week) positions; 8-hour shifts (primary shift 8:00am to 4:30pm and other shifts as needed (e.g., 6:00am-2:30pm)). Incumbent can only be mandated up to one 10-hour shift per pay period. Ability to volunteer for additional shifts.

Job duties require the ability to perform work that is medium to heavy in nature. This position frequently lifts up to 50 pounds, push/pulls up to 80 pounds, hand grips up to 30 pounds, pinches up to 15 pounds, sits, stands, walks, bends, reaches, climbs, and uses hand coordination. (These physical requirements cover the major and essential job function demands of the position but are not necessarily representative of all duties to which this position may be assigned to perform.)

Employment in this position is contingent upon passing a pre-employment tuberculosis (TB) skin test.

Employees at this healthcare facility are required to report their COVID-19 vaccination status, whether vaccinated or not, and provide supporting documentation if vaccinated. Newly hired employees will be required to submit this information by their third day of employment.

Due to the nature of the positions, WDVA will conduct background checks on applicants prior to an offer of employment.

A 12-month probationary period is required.

Minimally qualified applicants will have experience in:

• Production assembly (e.g., set up a line, inspect for accuracy, properly store items, follow procedures, sort, assemble, operate equipment and machinery); and
• Interpreting and following posted information (i.e., use appropriate procedures; interpret, comprehend, and act upon written information)

Well-qualified applicants will also have experience in:

• Food service (e.g., portion and serve food, handle food safely, maintain sanitary work areas and equipment, perform food service tasks, knowledge of basic equipment/appliances); and/or
• Communicating with co-workers and supervisors in a team environment (e.g., assist and train new staff, reporting to supervisor, establish positive relationships, and assist and communicate with co-workers); and/or
• Using safety controls (e.g., following safety rules (proper lifting, careful use of equipment, cautious handling of potentially hazardous substances, etc.), using safe lifting and moving techniques); and/or
• Working in a long-term care facility or providing services to elderly or disabled persons (e.g., long term care, geriatrics, etc.)

Regularly, applicant resumes will be evaluated by one or more subject matter experts and qualified applicants will be invited to participate in the next step of the selection process. Failure to complete all steps of the process will result in an incomplete application, which will not be considered.

NOTE: Applicants are not able to update or change their documents once their application is submitted. Make certain that your documents are how you want them to be before you finalize the application.

If you are selected for an interview, you will be contacted via e-mail or by phone. Make certain your contact information is correct and check your messages regularly.

Current or former permanent, classified State employees, who are eligible for transfer, voluntary demotion, or reinstatement into a position assigned to the schedule-range 03-09, should complete the online application process.

Veterans with a 30%-or-greater service-related disability are eligible for consideration for non-competitive appointment to a permanent position in classified civil service under s. 230.275, WI Stats. If you meet the eligibility criteria, please send a letter of qualifications, resume, DD214 clearly showing an honorable discharge, and documentation of your service-connected disability rating dated within 12 months, to the Human Resources contact listed in this announcement. Current State employees are not eligible for this consideration.

Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States (i.e., a citizen or national of the U.S., a lawful permanent resident, or an alien authorized to work in the U.S. without WDVA sponsorship) at the time of application.

Questions can be directed to Billi Williams at billi.williams@wisconsin.gov or 715-256-3558.

Applications will be accepted until the needs of the Home are met.