Pharmacy Technician - Objective
- State of Wisconsin
- Waupun, WI 53963, USA
- $20.52 hourly
Job Description
Introduction
The Department of Corrections is focused on public safety through the custody and supervision of those in our care. Corrections employees have the opportunity to positively impact the lives of others through careers in a variety of fields. Using evidence-based approaches, employees implement lasting change with a positive impact for the people of Wisconsin.
The Department of Corrections is recruiting to fill a Pharmacy Technician - Objective position. This position is based out of the BHS Central Pharmacy (Waupun, Dodge County).
Position Summary
The Pharmacy Technician-Objective performs highly responsible work assisting higher level professional pharmacy staff. The pharmacy technician assists the pharmacist in the selection, preparation, record keeping, inventory and distribution of orderables. The pharmacy technician is responsible for orientation and training of new pharmacy technicians. Work is performed under general supervision and within established policy and program guidelines, and the technician is expected to demonstrate considerable competence in handling medications and products.
Candidates will benefit from:
- Knowledge of medical terminology used in the pharmacy area.
- Knowledge procedures, policies, regulations, rules and equipment used in pharmacy service.
- Knowledge of medications available and their general usage.
- Ability to understand and follow written and oral instructions.
- Knowledge of personal computers and computer programs.
- Basic math skills
Salary Information
Pharmacy Technician - Objective is in pay schedule and range 06-11 and offers a starting pay rate of $20.52/hour.
Pay rates on appointment for current state employees may vary according to the applicable pay transaction provisions of the Compensation Plan and Wisconsin Administrative Code. A twelve-month probationary period is required.
- 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.
- DOC is a qualifying employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness program.
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Job Details
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 DOC sponsorship) at the time of application.
The Department of Corrections may conduct pre-employment drug screens. Any applicant who is offered employment in a position which requires a pre-employment drug screen must pass the screen as a contingency of employment.
The Department of Corrections will conduct criminal background checks on applicants prior to selection. Upon hire, all new DOC employees are subject to fingerprinting.
Shift: 8:30am-5:00pm Monday-Friday and a rotating Saturday shift of 7:00am – 11:00am.
This position is not eligible for remote work.
Qualifications
SPECIAL REQUIREMENT:
Applicants must possess a current Wisconsin credential as a Pharmacy Technician and maintain licensure during employment.
How To Apply
The initial screening prior to interview is based on a review of your license(s)/credential(s). You will affirm your possession of the required credential and enter your credential number into a text box.
To apply: Click on “Apply for Job” to start the application process. Follow the steps outlined in the application process to submit your application.
Submitted information will be evaluated and qualified applicants will be invited to participate in the next step of the selection process.
You will be asked about your credential in the application process, and there will be a field for you to enter your credential number. Please enter it as it appears on the DSPS website as this is how we will verify your license. This will be the number that ends in “-41”. If your credential is listed under a former name, please include your former name in the same text box after you enter your license number.
Permanent classified employees who are eligible for consideration as a transfer or voluntary demotion must complete this application process in order to be considered.
Current State of Wisconsin (non-UW) employees: If you arrived at this posting through the Wisc.Jobs site, you will need to go to your Employee Self Services portal and apply through the “Careers” tile on the front page.
Questions can be directed to Jordan Hampton, HR Specialist- Senior, at Jordan.Hampton@wisconsin.gov.
The State of Wisconsin offers a special program for qualified veterans with a 30% or greater service-connected disability. If you are a qualified veteran, please visit the Veterans Employment page for application instructions to be considered for the Veterans Non-Competitive Appointment program. Current State employees are not eligible for non-competitive appointment.
Deadline to Apply
Online application and materials must be submitted by 11:59 pm on Tuesday May 19, 2026.
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