Correctional Officer Wyoming Medium Correctional Facility

Job Summary

Join the Wyoming Department of Corrections to pursue an exciting field in law enforcement. We seek motivated individuals to be Correctional Officers in the Wyoming Medium Correctional Institution. This facility serves as a primary education and treatment center for inmates identified as requiring high levels of protective custody, as well as those who need medical, mental health, dental, substance abuse, life skills, cognitive and behavioral, and/or sex offender treatment services.

The Wyoming Department of Corrections operates this medium-security facility. The WDOC is committed to public safety, high correctional standards, and a safe, supportive working environment for our employees.

This position is essential for maintaining the institution's safety and security and is considered a Law Enforcement position. It includes a 20‑year retirement package. Successful candidates are awarded Correctional Officer Certification by the Wyoming Peace Officers Standards & Training (POST) Commission within one year of initial appointment and receive excellent training.

• Enforcement of rules and regulations.
• Responding to post orders of varied assigned posts.
• Supervising inmates in the performance of various jobs; modeling appropriate, pro-social behavior.
• Assisting in a variety of searches, including checking for contraband items.
• Observing daily inmate living, programming, work areas, and the perimeter fence line, reporting security violations.
• Conducting daily scheduled counts of inmates.
• Assuming duties of housing control centers, central control centers, and inmate living areas, monitoring inmate movements.
• Becoming familiar with inmate names and characteristics for easier identification of inmate movements and infractions.
• Assisting in restraining unruly inmates, utilizing the minimum amount of force required.
• Assisting in transporting inmates within and off institution boundaries, including inter- and intra-state predetermined destinations.
• Assisting in processing newly incarcerated inmates or the appropriate out-processing of released inmates.
• Attending required training to perform duties at an acceptable level.
• Commitment to public safety and high correctional standards, as well as a safe, supportive working environment for our employees.

• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Must be a U.S. Citizen.
• Must have a valid driver’s license.
• Must not have a felony or domestic violence conviction.
• Must have High School diploma or GED.

• Knowledge of security measures, techniques, and precautions necessary to maintain a safe and secure institution.

High School Diploma or GED.

0–1 year of progressive work experience in a correctional setting.

• Candidates must successfully pass a background/reference check, medical and psychological evaluation, physical fitness exam, urinalysis drug screen, and other pre‑employment testing prior to the appointment.
• Candidates must have the ability to work overtime as required and the ability to work on any shift, holidays, and weekends.

• Culture of public service and a commitment to work/life balance
• Eligibility for Public Service Student Loan Forgiveness
• Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• State Retirement plan for Law Enforcement and additional savings opportunities
• Paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays
• Comprehensive health coverage – medical, dental, and vision plans for you and your family
• Voluntary benefits – including life insurance, ambulance, pet insurance, short/long‑term disability, flex spending and health savings accounts
• Multiple retirement options – including the Wyoming Retirement System and a 457B account
• Generous paid leave and flexible schedules – vacation, sick leave, paid FMLA and 11 paid holidays each year
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness eligibility – for those with qualifying student loans
• Training and professional development – to support your career growth and advancement
• Employee Assistance Program – includes paid short‑term counseling, legal, financial and work‑life benefits and select employee discounts
• Wellness Program – earn paid time off and incentives by focusing on your personal health

Deborah.

Hale or 307‑777‑6136

The State of Wyoming is an Equal Opportunity Employer and actively supports the ADA and reasonably accommodates qualified applicants with disabilities.