Correctional Corporal Wyoming Womens Center 2025-03169
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Correctional Corporal Wyoming Womens Center 2025-03169
Salary
$26.15 Hourly
Location
Lusk, WY
Job Type
Permanent Full-time
Job Number
2025-03169
Department
Department of Corrections
Division
Wyoming Womens Center
Opening Date
12/30/2025
Closing Date
1/19/2026 11:59 PM Mountain
FLSA
Non-Exempt
Job Classification
COPR06
Description
Benefits
Questions
Description and Functions
GENERAL DESCRIPTION:
The WyomingDepartment of Corrections is seeking a Correctional Corporal at the Wyoming Women's Centerin Lusk, Wyoming. The Wyoming Women's Center (WWC) was established in 1981. It serves as a primary education and treatment center for female inmates. WWC provides programming, vocational, recreational, and educational programs to allow the WDOC to reduce recidivism through cognitive and behavioral intervention. This position is essential for maintaining the institution's safety and security and is considered a Law Enforcement position, receiving the 20-year retirement and state benefits package.
This is a senior correctional officer level, and the position performs various tasks to maintain the security and safety of a correctional facility, employees, inmates, visitors, and the community. This position is also r esponsible for ensuring a safe and enjoyable workplace, including participation in initiatives designed to promote a positive work environment.
Why Choose a Career with the Wyoming Department of Corrections?
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
For additional information regarding the benefits package, please clickhere (https://ai.wyo.gov/for-job-seekers/benefit-information)
Human Resource Contact:Raquel.Christensen3@wyo.govor 307-777-3683
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: The listed functions are illustrative only and are not intended to describe every function that may be performed in the job level.
Reports all security violations to the Sergeant and submits recommendations for resolution.
Maintains security by supervising the conduct, work, leisure time, and discipline of inmates.
Keeps accurate records and documentation of activities.
Assigned to key assignments such as property, key control, and issue, as well as the main control centers.
Observes and reacts to aggressive inmate behavior.
Transports inmates to work release jobs, doctor appointments, and other places as deemed necessary.
Supervises and directs the work crew of prisoners engaged in cleaning or maintenance of buildings and grounds.
Investigates security related incidents in the area of jurisdiction.
Operates and controls a large electronic security system at a correctional facility.
Qualifications
PREFERENCES/ **AGENCY REQUIREMENTS:
Preference may be given to those with two or more years of work experience as a Correctional Officer, plus Advanced Wyoming POST Certification. 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 or a DUI within the last two years.
KNOWLEDGE:
Knowledge of prisoner behavior and prisoner social systems.
Knowledge of leadership and work management skills.
Knowledge of giving or receiving direction in a professional manner.
Knowledge of the electronic security systems, radio, and paging systems.
Knowledge of Department of Corrections policies and procedures.
Knowledge of correctional management principles.
Knowledge of prisoner behavior and prisoner social systems.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Education:
Associate's Degree (typically in Criminal Justice)
Experience:
0-2 years of progressive work experience in Correctional Security with acquired knowledge at the level of a Correctional Officer
Certificates, Licenses, Registrations:
Correctional Officer Certification awarded by the Wyoming Peace Officers Standards & Training (POST) Commission. Applicants not holding Wyoming POST certification must be awarded certification within 6 months of employment.
OR
Education & Experience Substitution:
2-4 years of progressive work experience in Correctional Security with acquired knowledge at the level of a Correctional Officer
Certificates, Licenses, Registrations:
Correctional Officer Certification awarded by the Wyoming Peace Officers Standards & Training (POST) Commission. Applicants not holding Wyoming POST certification must be awarded certification within 6 months of employment.
Necessary Special Requirements
PHYSICAL WORKING CONDITIONS:
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 appointment.
Candidates must have the ability to work overtime as required, and the ability to work on any shift, holidays, and weekends.
NOTES:
FLSA: Non-Exempt
This position requires you to be POST certified. Candidates who are not POST-certified in Wyoming must satisfactorily complete all pre-offer and post-offer assessments required for POST-certified positions and must be POST-certified in Wyoming within six months of hire.
The Wyoming Department of Corrections is a Drug-Free Workplace. Per WDOC policy, all staff is subject to drug testing while employed by WDOC. Successful applicants for employment must pass a background/reference check, medical evaluation, and drug screen prior to or upon appointment.
WDOC is a Tobacco-Free workplace and prohibits the taking, carrying, possessing, or introducing of smoking materials, smokeless tobacco, or tobacco substitutes on or into WDOC facilities and grounds.
WDOC has a strict dress code policy to include standards for facial hair, body art, and piercings/gauges. All applicants must meet the standards of this dress code to be considered for employment.
WDOC is in compliance with the Federal Prison Rape Elimination Act (PREA) of 2003. It is the policy and practice of WDOC to protect inmates/offenders from personal abuse, corporal punishment, personal injury, disease, property damage, harassment, and the elimination of prison rape.
WDOC offers a competitive benefits package, including medical, dental, life insurance, paid vacations and sick leave, paid holidays, a tuition reimbursement program, Wyoming State Retirement, and a 457 deferred compensation program, and longevity pay opportunities for advancement. Please visit our website at http://doc.state.wy.us/
Supplemental Information
Click here (https://ai.wyo.gov/divisions/human-resources/consultative-services/compensation/pay-tables-salary-averages) to view the State of Wyoming Classification and Pay Structure.
URL: http://agency.governmentjobs.com/wyoming/default.cfm
The State of Wyoming is an Equal Opportunity Employer and actively supports the ADA and reasonably accommodates qualified applicants with disabilities.
Class Specifications are subject to change, please refer to the A & I HRD Website to ensure that you have the most recent version.
Working for the State of Wyoming means more than a job - it's a stable, rewarding career that lets you make a difference while enjoying a great quality of life.
Employees enjoy:
Comprehensive health coverage- medical, dental, and vision plans for you and your family
Voluntary Benefits- including life insurance for you and family members, 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, helping you plan for long-term financial security
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
WORKING FOR THE GREATEST STATE IN THE NATION - Wyoming offers a lifestyle you can't find anywhere else - wide-open spaces, clean air, friendly communities, year-round recreation, andno state income tax.
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