Youth Services Security Officer 2026-01774
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Youth Services Security Officer 2026-01774
Salary
$21.36 - $23.74 Hourly
Location
Sheridan, WY
Job Type
Permanent Full-time
Job Number
2026-01774
Department
Department Of Family Services
Division
Wyoming Girls School
Opening Date
07/10/2026
Closing Date
Continuous
FLSA
Non-Exempt
Job Classification
SOYS04
Description
Benefits
Questions
Description and Functions
Open Until Filled
GENERAL DESCRIPTION:
The Department of Family Services is seeking a dedicated Youth Services Security Officer to provide safety, security, and risk management services at the Wyoming Girls' School, a residential institution serving adjudicated delinquent female youth.
In this highly rewarding role, Youth Services Security Officers work proactively to identify and mitigate risks while maintaining a secure, structured, and positive environment for both youth and staff. By fostering safety and stability, this position helps create an atmosphere where youth can focus on personal growth, skill development, and positive behavioral change.
Successful candidates will play an important role in supporting rehabilitation efforts and empowering young women to become productive and successful members of their communities. This position offers the opportunity to make a lasting difference while working as part of a dedicated team committed to youth development and public safety.
Working for the State of Wyoming offers more than a paycheck. Our total compensation package includes:
Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance
Paid vacation, sick leave, FMLA, and holidays
Retirement - Pension and 457B plans that help you build a secure future
Flexible schedules and work-life balance options
Meaningful work that makes a difference for Wyoming communities and MUCH MORE!
Click here for detailed information (https://ai.wyo.gov/for-job-seekers/benefit-information) , or you can watch this short video to learn about our benefit package! (https://youtu.be/DxeKSDMAjcw?si=90XLWN-kJ1Y0EGfL)
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Human Resource Contact:kristin.martinez@wyo.gov
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: The listed functions are illustrative only and are not intended to describe every function that may be performed at the job level.
Maintain a safe and secure residential environment by staying alert and aware of all campus activity.
Manage crisis situations using verbal de-escalation and approved techniques that follow facility policy and crisis management certification.
Perform ongoing safety assessments of the campus to ensure all environmental risks are addressed, and the needs of the youth are safely met.
Communicate professionally with staff regarding youth progress by accurately recording behaviors and events in logbooks and incident reports.
Coordinate with other departments on campus to support educational and medical needs, including the safe transport of youth to off-campus appointments or activities.
Oversee campus access and security by facilitating proper check-in procedures for all visitors while providing professional customer service.
Maintain all required certifications and training, including CPR/First Aid, defensive driving, and the facility's approved crisis intervention system.
Qualifications
KNOWLEDGE:
Skills and ability to assess grounds and buildings' safety and risk factors.
Skills and ability to interact with residents, staff, and the public respectfully and professionally.
Skills and ability to de-escalate youth; physical ability to participate in advanced crisis intervention training.
Ability to complete CPR/First Aid/Bloodborne Pathogens training.
Ability to obtain Defensive Driving Certification, provided by the State of Wyoming
Suicide Intervention and Prevention training.
Knowledge of PREA (Prison Rape Elimination Act) standards and practices.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Education:
High School Diploma or equivalent
Experience:
0-2 years of progressive work experience (typically in Youth Services) with acquired knowledge at the level of a Youth Services Aide
OR
Education & Experience Substitution:
1-3 years of progressive work experience (typically in Youth Services) with acquired knowledge at the level of a Youth Services Aide
Certificates, Licenses, Registrations:
None
Necessary Special Requirements
PHYSICAL WORKING CONDITIONS:
This position will work 10-hour shifts
May be required to work weekends and holidays
Must have the physical ability to complete the MANDT certification
NOTES:
FLSA: Non-Exempt
All positions within the Department of Family Services will require a background check, including taking fingerprints, which will be completed through the Wyoming Department of Criminal Investigation, the Department of Family Services, and the Federal Bureau of Investigation for every successful applicant.
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.
Clickhere (https://compensationcalculator.wyo.gov/) to view the State of Wyoming Total Compensation Calculator.
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
Know your full value.
Your paycheck is only part of the picture. The State of Wyoming offers a Total Compensation Calculator that shows the full value of your salary plus benefits, so you can clearly see what your complete compensation package looks like.
Explore your total compensation:https://compensationcalculator.wyo.gov/
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.
Click here for detailed information (https://ai.wyo.gov/for-job-seekers/benefit-information) or you can watch this short video to learn about our benefit package! (https://youtu.be/DxeKSDMAjcw?si=90XLWN-kJ1Y0EGfL) .
