Correctional Officer Wyoming State Penitentiary 2026-01797

Correctional Officer Wyoming State Penitentiary 2026-01797

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Correctional Officer Wyoming State Penitentiary 2026-01797

Salary

$26.95 Hourly

Location

Rawlins, WY

Job Type

Permanent Full-time

Job Number

2026-01797

Department

Department of Corrections

Division

Wyoming State Penitentiary

Opening Date

07/15/2026

Closing Date

8/26/2026 11:59 PM Mountain

FLSA

Non-Exempt

Job Classification

COPR05

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Description and Functions

GENERAL DESCRIPTION:

Come Join the Wyoming Department of Corrections!! We are now hiring Correctional Officers for the Wyoming State Penitentiary in Rawlins, Wyoming. The Wyoming State Penitentiary (WSP) is a high-custody facility for the general population and administrative segregation housing.Short-term dormitory housing may be available for this facility while attending the WDOC academy. A Correctional Officer 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 an entry-level position, and career/growth opportunities are available. The Wyoming Department of Corrections is committed to public safety, high correctional standards, and a safe, supportive working environment for our employees.

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: [email protected] 777-6404

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: The listed functions are illustrative only and are not intended to describe every function that may be performed at the job level.

To maintain institutional safety standards, the position requires the following:

• 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 the institution's 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.

Qualifications

PREFERENCES/**AGENCY REQUIREMENTS:

**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.

KNOWLEDGE:

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

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Education:

High School Diploma or GED

Experience:

0-1 year of progressive work experience in a Correctional Setting

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations:

None

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 before the 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

• The Wyoming Department of Corrections is a Drug-Free Workplace. Per WDOC policy, all staff are subject to drug testing while employed by WDOC. Successful applicants for employment must pass a criminal background/reference check, medical evaluation, and drug test prior to 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 offers a competitive benefits package including medical, dental, and life insurance, paid vacations and sick leave, paid holidays, a tuition reimbursement program, Wyoming State Retirement and 457 deferred compensation program, longevity pay, and opportunities for advancement.

• WDOC has a strict dress code policy that includes standards for facial hair, body art, and piercings/gauges. All applicants must meet the standards of this dress code to be considered for employment.

• REQUIRED: All successful candidates will be required to complete an initial training period and be awarded Correctional Officer Certification by the Wyoming Peace Officers Standards & Training (POST) Commission within one year of initial appointment.

Supplemental Information

080-Department of Correction - Prisons - Correctional Officer

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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.

Human Resource Contact: [email protected] 307-77-6404

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.

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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) .