Correctional Officer Wyoming State Penitentiary 2026-02665

State of Wyoming; Rawlins (WY); On-site; USD 42,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Public retirement pension

Job summary

Wyoming Department of Corrections is hiring Correctional Officers for the Wyoming State Penitentiary in Rawlins, Wyoming. This entry-level role supports security operations, inmate supervision, and post enforcement duties essential to public safety and the WDOC academy training.

The position offers state benefits, retirement, paid leave, and opportunities for career growth in a values-driven agency that emphasizes safety, professional development, and service to Wyoming communities.

Qualifications

• Education: High School Diploma or GED
• Experience: 0-1 year of progressive work experience in a Correctional Setting
• Certificates, Licenses, Registrations: None

Responsibilities

• 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.

Skills

Security procedures

Attention to detail

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

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.

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
• 20- year State Retirement pension for Law Enforcementand additional savings opportunities
• Paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays
• Meaningful work that makes a difference for Wyoming communities and MUCH MORE!

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Human Resources Contact:

[e-mail] or 307-777-6404

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.

Ability to safely operate a state-owned or authorized vehicle to travel between facilities as required.

Will be required to provide supplemental security support for all DOC facilities.

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

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.

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Human Resources Contact:

[e-mail] or 307-777-6404