Corrections Agriculture Beef Program Supervisor 2026-02064

State of Wyoming; Riverton (WY); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Life insurance

Paid vacations

Sick leave

Tuition reimbursement

State retirement

Job summary

Wyoming Department of Corrections seeks a Beef Program Supervisor for the Wyoming Honor Farm, responsible for herd production, breeding, calving, feeding, and health. The role includes supervising an offender work crew, teaching animal-handling and agricultural practices, and ensuring humane care within a minimum-custody facility near Riverton.

This position reports to the Agricultural Program Manager and requires a Bachelor's Degree with related agriculture experience.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree required.
• 0-1 year of progressive work experience in agriculture, or 3-4 years with substitution.

Responsibilities

• Provide instruction on agricultural management topics.
• Supervise and train inmate workers in daily livestock and agricultural duties.
• Develop training materials and demonstrate techniques for beef program.
• Determine equipment needs and manage program supplies and costs.
• Monitor safety, security, and humane care of livestock.
• Prepare staff reports and participate in team meetings on inmate management issues.
• Order and maintain program equipment and track inmate payroll within budget.
• Assist security to ensure inmate accountability during emergencies.

Skills

Livestock care

Animal handling

Safety procedures

Inmate supervision

Agricultural knowledge

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Job description

Open Until Filled

The Corrections Agriculture Beef Program Supervisor oversees the Wyoming Honor Farm’s beef cattle operation, including herd production, breeding, calving, feeding, livestock health, grazing, and range management. This position supervises and trains an offender work crew performing daily livestock and agricultural duties. Responsibilities include planning and assigning work, teaching proper animal-handling and agricultural practices, monitoring safety and security, maintaining operational records, and ensuring the humane and efficient care of the livestock. This position reports to the Agricultural Program Manager.

The Wyoming Honor Farm (WHF) is a minimum-custody facility located one mile north of Riverton, Wyoming, housing approximately 300 adult male offenders. Established in 1931, WHF has operated agricultural programs since 1988. These programs play an integral role in rehabilitation by providing offenders with opportunities to develop teamwork, patience, responsibility, and respect through the daily care and handling of animals.

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 and additional savings opportunities
• Paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays

Why Riverton?

Riverton offers the perfect blend of small-town charm and endless outdoor adventure. Located in the heart of central Wyoming, Riverton is surrounded by incredible opportunities to explore the outdoors. Spend your weekends fishing the Wind River, boating or camping at Boysen Reservoir, hiking the nearby Wind River Mountains, golfing at one of the local courses, or taking in the excitement of rodeos, county fairs, and community events. Yellowstone and Grand Teton National Parks are just a scenic drive away, making Riverton an ideal home base for those who love Wyoming's outdoor lifestyle.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Provides instruction on agricultural management topics.
• Beef Herd Management Program provides instruction on livestock nourishment, herd health, marketing, veterinary practices, equipment operation, and fencing techniques.
• Supervises, directs, and instructs daily work and training assignments for all inmates in the program.
• Develops training aids and instructional course materials for the beef program or teaches and demonstrates training techniques.
• Determines equipment needs and acquires equipment, materials, and instructional supplies in accordance with program needs and cost analysis.
• Participates in the overall management and assessment of individual inmates by providing written staff reports, written or verbal work performance evaluations, and attending team meetings to discuss inmate management issues.
• Working within a fixed budget, order and maintain program equipment and supplies, and track and manage inmate payroll.
• Assists security personnel to ensure the security and accountability of all inmates in the program and other departments when the facility is on emergency status, including chemical control and tool control.
• Observe inmate work performance and behavior to encourage positive performance, provide direction for improvement, and initiate corrective action when necessary.
• Attends pre-service and regular in-service training to stay abreast of inmate management issues and ensure facility policies, procedures, and security protocols are implemented and followed.
• Assists other work training programs, as needed, in managing inmates and performing duties, including Crop Production and Wild Horse Program.

PREFERENCES:

Preference may be given to applicants with a background in Corrections.

KNOWLEDGE:

• Agricultural knowledge specific to a specialty.
• Livestock nourishment, veterinary care, and animal behavior.
• Safety practices and procedures.
• Federal and State laws regarding livestock brands, grazing rights, and transportation.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Education: Bachelor's Degree
• Experience: 0-1 year of progressive work experience in (typically in Agriculture).
• OR
• Education & ExperienceSubstitution: 3-4 years of progressive work experience in (typically in Agriculture).
• Certificates, Licenses, Registrations: None

PHYSICAL WORKING CONDITIONS:

• Exposure to hazardous materials, bodily fluids, chemicals, biohazards, potentially explosive, and/or the elements.
• Must be able to drive vehicles and/or operate farm and construction equipment.
• Exposure to inside and outside environmental conditions, at times in inclement weather.
• Walking on hard and/or uneven surfaces.

NOTES:

• FLSA: Non-Exempt
• Successful applicants for employment must pass a background/reference check and drug test prior to appointment.
• The Wyoming Department of Corrections is a Drug-Free Workplace. All staff are subject to drug testing while employed by the WDOC.
• The Wyoming Department of Corrections 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 or grounds.
• The Wyoming Department of Corrections is in compliance with the Federal Prison Rape Elimination Act (PREA) of 2003. It is the policy and practice of WDOC to protect inmates and offenders from abuse, corporal punishment, personal injury, disease, property damage and harassment, and the elimination of prison rape.
• The Wyoming Department of Corrections 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.
• The Wyoming Department of Corrections offers a competitive benefits package, including medical, dental, life insurance, paid vacations and sick leave, paid holidays, tuition reimbursement program, Wyoming State Retirement and 457 deferred compensation program, longevity pay, and opportunities for advancement. Please visit our website at https://corrections.wyo.gov/.

080-Wyoming Department of Corrections - Prisons - Wyoming Honor Farm

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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.