Office Support Specialist (Law Librarian) 2026-02424
State of Wyoming
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Job summary
The State of Wyoming, Department of Corrections, seeks a Law Librarian to oversee the WMCI law library, instruct inmates on accessing information, and guide the research process using LexisNexis and other legal resources. The role supports safe, compliant access to legal materials within a correctional facility.
Essential duties include supervising library operations, handling e-filing, updating policies, and providing legal forms to inmates, while maintaining a secure, educational environment
Qualifications
- Knowledge of information organization and materials management.
- Ability to conduct legal research using online databases.
Responsibilities
- Supervising the law library and managing inmate access.
- Filing court documents and maintaining library forms.
- Providing inmates with legal forms and guidance on research.
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Job description
The Law Librarian will provide reasonable and meaningful access to the WMCI law library. Instruct inmates on how and where to access the requested information. They will provide information on the availability and use of forms and guide the requesting inmate through the general research process.
The Law Librarian will provide reasonable and meaningful access to the WMCI law library. Instruct inmates on how and where to access the requested information. They will provide information on the availability and use of forms and guide the requesting inmate through the general research process.
- 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
- Supervising the law library
- E-filing US District Court of Wyoming and the 10th Circuit Court of Appeals documents
- Copying/printing, notary, updating Policies and Procedures for inmate distribution in the library
- Providing inmates with legal forms for the court (ie., divorce packets)
- Logging the inmate's computer daily usage
- Legal research via the internet on LexisNexis and other legal sites
- Answering inmate single-page request forms
- Visiting specialty units, check-in and check-out law library material
- Responsible for ensuring a safe and enjoyable workplace, including participation in initiatives designed to promote a positive work environment
Preference may be given to those with a 2-year degree.
Preference may also be given to those with 2 years of work experience with a Library background.
- Knowledge of the organization and management of information and materials services
- Knowledge of research, indexing, records management, and databases.
- Knowledge of the basic principles of education.
- Knowledge of mainframe and personal computer systems.
- Knowledge of applicable federal, state, and local laws, codes, regulations, and policies, technical processes, and procedures related to the department.
- Knowledge of the principles and procedures of financial record keeping and reporting, basic accounts payable and purchasing.
- Knowledge of the principles and practices of employee supervision, training, and evaluation.
- Knowledge of techniques for providing a high level of customer service.
Associate's Degree (typically in Business)
0-1 year of progressive work experience (typically in Business Office Communications) with acquired knowledge at the level of an Office Assistant II
2-4 years of progressive work experience (typically in Business Office Communications) with acquired knowledge at the level of an Office Assistant II
None
- Typically, the employee may sit comfortably to perform the work; however, there may be some walking, standing, bending, carrying light items, driving an automobile, etc.
- Lifting/grasping up to 20 pounds on an occasional to regular basis, without assistance
- Walking on cement floors on an occasional to regular basis
- Walking up and down stairs on an occasional basis
- Stooping, bending, kneeling, and crouching on an occasional basis
- Reaching on a regular basis
- Typing/Repetitive motion on a frequent basis
- Talking/hearing on a frequent basis
- Seeing: the visual ability to perform an activity such as analyzing data and figures, viewing computer terminal, and extensive reading
- Pre-service and annual in-service training is required, which includes Krav Maga defensive tactics.
- FLSA: Non-Exempt
- The State of Wyoming is an Equal Opportunity Employer and actively supports the ADA and reasonably accommodates qualified applicants with disabilities. No notice of eligibility will be sent to applicants who meet the minimum qualifications.
- The Wyoming Department of Corrections is a Drug Free Workplace. All staff are subject to drug testing while employed by the WDOC.
- Successful Applicants for employment must pass a background/reference check, medical evaluation, and drug test prior to appointment.
- 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 and 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/offenders from personal abuse, corporal punishment, personal injury, disease, property damage, and harassment, and the elimination of prison rape.
- 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 offers a competitive benefits package including medical, dental, life insurance, paid vacation and sick leave, paid holidays, tuition reimbursement program, Wyoming State Retirement and 457 Deferred Compensation Program, longevity pay, and opportunities for advancement.
Supplemental Information
080-Department of Corrections - Prisons - Wyoming Medium Correctional Institution
The State of Wyoming is an Equal Opportunity Employer and actively supports the ADA and reasonably accommodates qualified applicants with disabilities.
URL: http://agency.governmentjobs.com/wyoming/default.cfm
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.
- 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 9 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.
Wyoming offers a lifestyle you can’t find anywhere else — wide-open spaces, clean air, friendly communities, year-round recreation, and no state income tax.
Class Specifications are subject to change, please refer to the A & I HRD Website to ensure that you have the most recent version.
Human Resources Contact: Jessica.nielsen@wyo.gov 307-532-6613
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