AWEC PT DHH Consultant 2026-01304

AWEC PT DHH Consultant 2026-01304

Salary

$35.60 - $37.50 Hourly

Location

Statewide, WY

Job Type

Contract Part-time

Job Number

2026-01304

Department

Department of Education

Division

Education

Opening Date

05/14/2026

Closing Date

Continuous

FLSA

Determined by Position

Job Classification

ATAW99

• Description
• Benefits
• Questions

Description and Functions

Open Until Filled

GENERAL DESCRIPTION:

• This position offers full-time telework, with occasional required in-office attendance.
• The selected applicant may live anywhere in Wyoming.

This position facilitates and supports best practices and program development for the successful education of deaf or hard of hearing students. It also supports and facilitates the Wyoming Department of Educations role as a lead agency for individuals with hearing loss in the state. Additionally, it upholds the general supervision responsibilities of the Special Programs unit of the Wyoming Department of Education, as mandated by the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act.

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
• Meaningful work that makes a difference for Wyoming communities
• and MUCH MORE! Click here for detailed information, or you can watch this short video to learn about our benefit package!

Want to see the full value of your compensation beyond salary? ?? Explore our Total Compensation Calculator: https://compensationcalculator.wyo.gov

Human Resource Contact: Jen Shirley / jennifer.shirley1@wyo.gov / 307-777-6385

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

• Provide comprehensive onsite and virtual support to Wyoming public schools. This includes traveling for onsite visits to offer program guidance and follow-up assistance to service providers within assigned regions.
• Plan, coordinate, and facilitate annual workshops and targeted in-service training for diverse providersincluding Teachers of the Deaf, Interpreters, SLPs, and Special Education teacherson the specific educational needs of students with hearing loss.
• Lead the planning and implementation of statewide outreach events (such as DHH Roundup and secondary transition workshops).
• Develop strategies to increase participation and inclusion for DHH students and their families.
• Represent the WDE on state and national committees.
• Contribute to the broader goals of the WDE through active participation in staff meetings, professional development, and general supervision activities to ensure high-quality service delivery across the state.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

PREFERENCES:

A bachelors degree in deaf education, certified teacher of the deaf, ASL interpreter, speech language pathologist, audiologist, or other closely related field. Preferred: a masters degree and at least 5 years of experience working in the field of Deaf Education, from birth through 21 years of age.

KNOWLEDGE:

• The ability to communicate effectively with deaf/hard-of-hearing individuals, demonstrate knowledge of hearing loss, and interpret audiograms.
• Have basic knowledge of relevant technology, including remote microphones, sound field systems, hearing aids, bone-conducted hearing devices, and cochlear implants.
• Know the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) and Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, with the ability to discuss Individualized Education Plan (IEP) content.
• Possess strong written and verbal communication skills, professional demeanor and appearance, and the ability to maintain professionalism and impartiality when working with constituents.
• Must be self-motivated and capable of independent work (e.g., contacting schools, scheduling appointments) while recognizing when to seek guidance and information from team members or the SPED division.
• Be aware of the responsible use of public funds and the knowledge of resources available at the Deaf/Hard of Hearing library in Casper.
• Competency with computer skills for email, document creation, tracking technical assistance, developing presentations, and setting up virtual meetings/workshops (Good Meet or Zoom).
• Physical ability to travel and a willingness to work collaboratively as a team player.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

None - See "Preferences"

Necessary Special Requirements

PHYSICAL WORKING CONDITIONS:

• Office environment and statewide travel.

NOTES:

• FLSA: Non-Exempt
• This is an At-Will Employee Contract (AWEC) part-time position
• This position offers full-time telework, with occasional required in-office attendance.
• Successful applicants must reside in Wyoming or maintain a primary residence within a 100-mile radius of Cheyenne for the duration of their employment with the Wyoming Department of Education.
• Applicants may be asked to provide transcripts of any relevant coursework at the time of the interview or hire.
• Successful candidates must pass a fingerprinting, background, and reference check.

Supplemental Information

206-Department of Education - Special Education

Click here to view the State of Wyoming Classification and Pay Structure.

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.

Non Benefit Position

01

(AA) Which of the following best describes your highest completed level of education to date or within the next three (3) months? (Transcripts may be required.)

• High School Diploma/GED/or Equivalent
• Some college Coursework, No Degree Received
• Associates Degree
• Associates Degree and additional coursework
• Bachelors Degree
• Bachelors Degree and additional coursework
• Masters Degree
• Masters Degree and additional coursework
• Doctorate Degree
• Doctorate Degree and additional coursework
• None of the Above

02

(AA) Which of the following Quarter/Semester credit hours best describes your completed college education to date or within the next three (3) months? (Transcripts may be required.)

• 45+ Quarter hours/30+ Semester hours
• 90+ Quarter hours/60+ Semester hours
• 136+ Quarter hours/91+ Semester hours
• 180+ Quarter hours/120+ Semester hours
• 225+ Quarter hours/150+Semester hours
• N/A

03

Which of the following best describes your work experience in Education or Instruction? Experience definition: (This experience includes, but may not be limited to, the following: full-time experience as a certified teacher, trainer, instructor, or full-time responsibility for an educational program at the level of an education program analyst.)

• No relevant experience.
• Less than one (1) year of relevant experience.
• One (1) to less than three (3) years of relevant experience.
• Three (3) to less than four (4) years of relevant experience.
• Four (4) or more years of relevant experience.

04

(AA) Describe your relevant experience below.

05

Do you have a masters degree, plus at least 5 years of experience working in the field of Deaf Education, specifically working with individuals from birth through 21 years of age?

• Yes
• No

06

Do you have a bachelors degree in Deaf Education or a closely related field, such as certification as a Teacher of the Deaf, ASL interpreter, Speech-Language Pathologist, Audiologist, or something similar?

• Yes
• No

07

If yes, please provide the specific degree or certification, the field of study, and where it was obtained.

08

(A1) Where did you hear about this opportunity?

• Government Jobs @ www.governmentjobs.com/careers/wyoming
• Indeed
• LinkedIn
• Zip Recruiter
• Wyoming Workforce Center
• Other job sites (Wyoming at Work, Monster, etc.)
• Social Media (Facebook, Twitter, etc.)
• Newspaper/Newsletter Advertisement
• Career Fair
• Human Resources Division
• Friend or Acquaintance (Not State Employee)
• Current State Employee
• Other

09

(A1) If you selected "Current State Employee" please provide the employees first and last name, and include the department they work for if known. Please limit this response to only one employee. This employee may be eligible for a Referral bonus.

10

(A1) If you selected Other, please tell us where you heard about this opportunity.

11

(AA) VETERANS PREFERENCE DISCLOSURE: PER WYOMING STATUTE, current employees of the State of Wyoming are not eligible for veterans preference. If you are not a current employee of the State of Wyoming, to be eligible to receive veterans preference you MUST have been a resident of the State of Wyoming for a period of one (1) year or more at any time prior to submitting this application. I have read and understand the veterans preference disclosure.

• Yes
• No
• I am not a veteran

12

(AA) VETERANS PREFERENCE: If you are a war veteran as defined in section 101, Title 38, United States Code or are the surviving spouse of a war veteran who receives survivor benefits from the federal government based on the veterans military service, and wish to claim veterans preference, please attach the appropriate documentation substantiating your claim. Indicate below your appropriate veterans preference status. By requesting veterans preference, you are certifying that you meet the statutory requirements as described in the above disclosure.

• Current State Employee
• Veteran - DD214 Attached
• Disabled Veteran (10% or more) - DD214 and Veterans Disability Determination Attached
• Surviving Spouse of a Deceased Veteran - DD214 and proof of Survivor Benefit Attached
• None of the above

13

(A) Please be advised that an incomplete application WILL NOT be considered for employment. An attached resume is not required and is not an acceptable substitution for a completed application. Some State of Wyoming agencies use E-Verify, an Internet-based system, to confirm the eligibility of all newly hired employees to work in the United States. Learn more about E-Verify, including your rights and responsibilities at https://www.uscis.gov/e-verify. I have read and understand the above statement.

• Yes
• No

Required Question

Employer State of Wyoming

Address Human Resource Contact Information located in the

General Description Section

Statewide, Wyoming, 82002

Phone 307-777-7188

Website http://agency.governmentjobs.com/wyoming/default.cfm