Correctional Corporal 2026-02033

Correctional Corporal 2026-02033

Salary

$29.14 Hourly

Location

Lusk, WY

Job Type

Permanent Full-time

Job Number

2026-02033

Department

Department of Corrections

Division

Wyoming Womens Center

Opening Date

08/26/2026

Closing Date

9/11/2026 11:59 PM Mountain

FLSA

Non-Exempt

Job Classification

COPR06

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Description and Functions

GENERAL DESCRIPTION:

The Wyoming Department of Corrections is seeking a Correctional Corporal at the Wyoming Womens Center in Lusk, Wyoming. The Wyoming Women's Center (WWC) was established in 1981. It serves as a primary education and treatment center for female inmates. WWC provides programming, vocational, recreational, and educational programs to allow the WDOC to reduce recidivism through cognitive and behavioral intervention. This position is essential for maintaining the institutions safety and security and is considered a Law Enforcement position, receiving the 20-year retirement and state benefits package.

This is a senior correctional officer level, and the position performs various tasks to maintain the security and safety of a correctional facility, employees, inmates, visitors, and the community. This position is also responsible for ensuring a safe and enjoyable workplace, including participation in initiatives designed to promote a positive work environment.

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, or you can watch this short video to learn about our benefit package!

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Why Lusk?

Located in northeast Wyoming, Lusk offers the charm of small-town living with wide-open spaces and a strong sense of community. With a low cost of living, minimal traffic, and a relaxed pace of life, Lusk provides an excellent work-life balance.

Outdoor enthusiasts will enjoy easy access to hunting, fishing, and hiking, as well as nearby destinations like Thunder Basin National Grassland and Guernsey State Park. Lusk is an ideal place for those seeking meaningful work in a safe, welcoming community surrounded by Wyoming's natural beauty.

And remember, Wyoming has no state income tax, meaning more of your paycheck stays with you!

Human Resource Contact: megan.sims@wyo.gov or 307-857-3326

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

• Reports all security violations to the Sergeant and submits recommendations for resolution.
• Maintains security by supervising the conduct, work, leisure time, and discipline of inmates.
• Keeps accurate records and documentation of activities.
• Assigned to key assignments such as property, key control, and issue, as well as the main control centers.
• Observes and reacts to aggressive inmate behavior.
• Transports inmates to work release jobs, doctor appointments, and other places as deemed necessary.
• Supervises and directs the work crew of prisoners engaged in cleaning or maintenance of buildings and grounds.
• Investigates security related incidents in the area of jurisdiction.
• Operates and controls a large electronic security system at a correctional facility.

Qualifications

PREFERENCES/ AGENCY REQUIREMENTS:

Preference may be given to those with two or more years of work experience as a Correctional Officer, plus Advanced Wyoming POST Certification. Must be at least 18 years of age. Must be a U.S. Citizen. Must have a valid drivers license. Must not have a felony or domestic violence conviction or a DUI within the last two years.

KNOWLEDGE:

• Knowledge of prisoner behavior and prisoner social systems.
• Knowledge of leadership and work management skills.
• Knowledge of giving or receiving direction in a professional manner.
• Knowledge of the electronic security systems, radio, and paging systems.
• Knowledge of Department of Corrections policies and procedures.
• Knowledge of correctional management principles.
• Knowledge of prisoner behavior and prisoner social systems.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Education:

Associates Degree (typically in Criminal Justice)

Experience:

0-2 years of progressive work experience in Correctional Security with acquired knowledge at the level of a Correctional Officer

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations:

Correctional Officer Certification awarded by the Wyoming Peace Officers Standards & Training (POST) Commission. Applicants not holding Wyoming POST certification must be awarded certification within 6 months of employment.

OR

Education & Experience Substitution:

2-4 years of progressive work experience in Correctional Security with acquired knowledge at the level of a Correctional Officer

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations:

Correctional Officer Certification awarded by the Wyoming Peace Officers Standards & Training (POST) Commission. Applicants not holding Wyoming POST certification must be awarded certification within 6 months of employment.

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 prior to appointment.
• Candidates must have the ability to work overtime as required, and the ability to work on any shift, holidays, and weekends.
• Lifting up to 50 pounds with assistance
• Walking on cement floors on a constant basis
• Walking up and down stairs on a frequent basis
• Bending, squatting, kneeling on a regular basis
• Kicking the leg up to knee level on an occasional basis
• Striking or punching with both arms on an occasional basis
• Exposure to chemical agents such as oleoresin capsicum

NOTES:

• FLSA: Non-Exempt
• This position requires you to be POST certified. Candidates who are not POST-certified in Wyoming must satisfactorily complete all pre-offer and post-offer assessments required for POST-certified positions and must be POST-certified in Wyoming within six months of hire.
• The Wyoming Department of Corrections is a Drug-Free Workplace. Per WDOC policy, all staff is subject to drug testing while employed by WDOC. Successful applicants for employment must pass a background/reference check, medical evaluation, and drug screen prior to or upon 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 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 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, harassment, and the elimination of prison rape.
• WDOC offers a competitive benefits package, including medical, dental, life insurance, paid vacations and sick leave, paid holidays, a tuition reimbursement program, Wyoming State Retirement, and a 457 deferred compensation program, and longevity pay opportunities for advancement. Please visit our website at http://doc.state.wy.us/

Supplemental Information

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

Click here to view the State of Wyoming Total Compensation Calculator.

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.

Human Resource Contact: megan.sims@wyo.gov or 307-857-3326

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, and no state income tax.

Click here for detailed information or you can watch this short video to learn about our benefit package!.

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

(COPR06) How many years of relevant work experience or transferable skills do you have related to the job description?

• No relevant experience, but willing to learn.
• Less than one (1) year of relevant experience.
• One (1) to less than two (2) years of relevant experience.
• Two (2) or more years of relevant experience.

04

(AA) Describe your relevant experience below.

05

(COPR06) Do you currently possess a Correctional Officer Certification awarded by the Wyoming Peace Officers Standards & Training (POST) Commission? (Applicants without a Wyoming POST certification may answer "yes" if they can meet this requirement within 6 months of employment.

• Yes
• No

06

• (COPR06) If you hold a current POST certification, please enter your certification number.

07

(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

08

(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.

09

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

10

(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

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(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

12

(A2) 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