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Disability Innovation Fund Transition Navigator

State of Wyoming A&I Human Resources Division

Riverton, WY

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Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), Background Investigation, Case Management, Communication Skills, Diversity, Facebook, Futures, Government, Healthcare, High School Diploma, Human Resources, Leadership, LinkedIn, Mentoring, Newsletter, Organizational Skills, Peer-to-Peer Marketing, Presentation/Verbal Skills, Psychiatry and Mental Health, Regulations, Social Media, Team Player, Twitter, Willing to Travel, Zip
LOCATION
Riverton, WY
POSTED
2 days ago
Salary: $27.13 Hourly
Location : Riverton, WY
Job Type: Contract Full-time
Job Number: 2026-01280
Department: Department of Workforce Services
Division: Vocational Rehab - Riverton
Opening Date: 05/13/2026
Closing Date: Continuous
FLSA: Determined by Position
Job Classification: ATAW99

Description and Functions
Open Until Filled
GENERAL DESCRIPTION:
Do you have a passion for helping school-age students reach new heights?
Do you find yourself cheerleading others as they work towards reaching their goals? Do you love helping students explore what options await them as they grow up? The Wyoming Division of Vocational Rehabilitation is looking for a creative and highly motivated individual to support students as they navigate the transition process of career exploration. As a Transition Navigator with our Pathways to Progress (P2P) grant-funded program, you will be responsible for the recruitment and case management of students enrolled in the Pathways to Progress (P2P). Your role will also include working collaboratively with a group of dedicated stakeholders, assigned school districts, and a regional Center for Independent Living to help coordinate career exploration services and referrals to mental health programs. This position will travel extensively throughout Fremont County, including Riverton, Lander, Shoshoni, Fort Washakie, Arapaho, Ethete, St. Stephens, and Hudson.
As a Transition Navigator, you will be encouraged to use your creative mind and energy to develop innovative opportunities for students to engage in career exploration through both individual and group activities. You will also put your leadership skills on display as you develop and facilitate local transition council teams to support the P2P program and efforts

Fremont County is located in central Wyoming. Wyoming's best adventure starts in Wind River Country. Come to get away from the crowds: unplug, unwind, and meet Wyoming in the way it's meant to be met. Enjoy even a single hike in Wind River Country, and you'll understand why it's such a great gift to live here.

Human Resource Contact: 307-473-3270
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: The listed functions are illustrative only and are not intended to describe every function that may be performed at the job level.
  • Recruiting eligible students for the P2P program
  • Participating in outreach activities to promote the P2P program
  • Working collaboratively with stakeholders, assigned school districts, and Centers for Independent Living
  • Provide creative and innovative opportunities for students to engage in career exploration
  • Networking with local employers to create positive relationships and opportunities for student work experience sites
  • Providing basic case management for students enrolled in the P2P program to ensure they have access to partner services and mental health care as applicable
  • Serving as a mentor to students by offering support, encouragement, and inspiration as they explore their futures
Qualifications
PREFERENCES:
Preference for a Bachelor's degree in a human service-related field,

Preference may be considered for an Associate's degree in the human service field, and extensive experience

Preference for one year of experience working with youth in transition or providing Pre-Employment Transition Services to students with disabilities

Preference may be considered for equivalent combinations of related education and experience.
KNOWLEDGE:
  • Knowledge of IEPs, 504 Plans, and regulations
  • Ability to work in cooperation with Local Education Agencies, DVR, and Workforce offices
  • Ability to be proactive, organized, and manage caseloads
  • Knowledge of informed choice, confidentiality, and conflict of interest -Knowledge of disability rights, culture, and history
  • Skill in working with individuals with disabilities, as well as skill in sensitive, respectful, and effective communication with people of diverse backgrounds, cultures, and languages
  • Skill in public speaking
  • Ability to work within your scope of practice, knowledge, skill, and abilities, and an ability to delegate, refer, or communicate when a duty or role is outside your scope of practice or skill level
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
None - See "Preferences"
Necessary Special Requirements
PHYSICAL WORKING CONDITIONS:
  • Travel throughout Fremont County
NOTES:
  • FLSA: Non-exempt
  • This is an At-Will Employee Contract (AWEC) position
  • The Wyoming Department of Workforce Services (DWS) uses E-Verify, an Internet-based system, to confirm the eligibility of all newly hired employees to work in the United States. Learn more about , including your rights and responsibilities
  • Offers of employment will be contingent upon the successful completion of a background check
  • Limited State benefits are available for this position
  • Full-time, 40 hours per week position
  • This position does not include paid time off or holiday pay


Supplemental Information
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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.

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
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(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
  • Associate's Degree
  • Associate's Degree and additional coursework
  • Bachelor's Degree
  • Bachelor's Degree and additional coursework
  • Master's Degree
  • Master's 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

Do you have a degree in a human service-related field?
  • Yes
  • No

04

Do you have experience working with youth in transition or providing Pre-Employment Transition Services to students with disabilities?
  • Yes
  • No

05

(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

06

(A1) If you selected "Current State Employee" please provide the employee's first and last name, and include the department they work for, if known. This employee may be eligible for a Referral bonus.
07

(A1) If you selected Other, please tell us where you heard about this opportunity.
08

(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

09

(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 veteran's 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 Veteran's Disability Determination Attached
  • Surviving Spouse of a Deceased Veteran - DD214 and proof of Survivor Benefit Attached
  • None of the above

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(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 have read and understand the above statement.
  • Yes
  • No

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