Recreational Activities Coordinator 2026-02114

Recreational Activities Coordinator 2026-02114

Salary

$5,603.87 Monthly

Location

Torrington, WY

Job Type

Permanent Full-time

Job Number

2026-02114

Department

Department of Corrections

Division

Wyoming Medium Correctional Institution

Opening Date

09/09/2026

Closing Date

Continuous

FLSA

Non-Exempt

Job Classification

HSRA09

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Description and Functions

Open Until Filled

GENERAL DESCRIPTION:

As a Recreational Activities Coordinator in a correctional environment, the primary role is to develop, implement, and oversee structured physical, athletic, and leisure programs for the inmate population. These programs are essential for facility security, stress reduction, and behavioral management. This position is located at the Wyoming Medium Correctional Institution (WMCI) in Torrington, Wyoming.

Torrington sits on the eastern plains of Wyoming along the North Platte River, at the historic crossroads of the Oregon, Mormon, and Texas Cattle trails. It offers a blend of authentic western culture and community recreation.

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 457(b) 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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Human Resource Contact: jessica.nielsen@wyo.gov / 307-532-6613

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

• Develops and administers the therapeutic facilitys recreational program, utilizing various forms of recreation.
• Works with uniformed, non-uniformed, and contracted staff members for personalized recreational programs.
• Maintain workout equipment, train employees to troubleshoot, recognize problems, and how to correct minor problems.
• Projects budgetary needs and maintains routine inventories.
• Supervises staff, assists in the hiring of recreational activities specialists, makes recommendations for disciplinary actions, including termination, and evaluates assigned staff.
• Assists with the development and administration of the recreational program for the facility, utilizing various forms of recreation to meet the physical, cognitive, and sensory needs of the individuals.
• Creates a schedule that includes daily, weekly, monthly, and annual recreation/leisure activities for large groups of inmates.
• Monitors participants during recreational activities to ensure institutional and individual safety.
• Completes regular inventories of supplies and equipment and prepares requests for new or replacement equipment and supplies.
• Prepares schedules for inmate recreational activities and special projects.
• Coordinates and facilitates inmate incentive programs, such as food sales, bake sales, fundraisers, etc.
• The work schedule may include weekends and evening hours.
• Responsible for ensuring a safe and enjoyable workplace, including participation in initiatives designed to promote a positive work environment

Qualifications

PREFERENCES:

Preference may be given to those with 3 or more years of work experience in a Recreational and/or correctional environment.

Preference may be given to those with 2 or more years of supervisor experience in a Recreational and/or correctional environment.

KNOWLEDGE:

• Knowledge of supervisory techniques: guide, monitor, and support their team to achieve organizational goals
• Knowledge of recreational therapy practice, principles, and procedures.
• Knowledge of rules and regulations pertaining to the area of specialization.
• Knowledge of recreational materials, tools, and equipment, and their care and use.
• Knowledge of the rules and procedures for a wide variety of team and individual sports and games.
• Knowledge of individual and group work techniques used in recreational instruction and organization.
• Knowledge of community resources available to the recreation program of the institution.
• Knowledge of emergencies and dangerous situations and how to physically respond to them.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Education:

Bachelors Degree (typically in Recreation Therapy)

Experience:

0-3 years of progressive work experience (typically in recreational therapy) with acquired knowledge at the level of a Recreational Activities Specialist

OR

Education & Experience Substitution:

4-6 years of progressive work experience (typically in recreational therapy) with acquired knowledge at the level of a Recreational Activities Specialist

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations:

None

Necessary Special Requirements

PHYSICAL WORKING CONDITIONS:

• Physical ability to lift, twist, bend, pull, and push up to 50 lbs.
• Climbing on an occasional to regular basis
• Walking on cement floors on an occasional to regular basis
• Stooping, bending, kneeling, crouching on an occasional basis
• Reaching on a regular basis
• Standing on a regular basis
• Pushing/pulling on a regular basis
• Typing/Repetitive motion on a regular basis
• Talking/hearing on a frequent basis
• Seeing: the visual ability to determine the accuracy, neatness, and thoroughness of the work assigned.
• Seeing: the visual ability to perform an activity such as analyzing data and figures, viewing a computer terminal, and extensive reading.
• Pre-service and annual training is required, which includes Krav Maga defensive tactics.
• A background check, including the taking of fingerprints, will be completed through the Wyoming Department of Criminal Investigation, the Department of Family Services, and the Federal Bureau of Investigation for every successful applicant.

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. Per WDOC policy, 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 complies 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, 457 deferred compensation program, and longevity pay opportunities for advancement. Please visit our website at http://doc.state.wy.us/

Supplemental Information

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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.

Human Resource Contact: jessica.nielsen@wyo.gov / 307-532-6613

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

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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
• 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

(HSRA09)How many years of relevant work experience or transferable skills do you have related to the job description?

• 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

Do you have 3 or more years of work experience in a Recreational and/or correctional environment?

• Yes
• No

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Do you have 2 or more years of supervisory experience in a Recreational and/or correctional environment?

• Yes
• No

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(AA) Describe your relevant experience below.

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(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.

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

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(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 and understand that, if claiming Veterans Preference, I must attach the appropriate supporting documentation to each application I submit in order to receive Veterans Preference.

• Yes, I have read and understand the Veterans Preference Disclosure.
• No, I am not claiming Veterans Preference

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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

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(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

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