Salary: $29.76 Hourly
Location : Sheridan, WY
Job Type: Permanent Full-time
Job Number: 2026-01320
Department: Department of Corrections
Division: Field Services (Probation and Parole)
Opening Date: 05/14/2026
Closing Date: Continuous
FLSA: Non-Exempt
Job Classification: SOAP08
Description and Functions Open Until Filled GENERAL DESCRIPTION: Join the Wyoming Department of Corrections and make a meaningful impact on public safety and offender rehabilitation! The Field Services Division plays a vital role in community safety by assessing offender risks and needs, developing effective case plans, providing meaningful interventions, and using positive reinforcement and corrective action to support successful outcomes.
The Field Services Division is responsible for the community supervision and case management of probationers and parolees throughout Wyoming. We are a progressive departmentthat offers a variety of challenging and rewarding work, empowering staff to help individuals successfully reintegrate into society as law-abiding citizens.
The Wyoming Department of Corrections is currently seeking a motivated and dedicated Probation and Parole Agent to join our team in Sheridan, Wyoming.
Live and Work in Sheridan, Wyoming Nestled at the base of the Bighorn Mountains, Sheridan is known for its Western charm, strong community, and outstanding quality of life. Whether you enjoy hiking, fishing, or horseback riding, Sheridan offers easy access to incredible outdoor recreation. The city also boasts a thriving arts scene, historic downtown, and nationally recognized rodeos, making it a perfect blend of professional opportunity and small-town living. With stunning natural scenery and a welcoming legal community, Sheridan is an ideal place to grow your career as a public defender while enjoying an active and fulfilling lifestyle.
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!
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Human Resource Contact: Deborah.Hale@!wyo.gov or 307-777-6136 ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: The listed functions are illustrative only and are not intended to describe every function that may be performed at the job level.
- Utilization and analysis of validated risk and needs assessments to determine appropriate supervision levels to aid in developing individual case planning goals.
- Collaboration between government and private entities to enhance case management and support and enhance client behavior for long-term change.
- Identify external and internal motivators of change through motivational interviewing and additional interviewing techniques to assist in case plan development.
- Understanding of intervention, incentives, and sanctions within the criminal justice system.
- Provides and utilizes appropriate intervention, incentives, and sanctions to achieve desired behaviors.
- Facilitate cognitive intervention groups with clients and alternative evidence-based cognitive interventions to provide knowledge and enhance client motivation.
- Maintain supervision standards to provide public safety and help offenders re-socialize and reintegrate into the community as law-abiding citizens.
- Maintain documentation of all case management collaborative efforts in a case management system
- Conduct visits with clients in the office, in their home, and at their place of employment, or at other locations to verify compliance and support positive behavior.
- Maintain supervision of a caseload of adult probationers and parolees, which includes supervision of misdemeanor and felony cases. To include, but not limited to, alcohol or drug offenses, sex offenses, domestic violence, theft, burglary, and clients determined not guilty because of mental illness.
- Create a positive and collaborative environment for clients to gain the confidence to change their behavior in the long term.
- Maintain supervision standards to include documentation and collateral contacts to promote public safety and client accountability.
- Collaboration with the Prison Division to investigate and offer guidance for a positive and effective reentry plan for inmates soon to be released into the community.
- Write reports to the Parole Board, Courts, or other stakeholders. These reports will require investigation, insight, and analysis with the assistance of various agencies, individuals, and assessments to determine risk level and appropriateness of supervision, along with various other recommendations.
- Interview, evaluate, and conduct investigations into the offender's background and criminal history to determine their risks and needs.
- Interview the victim for presentence investigation reports, determining restitution and recommendations to the Court. Additionally, contact victims for educational and safety purposes throughout the client's supervision. Creating a collaborative and trusting environment is essential.
Qualifications PREFERENCES: Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college or University, in Social Work, Counseling, Sociology, Psychology, Criminal Justice, or Administration of Justice with progressive work experience in Probation and Parole.
Experience in one or more of the following areas: case management practices, risk/need assessments, cognitive skills group facilitation, effective interpersonal communication strategies, conducting investigations, report writing, and understanding of the concepts of behavioral change.
KNOWLEDGE: - Knowledge of the criminal justice system, department policies, and procedures
- Knowledge of human behavior, crisis behavior, substance use, abuse & addiction
- Knowledge of criminal and legal law
- Knowledge of procedures used in criminal justice agencies and cognitive behavior programs
- Knowledge of various computer software programs, Google, and Microsoft
- Ability to effectively communicate, both orally and in writing, with offenders and other professionals
- Ability to be a positive, pro-social role model for offenders
- Ability to exercise good judgment when making decisions in highly stressful situations
- Ability to analyze information from various sources
- Ability to interpret information received from risk/needs assessments and case planning tools
- Ability to engage others in innovative solutions
- Ability to create and implement new concepts and ideas, and to motivate others
- Ability to learn and utilize various interviewing skills, such as Motivational Interviewing
- Skills in organization, time management, group facilitation, and problem-solving
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Education: Bachelor's Degree (typically in Social Services)
Experience: 0-2 years of progressive work experience (typically in Adult Probation and Parole) with acquired knowledge at the level of an Interstate Compact Specialist
OREducation & Experience Substitution: 3-5 years of progressive work experience (typically in Adult Probation and Parole) with acquired knowledge at the level of an Interstate Compact Specialist
Certificates, Licenses, Registrations: None
Necessary Special Requirements PHYSICAL WORKING CONDITIONS: - Physical requirements include lifting up to 20 pounds without assistance.
- Walking constantly
- May have to strike or punch with both arms on an occasional basis.
- Standing regularly, talking/hearing regularly.
- Visual ability to determine the accuracy, neatness, and thoroughness of the work assigned.
- Pushing/Pulling/Lifting/Grasping regularly.
- Typing/Repetitive motion.
- Visual ability to perform an activity includes analyzing data and figures, viewing a computer terminal, and extensive repetitive motion.
- May be exposed to infectious diseases.
- Required to function around offenders.
- May be exposed to mechanical or atmospheric hazards periodically.
- The position requires year-round travel, with non-traditional working hours early morning, night, and weekends.
NOTES:- 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.
- Agents may be required to rotate to any caseloads within the Division, including, but not limited to, Community Corrections facilities, Intensive Supervision Programs, Sex Offenders, Drug Court, or a Pre-Sentence Investigation Writer.
- The Wyoming Department of Corrections is a Drug-Free Workplace. All staff are subject to drug testing while employed by the WDOC per WDOC policy. Successful applicants for employment must pass a background/reference check and urinalysis drug test prior to the appointment.
- The Wyoming Department of Corrections is a Tobacco-Free Workplace. It 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 Correction complies 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.
- The WDOC Field Services utilizes Reflex Protect (Presidia Gel™ (CS)) as a force alternative. All employees will be properly trained for the use and carrying of Reflex Protect to include exposure during training.
- Candidate must complete defensive tactic skills, Krav-Maga.
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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.
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
- 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
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(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
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(SOAP08) How many years of relevant work experience do you have related to the job description?
- No relevant experience.
- Less than one (1) year of relevant experience.
- One (1) to less than two (2) years of relevant experience.
- Two (2) to less than three (3) years of relevant experience.
- Three (3) or more years of relevant experience.
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Do you have a Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college or university in Social Work, Counseling, Sociology, Psychology, Criminal Justice, or Administration of Justice?
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Do you have work experience in Probation and Parole?
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Do you have experience in one or more of the following areas: case management practices, risk/need assessments, cognitive skills group facilitation, effective interpersonal communication strategies, conducting investigations, report writing, understanding of the concepts of behavioral change?
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Describe your areas of experience below.
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(A) Where did you hear about this opportunity?
- Goverment 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 Resourses Division
- Friend or Acquaintance (Not State Employee)
- Current State Employee
- Other
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(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. 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.
- 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 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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(AA) 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.
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