Adult Probation and Parole Officer 2026-01544

State of Wyoming•Rawlins, WY

3d•Onsite

About The Position

The Wyoming Department of Corrections – Field Services Division is seeking a motivated and dedicated Probation and Parole Agent to join our team in Rawlins. This full-time position offers a dynamic and rewarding career where no two days are the same. You’ll play a key role in community supervision and case management, working directly with individuals on probation and parole as they work toward positive change. As part of a progressive department, you’ll be challenged and supported in helping individuals successfully reintegrate into their communities as law-abiding citizens. This is meaningful, hands-on work that combines accountability with opportunity—using evidence-based practices to assess risk and needs, develop effective case plans, provide impactful interventions, reinforce positive behavior, and take corrective action when necessary. If you’re looking for a career that is both exciting and purpose-driven—where your work directly contributes to safer communities and second chances—this is your opportunity to make a lasting difference.

Requirements

Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college or university in Social Work, Counseling, Sociology, Psychology, Criminal Justice, or Administration of Justice
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, understanding of the concepts of behavioral change.
Knowledge of human behavior, crisis behavior, substance use, abuse & addiction
Knowledge of the criminal justice system, department policies, and procedures
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
0-2 years of progressive work experience (typically in Adult Probation and Parole) with acquired knowledge at the level of an Interstate Compact Specialist OR 3-5 years of progressive work experience (typically in Adult Probation and Parole) with acquired knowledge at the level of an Interstate Compact Specialist
Successful applicants for employment must pass a background/reference check and drug test.

Responsibilities

Create a positive and collaborative environment for clients to gain the confidence to change their behavior in the long term.
Maintain supervision of a caseload of adult probationers and parolees, which includes supervision of misdemeanor and felony cases, including but not limited to alcohol or drug offenses, sex offenses, domestic violence, theft, burglary, and clients determined not guilty by reason of mental illness.
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 homes, and places of employment, or in other locations to verify compliance and support positive behavior.
Maintain supervision standards to include documentation, 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 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 the risk level and appropriateness of supervision and various other recommendations.
Interview, evaluate, and investigate the offender's background and criminal history to determine their risks and needs.
Interview the victim for the purposes of 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.