Interstate Compact Specialist 2026 02465

Interstate Compact Specialist 2026 02465

Salary

$25.21 Hourly

Location

Cheyenne, WY

Job Type

Permanent Full-time

Job Number

2026-02465

Department

Department of Corrections

Division

Field Services (Probation and Parole)

Opening Date

10/07/2026

Closing Date

10/26/2026 11:59 PM Mountain

FLSA

Determined by Position

Job Classification

SOAP06

• Description
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Description and Functions

GENERAL DESCRIPTION:

The Wyoming Department of Corrections, Cheyenne Field Services Division, is seeking a motivated and organized individual for an Interstate Compact Specialist. This position will process interstate compact transfers received from our probation/parole field agents, the WDOC institutions, and the contracted halfway houses to other states, as well as process incoming transfer requests for probationers and parolees desiring to transfer to Wyoming. In addition, if the outgoing transfer is accepted by the receiving state, the Interstate Compact Specialist will monitor and track the offenders compliance with his/her supervision requirements.

The Wyoming Department of Corrections (WDOC) contributes to public safety by exercising reasonable, safe, secure, and humane management while actively providing offenders opportunities to become law-abiding citizens.

Why Choose a Career with the Wyoming Department of Corrections?

• Culture of public service and a commitment to work/life balance
• Eligibility for Public Service Student Loan Forgiveness
• Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Employee State Retirement Plan
• Paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays
• 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!

Want to see the full value of your compensation beyond salary?

Explore our Total Compensation Calculator: https://compensationcalculator.wyo.gov

Human Resources 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 in the job level.

• Monitors and tracks a caseload of Wyoming offenders whose probation/parole supervision has been transferred to another state under the Interstate Compact for Adult Offender Supervision (ICAOS).
• Monitors offender compliance with the conditions of probation/parole through correspondence with probation/parole personnel in other states.
• Contact the Clerks of Court to verify payment of ordered monetary obligations.
• Consults with judicial personnel and other criminal justice personnel on what action to take on offenders violating conditions of supervision.
• Performs paralegal duties for the courts and parole board's review and consideration by preparing affidavits, petitions, orders, and warrants.
• Performs functions of the Wyoming Interstate Compact office in compliance with the ICAOS Rules and other federal, state, and local laws, and agency policy.
• Provides information and/or training about the Compact and the Interstate Compact Offender Tracking System (ICOTS) to agents, offenders, criminal justice personnel, and others.
• Tracks the movement of offenders across state lines, i.e., out-of-state offenders coming into Wyoming and Wyoming offenders going to other states.
• Ensures all ICOTS functions are completed within ICAOS time requirements.
• Reviews ICOTS documents for accuracy and completeness prior to transmission to another state and prior to transmission to our field offices.
• Contacts Interstate Compact offices in other states and Wyoming field offices, as needed, to accomplish the above tasks.
• Prepares transfer applications and other documents electronically for Wyoming offenders being supervised out of state who are requesting to transfer to a third state.
• Monitors Wyoming probationers/parolees who are incarcerated in other states, or who have been deported.
• Processes incoming and outgoing mail for the Compact office, including requests for information from agents, criminal justice organizations, and private entities.
• Copies file materials as requested by Wyoming field offices, prosecutors, the Attorney Generals Office, law enforcement, probation/parole agents from other states, Child Support, federal probation, and others in a timely manner.
• Uses the microfiche machine and electronic database for copying older file materials.
• Responds to telephone inquiries for information.

Qualifications

PREFERENCES:

Preference may be given to applicants who have worked in a correctional setting.

KNOWLEDGE:

• Knowledge of Wyoming laws and the criminal justice system, probation/parole policies and procedures, departmental policies, parole board procedures, and adult community corrections regulations.
• Knowledge of the rules and regulations of the Interstate Compact for Supervision of Adult Offenders.
• Knowledge of monitoring techniques and communication codes.
• Knowledge of general correctional philosophy.
• Skill in interpersonal relations.
• Skill in speaking with members of the public.
• Skill in oral and written communications.
• Skill in use of personal computers and software/database applications.
• Skill in data entry.
• Skill in interpersonal relationships and teamwork.
• Ability to work in stressful situations, be flexible, and accept new duties.
• Ability to multitask several items with different priorities at the same time.
• Knowledge of what documents and information can be released pursuant to DOC policy and state statutes.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Education:

Associates Degree (typically in Social Services)

Experience:

0-2 years of progressive work experience (typically in Adult Probation and Parole)

OR

Education & Experience Substitution:

2-4 years of progressive work experience (typically in Adult Probation and Parole)

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations:

None

Necessary Special Requirements

PHYSICAL WORKING CONDITIONS:

• Lifting/grasping up to 20 pounds without assistance on an occasional to regular basis.
• Walking on cement floors on an occasional to regular basis.
• Walking up and down stairs on an occasional basis.
• Stooping, bending, kneeling, crouching on an occasional basis.
• Reaching on a regular basis.
• Typing/Repetitive motion frequently.
• Talking/hearing frequently.
• Seeing: the visual ability to perform an activity such as analyzing data and figures, viewing a computer terminal, or extensive reading.

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.
• The Wyoming Department of Corrections is a Drug-Free Workplace. All staff is 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 and grounds.
• The Wyoming Department of Corrections is in compliance 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, harassment, and the elimination of prison rape.
• Successful applicants must pass a background/reference check and drug test prior to the appointment.
• WDOC offers a competitive benefits package including medical, dental, and life insurance, paid vacations and sick leave, paid holidays, a tuition reimbursement program, Wyoming State Retirement and 457 deferred compensation program, longevity pay, and opportunities for advancement.
• WDOC has a strict dress code policy to includes standards for facial hair, body art, and piercings/gauges. All applicants must meet the standards of this dress code to be considered for employment

Supplemental Information

080 Wyoming Department of Corrections - Field Services.

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 Resources Contact: Deborah.Hale@wyo.gov or 307-777-6136

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 9 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.

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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

(SOAP06) 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

Have you worked in a correctional setting?

• Yes
• No

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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

07

(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.

08

(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

Employer State of Wyoming

Address Human Resource Contact Information located in the

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Statewide, Wyoming, 82002

Phone 307-777-7188

Website http://agency.governmentjobs.com/wyoming/default.cfm