Youth Services Security Officer Overnight Shift

Sheridan, CO - USA

Hourly Salary: $ 18 - 20

Posted on: 08-11-2025

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Description and Functions

Open Until Filled

GENERAL DESCRIPTION:

Youth Services Security officers conduct operations of the Risk Management Department ensuring the safety and security of the juvenile correctional facility Wyoming Girls School (WGS) that serves a potential 60 adjudicated female delinquents ages 12-21; for the purpose of changing their thinking and behavior of delinquency and dysfunction to become more productive members of their community and lessen the threat to re-offend upon their release.

The State of Wyomings total compensation package is excellent and includes:

Culture of public service and a commitment to work/life balance.
Paid holidays vacation and sick leave.
Retirement investment options with employer contributions.
Comprehensive Benefits package including Health Dental Life Vision Short Term Disability and more with an employer contribution toward premiums.
Longevity Pay.

Human Resource Contact:

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

Provides for the safety and security of residents during awake hours.
Monitors support and assistresidents and staff.
Responds to all emergencies.
Produces and/or reviews incident reports.
Manages radio traffic regarding facility events andresident movement.
Greets guests in a manner that reflects a positive image and excellent customer service.
Frequently transportsresidents to and from appointments and activities.
Directs or assists in investigations involving risk management safety and welfare of residents and staff.

Qualifications

KNOWLEDGE:

Ability to manage crises in compliance with MANDT principles WGS policy and Wyoming State Law.
Ability to participate implement and utilize advanced crisis intervention training.
Basic and MANDT training.
CPR/First Aid/Bloodborne Pathogens training.
Defensive Driving Certification.
Suicide Intervention and Prevention training.
Knowledge of PREA (Prison Rape Elimination Act) standards and practices.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Education:

High School Diploma

Experience:

0-2 years of progressive work experience (typically in Youth Services) with acquired knowledge at the level of a Youth Services Aide

Education & ExperienceSubstitution:

1-3 years of progressive work experience (typically in Youth Services) with acquired knowledge at the level of a Youth Services Aide

Certificates Licenses Registrations:

None

Necessary Special Requirements

PHYSICAL WORKING CONDITIONS:

This position will work 10-hour shifts
May be required to work weekends and holidays
Must have the physical ability to complete the MANDT certification

NOTES:

FLSA: Non-Exempt
All positions within the Department of Family Services will require a background check including taking fingerprints which 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.

Supplemental Information

049-Department of Family Services - Wyoming Girls School

Clickhere to view the State of Wyoming Classification and Pay Structure.

URL: 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.

Required Experience:

Unclear Seniority

Description and FunctionsOpen Until FilledGENERAL DESCRIPTION:Youth Services Security officers conduct operations of the Risk Management Department ensuring the safety and security of the juvenile correctional facility Wyoming Girls School (WGS) that serves a potential 60 adjudicated female delinque...