Records and Communication Lead 2026-01658

GENERAL DESCRIPTION: 


The Wyoming Department of Corrections seeks a candidate to manage systems and actions related to official Department records, public records requests, and external communications. This candidate will recommend and implement department-wide policies and procedures for unit managers. This will include state retention schedules and oversight of records maintenance, retrieval, and retirement practices while ensuring compliance with state, federal, and department requirements. In addition, this position will oversee the Department's internal and external communications program, including maintaining press contacts, serving as the primary point of contact for press/media and ensuring the release of public records/information. As well as manage, coordinate, and oversee the Department's statutorily mandated public records request program.

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: Anna Krier 307-777-6404 or hrhelp-cofs@wyo.gov


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

• Oversee the department's records management system to include retention schedules, storage, training, amending, legal holds, and quality assurance.
• Manage, review, and revise the Department policy governing the department-wide records management system and digital archiving system.
• Manage official Departmental internal and external communications to include communications with the public and press, maintenance of intranet and internet sites, and development and maintenance of communication policies.
• Manage, coordinate, and oversee the Department's statutorily mandated public records request system.
• Respond to public records requests in accordance with statutory requirements.
• Function as the Department's public records designee.
• Function as a Divisional resource for other  Departmental projects.
• Assist the Department of Correctional Industries program in marketing and communications of their goods and services.