Executive Director - Judicial Conduct & Ethics

Executive Director - Commission on Judicial Conduct & Ethics

The Wyoming Commission on Judicial Conduct & Ethics is seeking an Executive Director to lead and administer all aspects of its constitutionally established work (Article 5, Section 6, Wyoming Constitution). The Executive Director serves as the central coordinator for the Commission’s volunteer members, managing meetings, hearings, and activities to ensure efficient, accurate operations while maintaining neutrality, confidentiality, and fairness.

The Commission provides a means of discipline for Wyoming’s judicial officers, including censure, suspension, removal, retirement, or other appropriate action. It has jurisdiction over justices of the Wyoming Supreme Court, district court judges and commissioners, and other judicial officers. Commission members are appointed by the Governor, the Wyoming State Bar, and the respective Judicial Conferences to represent diverse perspectives in the public and legal communities.

• Direct all Commission activities and operations in compliance with constitutional and Commission rules.
• Serve as the primary administrative support to Commission members.
• Oversee intake, review, and processing of judicial conduct complaints.
• Coordinate Investigatory, Adjudicatory, and Disciplinary Panel activities.
• Manage Commission subcommittees (e.g. education, rules, budget/legislative).
• Draft and manage legal documents (orders, subpoenas, certificates of record).
• Recruit, supervise, and support staff, temporary personnel, and disciplinary counsel.
• Develop and oversee the Commission’s biennium budget; process all fiscal activities, including payments and procurement through the Wyoming Financial System.
• Maintain accurate and confidential records and compile statistical reports.
• Provide information and procedural guidance to Commission members, complainants, judicial officers, and the public.
• Represent the Commission in public forums, education initiatives, and national organizations.
• Facilitate public education efforts through presentations, publications, and outreach.

• Knowledge and experience in the legal profession and judicial system.
• Ability to apply court rules, statutes, and codes of conduct.
• Strong project management, personnel management, and resource management skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Strong customer service skills and the ability to work with distressed or difficult individuals.
• Knowledge of Wyoming state government operations, including budget and procurement processes.

• At least five years of professional work experience in the legal profession or related to the judicial system, with a clear understanding of ethics, regulatory compliance, or investigative work.
• Bachelor’s degree in any discipline or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.
• Demonstrated leadership and organizational management experience, ideally within a public or legal institution.
• Strong written, oral, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Ability to exercise discretion, impartiality, and confidentiality in sensitive matters.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and ability to troubleshoot basic computer/website issues.

• Bachelor’s degree in public administration or legal studies, or an equivalent combination of training and experience.
• Legal training and experience, including paralegal education or experience.
• Supervisory and project management experience.
• Experience in government administration.
• Public Manager Certificate or Master of Public Administration.

• Use standard office equipment in an office environment.
• Stand and/or walk for periods of time.
• Read printed materials and computer screens.
• Communicate in person, virtually, and by phone.
• Occasionally lift up to 25 pounds.
• Occasional evenings, weekends, and travel required.

• Employment is At-Will.
• FLSA-Exempt.

Application requirements: A resume and cover letter are required as part of the application process.

To qualify for veteran’s preference under Wyo. Stat., applicants must have been a Wyoming resident for at least one year, have an honorable discharge, and submit Form DD‑214 for verification.

The State of Wyoming is an Equal Opportunity Employer and reasonably accommodates qualified applicants with disabilities.

• Job Posting:
  January 2026 – February 2026
• Interviews:
  March 2026 – April 2026
• Start Date:
  
  June 2026

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.