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TROOPER II 2026-01496
State of Wyoming —Wyoming
- $39.30 an hour
- Weekends as needed
- Pass drug screening
- Public speaking
- 3 years
- Paid training
- Paid holidays
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City of Gillette, WY —Gillette, WY
- $32 an hour
- Full-time
- Computer literacy
- Pass drug screening
- Mid-level
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Town of Afton —Afton, WY
- $35 - $38 an hour
- Full-time
- Pass drug screening
- High school diploma or GED
- Driver's License
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Police Community Service Officer
CITY OF CHEYENNE —Cheyenne, WY
- $42,169 - $59,037 a year
- Full-time
- Background check
- 18 years or older
- Writing skills
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
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Detention Deputy
Albany County Government —Laramie, WY
- $53,000 a year
- Multiple hires
- Military
- Computer literacy
- Mid-level
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Sheridan County Detention Deputy
Sheridan County Sheriff's Office —Sheridan, WY
- From $59,809.50 a year
- Weekends as needed
- Background check
- Medication administration
- Basic math
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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TROOPER II 2026-01496

State of Wyoming -
Wyoming

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Job Details

Full-time
$39.30 an hour

Benefits

Paid training
457(b)
Paid holidays
Disability insurance
Health insurance
Dental insurance
Paid time off
On-the-job training
Uniform allowance
Paid housing
Vision insurance
Loan forgiveness
Flexible schedule
Life insurance
Pet insurance

Qualifications

Professional ethics
Driver's License
Peace Officer Certification
State-specific police officer certification

Full Job Description

Salary

$39.30 Hourly

Location

Statewide, WY

Job Type

Permanent Full-time

Job Number

2026-01496

Department

Department of Transportation

Division

Department of Transportation

Opening Date

06/05/2026

Closing Date

Continuous

FLSA

Determined by Position

Job Classification

PSHP08

Description and Functions

Open Until Filled

GENERAL DESCRIPTION:

Join the Wyoming Highway Patrol (WHP) and enjoy a rewarding career as a Wyoming State Trooper with the freedom to serve while having the respect and trust of the community as a Guardian of the Cowboy State.

WHP is seeking motivated applicants for the position of Trooper II to fill vacancies across Wyoming. The WHP Trooper II enforces the laws of the State of Wyoming through primary contact with the public and has statewide jurisdiction.

This position offers a:

**$2,000 Hiring Bonus** See notes for eligibility

Benefits of Living in Wyoming:

Strong public support for law enforcement within Wyoming
- The most recent WHP Public Satisfaction Survey showed that public perception of the Wyoming Highway Patrol is very good.
- Courtesy & Respectfulness of WHP personnel – 88% in 2024
- WHP responding to situations appropriately – 86% in 2024
- WHP meets expectations for highway patrol – 86% in 2024
Multiple Outdoor Recreational Activities for every family member
Low population
No state income tax

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, 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

Initial Training Benefits:

Paid training from day one
All equipment is issued to you at no cost
Thirty-three (33) college credit hours upon completion of the WHP Basic Academy training program, resulting in two credit diplomas through the WHP partnership with Laramie County Community College in Cheyenne, Wyoming.

Credit Diploma 1 for WHP Basic Academy (15 credits)
Credit Diploma 2 for WHP Academy (18 credits)

The WHP is a partner with the United States Veterans Administration On-The-Job Training Program. Eligible Veterans can receive additional compensation through this program while training with the Patrol. (This is an additional income up to your first two (2) years).

Additional Benefits:

Start and end your shift from home with your issued take-home patrol vehicle
Vested in the state retirement program at six years of service; 2.5% per year of service
457 Deferred Compensation Plan
Free State housing in certain remote duty stations
Medical insurance (health, dental, vision)
Life Insurance
Vacation and sick leave time are accrued monthly
Overtime Pay
Shift Differential Pay
On Call Pay
Longevity Pay
Compensation Time
Nine Paid Holidays
Up To 16 Hours of Annual Physical Fitness Paid Time Off
Cleaning Allowance
Clothing Allowance
Ongoing training: In Fiscal Year 2025, the WHP provided over 28,000 hours of Wyoming POST-accredited training to its State Troopers.

Special Assignment Opportunities:

Executive Protection Detail
Safety Education Advocate
Motor Carrier Inspector
Academy Instructor
Honor Guard
Public Information Officer
Special Response Team
SRT Sniper
Canine Handler
Academy Instructor
Executive Protection Detail
Commercial Carrier Inspector
Crash Investigation Team
Drone Operator
Honor Guard
Tactical Flight Officer
Field Training Officer
Drug Recognition Expert
Alive at 25 Instructor
Child Safety Seat Technician
Firearms Team
Homeland Security Investigations Task Force Officer
US Marshals Fugitive Task Force
Career promotional opportunities to include: Sergeant, Lieutenant, Captain, Major, Lieutenant Colonel, and Colonel.

WHP Troopers must:

Demonstrate a strong work ethic.
Possess care and compassion for others.
Approach daily activities with confidence, passion, and sincerity.
Be truthful, ethical, accountable, consistent, fair, and predictable.
Maintain a positive outlook while demonstrating patience and understanding of others.

WHP candidates must be able to complete the Wyoming Highway Patrol training academy and field training program. The length of these programs varies based on previous experience and/or certifications. Successful Trooper II candidates must be willing to live and work anywhere in Wyoming; assignments are based on the department's needs.

Human Resource Contact: Keri Long 307-777-4104 Keri.Long@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.

Assist with traffic law enforcement, crash investigations, citizen assistance, executive or dignitary protection, safety awareness activities/promotion, and public speaking.
Ensure excellent communication skills with the public, peers, chain of command, and internal and external stakeholders in all situations.
Anticipate and adapt to continuously changing situations and maintain self-control under stressful situations. This includes working alone while making sound decisions at a moment's notice.
Administer first/medical aid.
Other duties include court appearances, criminal interdiction, commercial vehicle enforcement, education, and other tasks as assigned.

Qualifications

PREFERENCES/** AGENCY REQUIREMENTS::

**Trooper II applicants must possess an Advanced Peace Officer Certification or higher through the Wyoming Peace Officers Standards & Training Commission (P.O.S.T.) or equivalent from another state as recognized by Wyoming P.O.S.T. that is based on years of service and training hours. Wyoming P.O.S.T. will determine this (See NOTES section for more information on P.O.S.T. certification.).

The above requirements are for Trooper II positions only. P.O.S.T. certification is not a requirement for a Trooper I position. If you do not meet the above requirements, please apply for a Trooper I position.

NECESSARY SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:

WHP APPLICANT TESTING WILL BE HELD ON THE FOLLOWING DATES:

Class 112: August 24–26, 2026. All requirements must be complete by August 13, 2026 to attend this testing cycle.
Class 113: March 15–17, 2027. All requirements must be complete by March 5, 2027, to attend this testing cycle.

WHP APPLICANT TESTING:

Each applicant must attend WHP testing in Cheyenne, Wyoming, if selected. Failure to attend this testing process will remove the applicant from the hiring process. Failure at any point in the testing process will remove the applicant from further consideration.
- The applicant is responsible for their own travel, lodging, meals, and transportation during and for the testing process. The WHP will not pay for or reimburse you for the cost of attending testing.
One week prior to WHP testing, each applicant must have successfully taken and passed the Public Safety Test (PST) (www.PublicSafetyTesting.com). To find locations to take the test: www.ncta-testing.org/interactivemap.
- This test will cost you $62. The WHP will not reimburse you for the cost of the test.
- Failure to take the test one week before WHP testing or failing the PST will preclude the applicant from further consideration in this testing process.

WHP Testing consists of the following:

Orientation with WHP Executive Staff
Physical Fitness Assessment (WYRAP/Row Machine)
If successful with WYRAP, participate in and pass an Oral Interview Board
If successful with the Oral Interview Board, participate in and pass a deception test called EyeDetect
If successful with EyeDetect, participate in and pass a psychological evaluation.

We reserve the right to disqualify any applicant from the hiring process at any time, for any reason, throughout the recruitment period.

Background investigation Phase:

Once successful with the WHP Test processes, all successful applicants move into background investigations. The background investigation phase is lengthy and very in-depth. Failure to comply with a request from a background investigator, failure to complete the requirement paperwork, or discovery of a disqualifying factor will disqualify the applicant from continuing in the hiring process.
If successful in the background investigation phase, each successful applicant will be submitted to the WHP Executive Staff for hiring decisions and duty station assignment

WHP Academy:

New hires who do not meet the P.O.S.T. standards for advanced peace officer certification must attend the entire 20-week academy.
New hires who qualify for advanced peace officer through P.O.S.T. must attend the 6-week pre-certified officer academy.
Both groups start on the same date as part of the WHP Academy.

KNOWLEDGE:

Basic research and understanding of the job duties of a Wyoming State Trooper.
Understand the challenges of Wyoming weather.
Healthy physical fitness and nutrition habits.
Comprehension of the Wyoming Highway Patrol testing process.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Education:

High School Diploma /GED/ or equivalent

Experience:

3-5 years of work experience working with the public, which includes 1-2 years as a certified law enforcement officer in Wyoming or equivalent in another state, or as a Trooper with Wyoming Highway Patrol.

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations:
Applicant must possess the Advanced POST certification through the Wyoming Peace Officers Standards and Training Commission or equivalent certification through another state.

Necessary Special Requirements

PHYSICAL WORKING CONDITIONS:

Work outdoors in varying weather conditions.
Troopers must be able to work shifts, holidays, and weekends.

NOTES:

FLSA: Non-exempt
Must be 21 years of age or older at the time of hire.
Have a visual acuity of, or be correctable, to 20/20 or better.
All applicants must bring a photo ID (driver's license).
Applicants are required to successfully pass the Public Safety Testing process before attending the testing in Cheyenne, Wyoming.
Applicants must complete a program of initial training at the Wyoming Highway Patrol Academy and pass a series of tests, including a written, oral, physical, psychological, polygraph or equivalent examination, and drug test, as provided before the appointment.
Before you leave WHP testing, you will be given a list of agency vacancies for you to choose your top 3 duty station choices from the given vacancy list
To see if you qualify under P.O.S.T. regulations, please contact the Wyoming Peace Officers Standards & Training Commission directly at 307-358-8213.
When the offer of employment is made, the applicant will also be advised of their assigned duty station.
The Wyoming Department of Transportation is a Drug-Free Workplace.
E-Verify: WYDOT uses 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.
Qualifying eligibility and criteria for the hiring bonus:
- Acceptance of a permanent, full-time position posted for public recruitment.
- Temporary employees accepting a full-time position.
  - Current employees accepting a promotional opportunity - recruitment must have been opened to the public.
  - One year of service to WYDOT must be completed; failure to complete this requirement will forfeit the hiring incentive, and funds will be recouped from final pay.
  - Internal candidates would be required to remain in the position for a minimum of one (1) year from their promotion date.
  - Employees would only be eligible for one (1) hiring bonus in a 12-month period.
  - If the employee elects to downgrade through an active recruitment and/or appointment during the twelve (12) month period, they would be required to pay the bonus back.
For questions and clarification, please contact a Wyoming Highway Patrol Recruiter at [email protected].

Supplemental Information

045-Department of Transportation - WYDOT-Highway Patrol - Field Operations

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
.

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