Port of Entry Officer

Open Until Filled General Description

The Wyoming Department of Transportation (WYDOT) is committed to providing a safe, high-quality, and efficient transportation system for the State of Wyoming. The Wyoming Highway Patrol (WHP) and WYDOT lead in public safety, ensuring a safer tomorrow.

The WHP within WYDOT is seeking a Port of Entry Officer for the Port of Entry Program in Evanston, Wyoming. Port of Entry Officers have multiple advancement opportunities during their career.

• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance
• Paid vacation, sick leave, FMLA, and holidays
• Retirement - Pension and 457B plans
• Flexible schedules and work-life balance options
• Meaningful work that makes a difference for Wyoming communities
• 2,000 Hiring Bonus

• Work the counter at Ports of Entry and inspect the paperwork of commercial carrier drivers.
• Weigh and measure trucks to ensure compliance with rules, regulations, and statutes.
• Verify and issue permits to commercial carriers.
• Collect fees and maintain and reconcile a cash drawer daily.
• Train with the lead officer to learn the Port of Entry system’s policies and procedures.
• Issue summons (citations) for violations of specific State Statutes regarding the safe and legal movement of commercial vehicles in Wyoming.

Preference may be given to applicants who have previous experience with customer service interactions and computer related skills. However, anyone interested in these areas is encouraged to apply. We will provide training and mentorship to ensure you have the resources and knowledge needed to succeed.

• Knowledge and use of computers, typing, and ten‑key.
• Knowledge in evaluating and decision‑making.
• Knowledge of state and federal commercial carrier rules, regulations, and statutes.

• Education:
  
  Associate’s Degree (typically in Business).
• Experience:
  
  No prior experience required.
• Or Education & Experience Substitution: 1–3 years of progressive work experience.
• Certificates, Licenses, Registrations:
  None.

• Duties may be performed at the location and roadside with the mobile education and enforcement team.
• This position entails shift work that may be specific to a particular location.
• This position will also require you to work outside and in inclement weather at times.

• FLSA:
  Non‑Exempt.
• The Wyoming Department of Transportation & Wyoming Highway Patrol are drug‑free workplaces.
• The successful applicant will be subjected to a thorough background investigation.
• E‑Verify is used to confirm eligibility of all newly hired employees to work in the United States.

• 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 must 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.

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