Port of Entry Officer I 2025-03067
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Port of Entry Officer I 2025-03067
Salary
$18.56 Hourly
Location
Sheridan, WY
Job Type
Permanent Full-time
Job Number
2025-03067
Department
Department of Transportation
Division
Department of Transportation
Opening Date
12/19/2025
Closing Date
Continuous
FLSA
Non-Exempt
Job Classification
PSPE04
Description
Benefits
Questions
Description and Functions
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. As an agency, the Wyoming Highway Patrol (WHP) and WYDOT are leaders and partners 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 Sheridan, Wyoming. The WHP Ports of Entry enhance highway safety and help preserve the highway infrastructure while providing various services essential to commercial vehicle operations throughout the State of Wyoming.
Port of Entry Officers have multiple advancement opportunities during their career, including Officer, Special Officer, CVSA Inspector, Lead Officer, Port Supervisor, Port Region Manager, and other advancement opportunities such as Mobile Education and Enforcement Teams, Quality Control, Compliance Review, Office of Overweight Loads, Port of Entry Training Coordinator, and Towing and Recovery Program Coordinator
This position offers a:
$2,000 Hiring Bonus See notes for eligibility
Culture of public service and a commitment to work/life balance
Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance
State Retirement plan and additional savings opportunities (deferred compensation)
Paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays
Enjoy all historic Western Sheridan has to offer! At the foot of the Big Horn Mountains, you'll have easy access to hunting, fishing, camping, ATV trails, skiing, snowmobiling, hiking, golfing, other outdoor activities, and too many festivals and events to mention. Don't forget the famous WYO Rodeo held in July and February! Feel like city activities? Billings, Montana, is less than two hours away. And Wyoming is one of only seven states with no income tax.
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.
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.
These officers may spend considerable time in a training setting with the lead officer learning the Port of Entry system's requisite policies and procedures.
These officers will be expected to become qualified to issue summons (citations) for violations of specific State Statutes regarding the safe and legal movement of commercial vehicles in Wyoming.
Qualifications
PREFERENCES:
Preference may be given to applicants who have previous experience with customer service interactions and computer-related skills.
Preference may be given to applicants with a valid driver's license.
Preference may be given to candidates with a high school diploma or GED.
However, anyone interested in these areas is encouraged to apply. We will provide the successful applicant with training and mentorship to ensure that you have the resources and knowledge needed to succeed.
KNOWLEDGE:
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.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
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
Necessary Special Requirements
PHYSICAL WORKING CONDITIONS:
Duties may be performed at the location and the 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 be required to work outside and in inclement weather at times.
NOTES:
FLSA: Non-Exempt
The Wyoming Department of Transportation & Wyoming Highway Patrol 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 aboutE-Verify (https://www.uscis.gov/e-verify) , including your rights and responsibilities.
**Qualifying eligibility and criteria for the hiring bonus
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.
Supplemental Information
045-Department of Transportation - WYDOT-Highway Patrol - Port of Entry - North Region Mgr.
Click here (https://ai.wyo.gov/divisions/human-resources/consultative-services/compensation/pay-tables-salary-averages) to view the State of Wyoming Classification and Pay Structure.
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.
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.
Employees enjoy:
Comprehensive health coverage- medical, dental, and vision plans for you and your family
Voluntary Benefits- including life insurance for you and family members, ambulance, pet insurance, short/long-term disability, flex spending and health savings accounts
Multiple retirement options- including the Wyoming Retirement System and a 457B account, helping you plan for long-term financial security
Generous paid leave and flexible schedules- vacation, sick leave, paid FMLA and 11 paid holidays each year
Public Service Loan Forgiveness eligibility- for those with qualifying student loans
Training and professional development- to support your career growth and advancement
Employee Assistance Program - Includes paid short-term counseling, legal, financial and work-life benefits and select employee discounts
Wellness Program - Earn paid time off and incentives by focusing on your personal health
WORKING FOR THE GREATEST STATE IN THE NATION - Wyoming offers a lifestyle you can't find anywhere else - wide-open spaces, clean air, friendly communities, year-round recreation, andno state income tax.
Click here for detailed information (https://ai.wyo.gov/for-job-seekers/benefit-information) or you can watch this short video to learn about our benefit package! (https://youtu.be/DxeKSDMAjcw?si=90XLWN-kJ1Y0EGfL) .
