Trooper I 2026-00666
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Trooper I 2026-00666
Salary
$29.30 Hourly
Location
Statewide, WY
Job Type
Permanent Full-time
Job Number
2026-00666
Department
Department of Transportation
Division
Department of Transportation
Opening Date
03/18/2026
Closing Date
Continuous
FLSA
Determined by Position
Job Classification
PSHP07
Description
Benefits
Questions
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.
This position offers a: $2,000 Hiring Bonus See notes for eligibility
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 (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)
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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
NECESSARY SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:
WHP APPLICANT TESTING WILL BE HELD ON THE FOLLOWING DATES:
Class 112: August 24-26, 2026
Class 113: March 15-17, 2027
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's 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:
Issued take-home 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
Available Overtime Pay as required
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
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
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.
The Wyoming Highway Patrol (WHP) is seeking motivated applicants for the position of Trooper I to fill vacancies across Wyoming. The Wyoming Highway Patrol Trooper I enforces the laws of the State of Wyoming through primary contact with the public and has statewide jurisdiction.
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 I candidates must be willing to live and work anywhere in Wyoming; assignments are based on the balance of the desire of the applicant and the needs of the Department, with your duty station assignment provided to you at your time of hire.
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 in 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 changing situations and maintain self-control under stressful situations continuously. 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
NECESSARY SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:
WHP APPLICANT TESTING:
Each applicant, if approved, must attend WHP testing in person in Cheyenne, Wyoming. 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. You will receive an email prior to testing if you are invited to in-person testing.
The applicant is responsible for their 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:
Every applicant who is hired must successfully attend and pass the WHP State Trooper Academy.
New hires who do not meet the P.O.S.T. standards for advanced peace officer certification must attend the entire minimum 20-week academy.
New hires who qualify for advanced peace officer through P.O.S.T. must attend the 6-week Onboarding.
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 & Experience Substitution:
High School Diploma or Equivalent, PLUS 2 years of work experience working with the public
OR
Education:
Associate's Degree (typically in Law Enforcement)
Experience:
1 year of work experience working with the public
Certificates, Licenses, Registrations:
None
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, 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 pass a series of tests, including a written, oral, physical, psychological, polygraph or equivalent examination, and a 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 three (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 (http://everify.gov/) , including your rights and responsibilities.
**Qualifying eligibility and criteria for the hiring bonus
Temporary employees accepting a part-time permanent 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 whprecruiting@wyo.gov
Supplemental Information
045-Department of Transportation - WYDOT-Highway Patrol - Safety & Training
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
Know your full value.
Your paycheck is only part of the picture. The State of Wyoming offers a Total Compensation Calculator that shows the full value of your salary plus benefits, so you can clearly see what your complete compensation package looks like.
Explore your total compensation:https://compensationcalculator.wyo.gov/
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) .
