Port of Entry Officer I 2025-00644

Job Opportunity : Port of Entry Officer

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 Kemmerer, 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 :

• 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

Kemmerer is home of the original J.C. Penney store! The area is known for two great, family-friendly annual events - the FossilFest and the Oyster Ridge Music Festival, which is Wyoming's largest free music fest. Nearby Fossil Butte National Monument offers the opportunity to view fossils, fossil excavation, and hiking. For those who want to explore more, Kemmerer is a short two-hour drive to Salt Lake City. Wyoming is one of nine states with no state income tax.

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

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Working for the State of Wyoming provides employees with a range of valuable benefits and offers a fulfilling career path. Employees enjoy comprehensive healthcare coverage, including medical, dental, and vision plans, ensuring their well-being and that of their families. Additionally, the state offers multiple retirement plans, which provide financial security and stability for employees once their career in public services comes to an end. The state recognizes the importance of personal time and offers generous paid time off and flexible arrangements, allowing employees to recharge, take care of personal matters, and maintain a healthy work-life integration. There are many benefits to living and working in Wyoming. Beautiful country with wide-open spaces, clean air, great recreational activities, and no State income tax to mention a few!