Trooper II 2026-01496

State of Wyoming•Statewide, WY

1d•Onsite

About The Position

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. Benefits of Living in Wyoming include strong public support for law enforcement, positive public perception of the WHP, courtesy & respectfulness of WHP personnel, WHP responding to situations appropriately, WHP meeting expectations for highway patrol, multiple outdoor recreational activities for every family member, low population, and 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! Initial Training Benefits include paid training from day one, all equipment issued at no cost, and 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. The WHP is a partner with the United States Veterans Administration On-The-Job Training Program, where eligible Veterans can receive additional compensation while training with the Patrol.

Requirements

Applicant 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.
High School Diploma /GED/ or equivalent
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.
Applicant must possess the Advanced POST certification through the Wyoming Peace Officers Standards and Training Commission or equivalent certification through another state.
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.

Nice To Haves

Eligible Veterans can receive additional compensation through the United States Veterans Administration On-The-Job Training Program while training with the Patrol.

Responsibilities

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.

Benefits

$2,000 Hiring Bonus
Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance
Paid vacation
Sick leave
FMLA
Holidays
Pension and 457B plans
Paid training from day one
All equipment is issued 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
Additional compensation through the United States Veterans Administration On-The-Job Training Program for eligible Veterans
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
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 opportunities