PORT OF ENTRY OFFICER I 2026-02204

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. 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 training 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 will be given to those with computer skills. 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 & Experience Substitution: 1-3 years of progressive work experience in office communications Certificates, Licenses, Registrations: None OR Education: Associate's Degree (typically in Business) Experience: No prior experience required 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 require work outside and in inclement weather at times. NOTES: - FLSA: Non-exempt The successful applicant will be subjected to a thorough background investigation. The Wyoming Department of Transportation & Wyoming Highway Patrol are Drug-Free Workplaces. - 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, 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.