Trooper III; K9

Position: Trooper III (K9) 2026-01624
Description and Functions

GENERAL DESCRIPTION:

The Wyoming Highway Patrol (WHP) is hiring for a Trooper III, Explosives detection K-9 handler for Troop O. This sworn officer position is essential to keep the peace and provide public safety in the State of Wyoming. This officer enforces the law, responds to calls for service, provides assistance to motorists and fellow law enforcement officers, and investigates crashes as a Trooper position, along with the additional K-9 roles and responsibilities in addition to any explosives detection duties.

As a K-9 officer in the agency, this position is an integral part of our explosives detection program and dignitary section. This position provides leadership and expertise to fellow officers throughout the state, which allows us to accomplish our agency's mission, goals, and objectives. The K-9 Handler is considered a seasoned officer with specialized areas of expertise that require considerable additional training

Human Resource Contact:
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ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

The listed functions are illustrative only and are not intended to describe every function that may be performed in the job level.

* Trooper III's take on an additional duty which is critical to the agency's mission and which requires extensive additional training, certification, and responsibility.

* Trooper III's perform all of the functions of a Trooper II plus the following:

* Motor Carrier Officers

* Canine Handlers

* Executive Protection Officers

Qualifications

PREFERENCES/AGENCY REQUIREMENTS:

The Wyoming Highway Patrol (WHP) is hiring for a Trooper III, K9 Handler. This sworn officer position is essential to keep the peace and provide public safety in the State of Wyoming. This officer enforces the law, responds to calls for service, provides assistance to motorists and fellow law enforcement officers, and investigates crashes as a Trooper position, along with the additional K-9 roles and responsibilities.

As a K-9 officer in the agency, this position is an integral part of our explosive detection program and dignitary section.

This position provides leadership and expertise to fellow officers throughout the state, which allows us to accomplish our agency's mission, goals, and objectives. The K-9 Handler is considered a seasoned officer with specialized areas of expertise that require considerable additional training

KNOWLEDGE:

* Healthy physical fitness and nutrition habits.

* Knowledge of State Statutes, some Commercial Vehicle Rules and Regulations, W.H.P. Operational Policies and Memoranda, Rules of Criminal Procedure, Rules of Arrest, Use of Force, Wyoming Highway System, local court decisions, state court decisions, Supreme Court decisions, Search and Seizure laws, Rules of Evidence, Explosive Devices, Street Gang Activity, Extremist Groups

* Knowledge and skills in Emergency Vehicle Operations, Firearms Proficiency to Patrol Specifications, Proper use of Standard Patrol Issued Equipment (RADAR, Camera, Radio, etc.), Custody and Control, Crash Investigations, Basic Emergency Care, Dealing with the Mentally Ill, Crime Scene Management, Photography, Media Relations, Officer Survival, Crisis Management, Conduct Building Searches

* Skills in interpersonal communications (written & verbal); communicate verbally and in writing.

* Ability to comprehend new information and apply that which has been learned on the job.

* Establish and maintain effective working relationships.

* Knowledge and skills related to additional full-time duties.

* Ability to make sound and independent decisions, react decisively and quickly, assert self when necessary to exert control over others, maintain composure and perform effectively in stressful situations.

* Must be reliable, thorough, punctual, and accurate.

* Demonstrate a history of personal and professional honesty and integrity.

* Ability to accept advice and constructive criticism.

* Ability to conduct crash investigations.

* Knowledge of, skill, and ability to administer first aid.

* Ability to identify, interpret, and control dangerous situations; apprehend uncooperative individuals; appropriately apply the use of force.

* Work under adverse weather environments & adapt to changes in working condition

* Knowledge of Explosive Devices

* Knowledge of Street Gang Activity

* Knowledge of Extremist Groups

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Education:

High School Diploma /GED/ or equivalent

Experience:

6 years of work experience working with the public, which includes 3 years as a P.O.S.T. certified law enforcement officer or as a Trooper with the Wyoming Highway Patrol.

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations:

Applicant must possess the Professional P.O.S.T. certification through the Wyoming Peace Officers Standards and Training Commission or equivalent certification through another state.

Necessary

Special Requirements

PHYSICAL

WORKING CONDITIONS:

* Ability to work irregular or extended hours with an ever-changing schedule. Typical

schedules include overtime, nights, holidays, and weekends on a regular…