Port Of Entry Officer

GENERAL DESCRIPTION

Open Until Filled

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 I for the Port of Entry Program in Gillette, 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 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.

Gillette is located on the rolling hills midway between Mount Rushmore and Yellowstone National Park and is one hour from Devil’s Tower National Monument. The Powder River Basin, a geological structural basin, produces over one-third of our nation’s coal.

You’ll have easy access to: hunting, fishing, camping, skiing, snowmobiling, hiking, golfing, and other outdoor activities in the Black Hills or Big Horn Mountains. Enjoy all Wyoming has to offer - including no state income tax!

For information on the Wyoming Department of Transportation’s purpose, mission, vision, and values, please visit our website.

• **$2,000 Hiring Bonus** See Notes section 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!

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Human Resource Contact:
Keri Long /  / Keri.

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• 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.

Preference may be given to applicants who have previous experience with customer service interactions and computer-related skills. However, anyone interested in these areas is encouraged to apply. We will provide the successful applicant with training and mentorship to ensure that you have the resources and knowledge needed to succeed.

• Knowledge of the use of computers, typing, and ten-key, applying knowledge in evaluating and decision-making.
• Knowledge of state and federal commercial carrier rules, regulations, and statutes.

Education: Associate's Degree (typically in Business)

Experience: No prior experience required

Education & Experience Substitution: 1-3 years of progressive work experience

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations: None

• Duties may be…