WHP Dispatcher II 2026-01995
Salary
$28.01 Hourly
Location
Cheyenne, WY
Job Type
Permanent Full-time
Job Number
2026-01995
Department
Department of Transportation
Division
Department of Transportation
Opening Date
08/10/2026
Closing Date
Continuous
FLSA
Non-Exempt
Job Classification
PSDI06
Description and Functions
Open Until Filled
GENERAL DESCRIPTION:
The Wyoming Department of Transportation (WYDOT) is an agency committed to providing a safe, high-quality, and efficient transportation system for the State of Wyoming. We are currently seeking a full-time Dispatcher II for the Wyoming Highway Patrol (WHP) Dispatch Program located in Cheyenne, Wyoming.
This position offers a:
$2,000 Hiring Bonus See notes for eligibility
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The Wyoming Highway Patrol dispatchers require excellent interpersonal skills, good memory retention, and the ability to calmly and accurately process information under pressure. Work involves rotating shifts, weekends, and holidays. This position works with minimal supervision and is responsible for dispatching law enforcement officers with the Wyoming Highway Patrol utilizing a two-way radio system and extensive computer operation. To see what life at WYDOT can mean for you, we invite you to view below:
When the unexpected happens on Wyoming's vast highways, yours is the first voice of hope. We arent just looking for operators; we are looking for the backbone of public safety-the steady hands and sharp minds who guide our Troopers and protect our citizens. Are you ready to level up? Please complete your application today to see if you have what it takes to join our agency and be ready to begin our next training phase in October.
Human Resource Contact: Keri Long 307-777-4104 Keri.Long@wyo.gov
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: The listed functions are illustrative only and are not intended to describe every function that may be performed at the job level.
Dispatches law enforcement and other emergency services personnel to specific locations via telephone and two-way radio network.
Monitors the status of field units, assigning additional resources as requested or required, and reaches appropriate and independent decisions from detailed and complex information.
In addition to Wyoming Highway Patrol activities, this position is responsible for dispatching the Game and Fish, Brand Inspectors, Bureau of Land Management, the Wyoming Livestock Board, the Division of Criminal Investigation, State Park Rangers, the U.S. Forest Service, and the Wyoming Outfitter Board.
An individual in this position must possess advanced knowledge of policy, procedures, and equipment operations and must have the ability to relate this knowledge to dispatchers and others.
In the absence of a supervisor, this position may provide support and guidance to less-experienced dispatchers.
Responsibilities may include participating in classroom training, one-on-one training, and in-service training to provide the foundation from which new dispatchers will draw information and build upon it throughout their law enforcement career.
Must acquire 20 hours of POST-certified training every two years to maintain state-required POST certification.
The next training cycle will begin in October.
Qualifications
PREFERENCES:
Preference will be given to candidates with two or more years of Wyoming Highway Patrol dispatch experience.
Preference will be given to candidates who have approved public safety dispatch certification.
Preference will be given to candidates who have good communication and people skills.
Preference will be given to candidates who have attention to detail, good memory retention, familiarity with computers, and strong typing ability.
KNOWLEDGE:
Knowledge of officer safety procedures and protocol.
Knowledge of Wyomings highway system, geography, topography, city, county, and state multi-jurisdictional boundaries, and the computerized mapping system.
Knowledge of the course of action required for managing hazardous material incidents concerning the response and relay of information for man-made and natural disasters. Interpret information from the Chemical Transportation Center and hazardous material guides.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Experience:
0-2 years of progressive work experience (typically in Dispatch) with acquired knowledge at the level of a Highway Patrol Dispatcher I
Education:
Associates Degree
OR
Education & Experience Substitution:
2-4 years of progressive work experience (typically in Dispatch) with acquired knowledge at the level of a Highway Patrol Dispatcher I
Certificates, Licenses, Registrations:
None
Necessary Special Requirements
PHYSICAL WORKING CONDITIONS:
Applicants must be able to work shifts, holidays, and weekends.
Applicants must be physically able to hear and record messages transmitted over radio, telephone, or similar devices.
NOTES:
FLSA: Non-Exempt
WHP Communications will be reviewing applications needed to fill positions during the duration of the job posting. Applicants chosen to move forward in the selection process will be contacted by WHP Communications.
Applicants must not have driving privileges suspended within 3 years of the test date.
Applicants will be subject to a thorough background investigation, including a credit check, psychological, polygraph, medical, and drug testing.
Applicants must pass an FBI fingerprint check and must not have any felony convictions or indictments.
Applicants must not have used marijuana within one (1) year of the test date.
Applicants must not have used any other controlled substance within three (3) years of the test date.
Must be a US Citizen.
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 part-time permanent 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.
Supplemental Information
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Click here to view the State of Wyoming total Compensation Calculator.
URL: http://agency.governmentjobs.com/wyoming/default.cfm
The State of Wyoming is an Equal Opportunity Employer and actively supports the ADA and reasonably accommodates qualified applicants with disabilities.
Class Specifications are subject to change, please refer to the A & I HRD Website to ensure that you have the most recent version.
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(AA) Which of the following best describes your highest completed level of education to date or within the next three (3) months? (Transcripts may be required.)
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(AA) Which of the following Quarter/Semester credit hours best describes your completed college education to date or within the next three (3) months? (Transcripts may be required.)
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(PSDI06) Which of the following best describes your work experience in dispatch? Experience definition: (This experience includes, but may not be limited to, the following: dispatch, dispatcher screening, records and office communication experience.)
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(AA) Describe your relevant experience below.
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Do you have two or more years of Wyoming Highway Patrol Dispatch experience?
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Do you have an approved public safety dispatch certification?
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Are you skilled in communication and working with people?
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Do you have strong attention to detail, good memory retention, computer proficiency, and solid typing skills?
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(A1) Where did you hear about this opportunity?
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(A1) If you selected "Current State Employee" please provide the employees first and last name, and include the department they work for if known. Please limit this response to only one employee. This employee may be eligible for a Referral bonus.
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(AA) If you answered Other, please tell us where you heard about this opportunity.
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(AA) VETERANS PREFERENCE DISCLOSURE: PER WYOMING STATUTE, current employees of the State of Wyoming are not eligible for veterans preference. If you are not a current employee of the State of Wyoming, to be eligible to receive veterans preference you MUST have been a resident of the State of Wyoming for a period of one (1) year or more at any time prior to submitting this application. I have read and understand the veterans preference disclosure.
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(AA) VETERANS PREFERENCE: If you are a war veteran as defined in section 101, Title 38, United States Code or are the surviving spouse of a war veteran who receives survivor benefits from the federal government based on the veterans military service, and wish to claim veterans preference, please attach the appropriate documentation substantiating your claim. Indicate below your appropriate veterans preference status. By requesting veterans preference, you are certifying that you meet the statutory requirements as described in the above disclosure.
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(AA) Please be advised that an incomplete application WILL NOT be considered for employment. An attached resume is not required and is not an acceptable substitution for a completed application. Some State of Wyoming agencies use 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 at https://www.uscis.gov/e-verify. I have read and understand the above statement.
Required Question
Employer State of Wyoming
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General Description Section
Statewide, Wyoming, 82002
Phone 307-777-7188
Website http://agency.governmentjobs.com/wyoming/default.cfm
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