Salary: $ $36.40 Hourly

Location : Governmental Complex Downtown, Cheyenne

Job Type: Full Time

Job Number:

Department: Sheriff's Department

Opening Date: 04/22/2024

Hiring Range: $ $31.20 Hourly

Full Salary Range: $ $36.40 Hourly

Summary

Protects lives and property, and preserves the peace in Laramie County through the patrolling of assigned areas, impartial enforcement of laws and ordinances, detaining and interviewing violators, apprehension of suspects, and responding to calls for assistance.

Essential Job Functions

(Essential function, as defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include the following tasks, knowledge, skills and other characteristics. This list of tasks is ILLUSTRATIVE ONLY, and is not a comprehensive listing of all functions and tasks performed by positions in this class.)

• Patrols assigned areas, looking for illegal, hazardous and suspicious activities and persons; provides back-up assistance, scene security and protection for regional emergency services personnel.
• Enforces local, state and Federal laws, and enforces compliance with regulations and ordinances.
• Responds to emergency and non-emergency calls for service; interrogates and communicates with victims, witnesses and suspects in cases; secures and documents crime scene and property; identifies and collects evidence.
• Arrests law violators; locates, pursues and arrests criminal suspects; transports and processes prisoners; testifies in court; serves arrest and search warrants; serves and enforces orders of protection.
• Conducts traffic stops and investigates traffic accidents; assists victims and witnesses, and investigates incidents as required.
• Represents the Sheriff's Department at court hearings; prepares reports and materials requested and subpoenaed by the courts; and testifies in court cases.
• Completes detailed reports and required technical paperwork.
• Identifies, attends and conducts training and educational programs and seminars.
• Maintains patrol vehicles and equipment in clean and effective operating order.
• Assists and interacts with other Sheriff's personnel, County departments, outside organizations and businesses, and Federal, state and local law enforcement organizations in order to accomplish tasks.
• Participates in and presents preventive education and information through community and school awareness projects; informs residents on law enforcement activities, programs and resources.
• May serve special assignment as detective, forensics specialist, instructor, negotiator, SWAT specialist, or special skills trainer; may be assigned to special enforcement, intervention and investigative teams, or to specific enforcement region.
• As assigned, serves civil and criminal process documents, warrants, restraining orders and subpoenas; manages process for foreclosures, property seizures, evictions and abandoned vehicles.
• Performs search and surveillance duties as required; performs follow-up investigations as assigned.
• Maintains the integrity, professionalism, values and goals of the Sheriff's Department by assuring that all rules and regulations are followed, and that accountability and public trust are preserved.
• Performs other duties as assigned or required.

Qualifications

Knowledge and Skills:

• Knowledge of Sheriff's Department policies and procedures, rules of evidence, pursuit and search techniques and procedures, and criminal and traffic codes.
• Knowledge of county, state and Federal laws, regulations, statutes and ordinances.
• Knowledge of the criminal justice and court systems, procedures and protocols in Wyoming.
• Knowledge of investigative and interrogative procedures, and protocols for observation and memorization of critical details.
• Knowledge of modern law enforcement principles, practices, methods, techniques and equipment.
• Knowledge of hazardous chemicals and materials, first aid and CPR.
• Knowledge of the geography, roads, and landmarks of Laramie County.
• Skill in the care, maintenance and safe operation of a variety of firearms, impact weapons, chemical agents, and other law enforcement tools and equipment.
• Skill in interpreting laws and regulations, making decisions, maintaining composure, and working effectively under stressful conditions and emergency situations.
• Skill in interacting with people of different social, economic, and ethnic backgrounds.
• Skill in communicating with violators, recognizing suspicious behavior patterns, mediating difficult situations, and using effective arrest & control techniques.
• Skill in operating motor vehicles and special equipment during emergency, high risk situations.
• Skill in operating a personal computer and software applications.
• Skill in following and effectively communicating verbal and written instructions.
• Skill in working independently or as a team member.

Minimum Qualifications:

High School Diploma or GED equivalent; must pass a thorough background investigation; must pass Certification requirements by the Wyoming Peace Officer Standards and Training Commission; must have a valid driver's license; must maintain a level of physical fitness to meet Department standards.

Laramie County provides a competitive benefits package. For a detailed summary of the benefits provided please click the link below to access our benefit page.

01

I am aware that refusal to a medical examination, psychological examination, polygraph and urinalysis is grounds for disqualification from the process.

• YES
• NO

02

Have you omitted, misstated, or falsely stated any information in writing, or orally to the Personnel Officer during the course of the application process?

• YES
• NO

03

Will you be at least 21 years of age on or before the hire date?

• YES
• NO

04

Are you a United States Citizen?

• YES
• NO

05

Are you willing to work alone without readily available assistance from other law enforcement officers?

• YES
• NO

06

Are you willing and able to work shift work, including weekends and holidays?

• YES
• NO

07

Have you ever been convicted of a felony of theft?

• YES
• No

08

Do you understand that this position requires a comprehensive background investigation, including contacts with all references, employers, co-workers, close personal associates, etc., and review of my driving record, credit history, criminal history, and service in the military as well as undergo a pre-employment polygraph, psychological evaluation, physical examination, and a urinalysis drug test. You must pass Certification requirements by the Wyoming Peace Officer Standards and Training Commission: must have a valid drivers license: must maintain a level of physical fitness to meet Sheriff's Office standards.

• YES
• NO

09

Have you used Marijuana in the last year?

• YES
• NO

10

Due to the legalization of marijuana in several states prior marijuana use will be reviewed on a case by case basis. Please describe below your use of marijuana including where it was used, the last date of use and a description of frequency.

11

Have you illegally used Steroids in the last six years?

• YES
• NO

12

As an adult, starting at the age of 18, have you ever sold any illegal drugs outside a Law Enforcement capacity?

• YES
• NO

13

Have you used designer drugs such as Ecstasy, cocaine or similar designer drugs in the last six years?

• YES
• NO

14

Has your drivers' license been suspended within the last three years?

• YES
• NO

15

Have you been convicted of DWI or DUI in the last three years?

• YES
• NO

16

As an adult starting at the age of 18, did you ever use Heroin, LSD, PCP, Crank, Crystal Meth or inhalants?

• YES
• NO

17

Have you had three or more moving violations in the last three years?

• YES
• NO

18

Have you been convicted of Driving Under Suspension in the last three years?

• YES
• NO

19

Have you ever been convicted, entered a guilty plea or been given probation before judgment for any assault that occurred in a domestic setting?

• YES
• NO

20

Have you ever been convicted for Domestic Violence in a court of law?

• YES
• NO

21

Have you ever been convicted for an offense that was the result of a Domestic Violence arrest?

• YES
• NO

22

Have you ever been arrested for Domestic Violence ?

• YES
• NO

23

Do you have three or more years of police or law enforcement experience ?

• YES
• NO

24

Have you worked with us before? If so where?

25

Are you currently a Peace Officer in Wyoming or another State? Please explain

26

Have you been employed as a Peace Officer in Wyoming or another state within the last three years. If so, please explain.

27

Do you have a High School Diploma or GED equivalent ?

• YES
• NO

Required Question

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