Police Officer

Why Join Us

We are seeking dedicated, community‑minded individuals to serve as Police Officers. Monthly testing is conducted on the 3rd Friday of each month. Lateral transfers are welcome, and we recognize prior service with a seamless transition.

Career growth is emphasized: after meeting internal performance and training criteria, officers may be promoted to the rank of Master Officer, which carries increased responsibilities and a salary range of $76,217 – $94,494.

Compensation

Competitive salary with a retirement pension and a comprehensive benefits package.

Benefits

• Wyoming State Retirement Pension after 20 years of service at any age
• State of Wyoming Health Insurance (CIGNA)
• 11 paid holidays
• 6 weeks of paid leave per year as a new hire
• Overtime opportunities
• No Social Security contribution
• Take‑home car program
• On‑duty workout program
• Ongoing professional development
• Master Officer program
• Specialty opportunities

Responsibilities

• Patrol assigned area and respond to routine and complex emergency situations; assess the scene and mediate disputes.
• Explain and enforce applicable Federal, State, and local laws and ordinances.
• Conduct preliminary investigations on crimes, accidents, incidents, and other violations.
• Interview witnesses, victims, suspects, and arrested persons to obtain pertinent information.
• Make arrests or take persons into custody in accordance with law.
• Enforce traffic laws, conduct stationary observations, use radar, stop suspicious vehicles, investigate accidents, issue warnings, citations, and arrests, and perform standard field sobriety tests.
• Prepare accurate and timely reports, including accident, arrest, and administrative reports.
• Gather and preserve physical evidence.
• Testify in courtroom proceedings.
• Represent the City of Casper with a professional, courteous, customer‑service demeanor.
• Perform other duties of a similar nature or level as assigned.

Knowledge

• Customer service principles.
• Proper English, including spelling, punctuation, and grammar.
• Modern office equipment and practices.

Abilities

• Work a variety of shifts, including weekends, nights, and holidays; be on call as needed (must respond within 20 minutes).
• Learn local geography—street names, numbering systems, directional orientation, and major landmarks.
• Provide effective customer service.
• Act quickly and calmly in emergencies and stressful situations.
• Maintain proper use of vehicles, equipment, and firearms.
• Demonstrate the City of Casper core values.
• Follow all City safety rules and report accidents, incidents, or unsafe conditions immediately.
• Prepare and maintain accurate records and reports while maintaining confidentiality.
• Analyze situations quickly and objectively and take appropriate action.
• Learn standard broadcasting procedures of a police radio system.
• Comply with all training requirements.
• Prepare accurate, grammatically correct written reports.
• Apply modern police practices, department procedures, and applicable Federal, State, and local laws.
• Learn safety practices, record‑keeping principles, and emergency‑vehicle operation under hazardous conditions.
• Learn court and evidence procedures.
• Operate modern office equipment, including body cameras, in‑car video systems, and specialized software.
• Apply offensive and defensive weapons theory and use self‑defense tactics.
• Maintain a neat and professional appearance.
• Communicate effectively verbally and in writing; follow written and verbal instructions.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with all contacts.

Skills

• Communicating courteously, knowledgeably, and tactfully with staff and the public.
• Customer service.
• Oral and written communication sufficient to exchange information and receive direction.
• Operating modern office equipment, including computer software and operating systems/applications.

Education and Experience

High school diploma or equivalent (G.E.D.) required. Must be at least 21 years of age at the time of graduation from the Wyoming Law Enforcement Academy.

Licensing and Certifications

• Valid Wyoming driver’s license (or ability to obtain one) within six months of hire.
• Wyoming Peace Officer Standards & Training (POST) certification (or ability to obtain) within twelve months of hire.
• Legal qualification to possess and purchase a firearm.

Physical and Environmental Requirements

Positions involve safety‑sensitive tasks and are subject to pre‑employment and random drug testing. Duties may include emergency response/rescue, handling hazardous materials, operating water and wastewater systems, maintaining city computer and data systems, driving, operating power‑driven machinery, handling confidential information, and working with children.

Physical demands include balancing, stooping, climbing, crouching, reaching, standing, walking, running, lifting, grasping, talking, hearing, seeing, and repetitive motions. Medium work may require exerting up to 50 lb occasionally, up to 20 lb frequently, and up to 10 lb constantly. Employees may be exposed to loud noises, dust, odors, fumes, chemicals, extreme weather, uneven terrain, and hostile or unstable persons, requiring constant mental and visual attention and personal safety awareness.

Driving Requirements

Employment is contingent upon a satisfactory driving record. A record is considered unsatisfactory if it includes any of the following within the past 36 months:

• Three or more moving violations.
• Conviction for DUI (drugs or alcohol), leaving the scene of an accident, fleeing to avoid arrest, reckless driving, homicide or assault by motor vehicle, driving without insurance, driving on a suspended license, or refusal to submit to a blood/breathalyzer test.

For questions regarding background screening, pre‑employment drug testing, or driving records, contact the Human Resources Office at (307) 235‑8344 prior to accepting an offer.