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Police Officer

City of Gillette, WY
Gillette, WY Full Time
POSTED ON 8/4/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 12/2/2026

ATTENTION!! NEW JOB POSTING!!

If you wish to claim veteran's preference (Wyoming State Statute 19-14-102), please atttach the appropriate documentation (DD214 Form) to your application substantiating your claim.



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CURRENTLY HIRING AT $32.00/HOUR
$4.00/HOUR NIGHT SHIFT DIFFERENTIAL
LATERAL SIGN ON BONUS!
Officers from agencies with 20 or more certified officers: $13,000.
Officers from agencies with 19 or fewer certified officers: $10,500.

RECRUITMENT VIDEO
https://youtu.be/Kg4Z9kIeIFQ

Recruitment Documents:

Police Officer Testing Process (Download PDF reader)
WLEA Fitness Standards (Download PDF reader)
Female Cooper Fitness Standards (Download PDF reader)
Male Cooper Fitness Standards (Download PDF reader)
Polygraph Advisement (Download PDF reader)

This position is responsible for the enforcement of federal, state, and local laws and the protection of life and property.

  • Conducts investigations into witnessed or alleged criminal activity; interviews and takes statements from witnesses, victims, and suspects; collects and processes physical evidence, including submitting evidence for laboratory testing.
  • Responds to calls for service in all types of emergency situations, including medical emergencies, civil disputes, criminal complaints, aggressive or violent individuals, etc.
  • Patrols assigned area and conducts proactive law enforcement; identifies signs of criminal activities and responds accordingly.
  • Performs traffic enforcement duties; conducts traffic stops when violations are observed; issues citations.
  • Documents incidents and prepares required reports.
  • Assists in the preparation of court documents, including search and arrest warrants.
  • Serves arrest warrants, search warrants, and criminal subpoenas; enforces court orders.
  • Performs the duties of a Field Training Officer as assigned.
  • Serves on special teams and task forces as assigned; serves as a School Resource Officer as assigned; serves as a Detective as assigned.
  • Maintains assigned vehicles and equipment.
  • Completes required training.
  • Performs other duties as assigned.

  • Knowledge of relevant federal and state laws, criminal and traffic codes, search and seizure laws, town ordinances, and department policies and procedures.
  • Knowledge of traffic accident investigation techniques and procedures.
  • Knowledge of the geography and streets of the city.
  • Knowledge of the court system and judicial procedures.
  • Skill in the use of a computer.
  • Skill in operating police vehicles, firearms, and emergency equipment.
  • Skill in operating radios and communications equipment.
  • Skill in operating radar equipment.
  • Skill in restraining persons without causing physical harm.
  • Skill in oral and written communication.

SUPERVISORY CONTROLS

The Sergeant or Corporal assigns work in terms of general instructions. Work is reviewed for compliance with instructions and established procedures, accuracy, and the nature and propriety of the final results.

GUIDELINES

Guidelines include state and federal laws, traffic laws, city ordinances, court rulings, constitutional guidelines, training manuals, and department policies and procedures. These guidelines require judgment, selection, and interpretation in application.

COMPLEXITY/SCOPE OF WORK

  • The work consists of related law enforcement duties. The varied nature of calls and the potential for emergencies contribute to the complexity of the work.
  • The purpose of this position is to protect life and property and enforce federal, state, and local laws. Successful performance contributes to the detection and deterrence of crime and to the protection of life and property.

CONTACTS

  • Contacts are typically with co-workers, other city employees, other emergency service providers, court system personnel, attorneys, judges, medical personnel, law enforcement officers from other agencies, school officials and students, and the general public.
  • Contacts are typically to give or exchange information, provide services, interview persons, and resolve problems.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS/ WORK ENVIRONMENT

  • The work is typically performed while sitting at a desk or table or while intermittently sitting, standing, stooping, bending, crouching, or walking. The employee occasionally lifts light and heavy objects, uses tools or equipment requiring a high degree of dexterity, distinguishes between shades of color, and utilizes the sense of smell.
  • The work is typically performed in an office and outdoors, occasionally in cold or inclement weather. The work requires the use of specialized law enforcement equipment.

SUPERVISORY AND MANAGEMENT RESPONSIBILITY

None.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

  • Knowledge and level of competency commonly associated with completion of specialized training in the field of work, in addition to a high school diploma or GED.
  • Sufficient experience to understand the basic principles relevant to the major duties of the position, usually associated with the completion of an apprenticeship/internship or having had a similar position for one to two years.
  • Possession of or ability to readily obtain a valid driver’s license issued by the State of Wyoming for the type of vehicle or equipment operated.
  • Possession of or ability to readily obtain a Peace Officer Certification issued by the Wyoming Peace Officer Standards and Training Commission.

THANK YOU FOR YOUR INTEREST IN THE CITY OF GILLETTE!

Equal Opportunity Employer.

Pre-Employment Drug Screening conducted.

Salary : $4 - $32

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