PSPE04-2024-00094-Port of Entry Officer I-Lusk

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　　PSPE04-2024-00094-Port of Entry Officer I-Lusk

　　Salary

　　$18.56 - $20.62 Hourly

　　Location

　　Lusk, WY

　　Job Type

　　Full Time

　　Job Number

　　2024-00094

　　Department

　　045-WYDOT-Highway Patrol - Port of Entry - Central Region Mgr.

　　Opening Date

　　01/17/2024

　　Closing Date

　　Continuous

　　Description

　　Benefits

　　Questions

　　Description and Functions

　　Open Until Filled

　　GENERAL DESCRIPTION:

　　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.

　　$2,000 Hiring Bonus See notes for eligibility

　　The WHP within WYDOT is currently seeking a Port of Entry Officer for the Port of Entry Program in Lusk, 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 Officer, 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.

　　Lusk is a small rural town in Wyoming, located in Niobrara County, and is home to 1,567 people, with the county numbering 2,484. Lusk has a growing economy with a strong mix of established and new businesses. Residents enjoy great schools, the best of neighbors, a strong community, and a small-town country life where cattle ranching remains the primary industry in the town of Lusk. The Town of Lusk offers recreational activities such as a golf course, swimming pool, and competitive and noncompetitive sports for both youth and adults such as adult coed softball, youth baseball, and soccer.

　　Human Resource Contact: 307-777-4467

　　ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: The listed functions are illustrative only and are not intended to describe every function which may be performed at the job level.

　　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 requisite policies and procedures of the Port of Entry system.

　　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.

　　Qualifications

　　PREFERENCES:

　　Preference will be given to those with computer skills.

　　KNOWLEDGE:

　　Knowledge of the use of computers, typing and ten-key

　　Knowledge in evaluating and decision-making.

　　Knowledge of state and federal commercial carrier rules, regulations, and statutes.

　　MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

　　Education & Experience Substitution:

　　1-3 years of progressive work experience in office communications

　　Certificates, Licenses, Registrations:

　　None

　　OR

　　Education:

　　Associate's Degree (typically in Business)

　　Experience:

　　No prior experience required

　　Necessary Special Requirements

　　PHYSICAL WORKING CONDITIONS:

　　Duties may be performed at the location and at the roadside with the mobile education and enforcement team.

　　This position entails shift work that may be specific to a particular location.

　　This position will also require you to work outside and in inclement weather at times.

　　NOTES:

　　FLSA: Non Exempt

　　The Wyoming Department of Transportation is a Drug-Free Workplace

　　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 aboutE-Verify (http://www.e-verify.gov/) , including your rights and responsibilities.

　　Qualifying eligibility and criteria for the hiring bonus

　　Temporary employees accepting a full-time 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, 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

　　045-WYDOT-Highway Patrol - Port of Entry-Central Mgr.

　　Click here (https://ai.wyo.gov/divisions/human-resources/consultative-services/compensation/pay-tables-salary-averages) to view the State of Wyoming Classification and Pay Structure.

　　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.

　　Working for the State of Wyoming provides employees with a range of valuable benefits and offers a fulfilling career path. Employees enjoy comprehensive healthcare coverage, including medical, dental, and vision plans, ensuring their well-being and that of their families. Additionally, the state offers multiple retirement plans, which provide financial security and stability for employees once their career in public services comes to an end. the state recognizes the importance of personal time and offers generous paid time off and flexible arrangements, allowing employees to recharge, take care of personal matters, and maintain a healthy work-life integration.

　　There are many benefits to living and working in Wyoming. Beautiful country with wide-open spaces, clean air, great recreational activities, and no State income tax to mention a few!

　　Click here (https://ai.wyo.gov/for-job-seekers) to learn more!