Patrol Deputy

Rock Springs, WY
Sweetwater County

Salary: $27.75-34.42 per hour.

Position Summary:

Under general direction, serves and patrols an assigned beat and investigates incidents in the enforcement of law and order in the protection of life and property.

Essential Functions:

  • Operates an automobile in patrolling an assigned area for the prevention of crime and the enforcement of traffic laws and regulations, makes building checks;
  • Responds to radio and telephone dispatches and appears at scenes of disorder or crime;
  • Makes arrests; issues citations; collects bonds; appears in court as arresting officer;
  • Inspects establishments providing alcoholic beverages and entertainment;
  • Intervenes in private or public disputes to protect the public and maintain order;
  • Trains in a variety of law enforcement work and related subjects;
  • Assists with prisoner transport, assists jail personnel, peace officers, serves protection orders and criminal summons;
  • Notes and reports traffic hazards; assists in controlling traffic at scenes of emergencies;
  • Investigates and prepares reports on accidents, offenses and damage to property;
  • Directs traffic; gives directions and information; gives verbal warnings;
  • Issues citations for parking and moving violations;
  • Assists with medical calls and special events security;
  • Assists stranded motorist;
  • Investigates crimes and incidents including livestock investigation and animal control;
  • Performs initial and follow-up investigations of crimes involving arson, adults and juveniles; interrogates persons whose actions are suspicious;
  • Investigates complaints; impounds and tags evidence; prepares reports on arrests and property impounded; assists with missing person searchers;
  • May serve on tactical response team.

Requirements:

  • Must be a U.S. Citizen.
  • Minimum age of 18 years.
  • Applicants are subject to and must pass a full background check to include criminal history, psychological testing and medical exam.
  • High school diploma/GED.
  • Ability to pass a rigorous fitness test.
  • Ability to complete/attend the Wyoming Law Enforcement Academy’s 8-week long Detention.
  • Officer Basic Training in Douglas, WY.
  • Ability to pass an oral interview examination.
  • Candidates will be subject to and must pass an eye-detect test.
  • Wyoming Driver’s License & acceptable MVR.