Current Employment Opportunities

The Park County Sheriff’s Office has openings for Detention Deputies, Patrol Deputies, and Communications Officers. A pre-employment physical and psychological tests are required. Benefits include shift differential, Paid Time Off (PTO), holiday pay, medical and life insurance, and contribution to the state of Wyoming Retirement System. Uniforms are also provided.

The Detention Deputy requires a 12-hour work schedule with rotating shifts that are mandatory and subject to change. Applicants must meet the following requirements: must pass Certification requirements by the Wyoming Peace Officer Standards and Training Commission for Detention Officer Basic, be a United States Citizen at least 21 years of age, have a high school diploma or equivalent, pass a background check and have a valid driver’s license, must maintain a level of physical fitness to meet Department standards. Starting salary is $50,835 up to $63,544 a year, depending on experience.

The Patrol Deputy requires a 10-hour work schedule with rotating shifts, which are mandatory and subject to change. Applicants must meet the following requirements: must pass Certification requirements by the Wyoming Peace Officer Standards and Training Commission, be a United States Citizen at least 21 years of age, have a high school diploma or equivalent, pass a background check and have a valid driver’s license, must maintain a level of physical fitness to meet Department standards. Benefits include shift differential, paid vacation and sick leave, holiday pay, medical and life insurance, and contribution to the state of Wyoming Retirement System. Uniforms are also provided. Starting salary is $50,835 up to $63,544 a year, depending on experience.

A Lateral Patrol Deputy position has also become available in the town of Meeteetse. This requires the Deputy to work and live in the Meeteetse area. Interested candidates should reach out to Undersheriff Varian prior to applying.

The Communications Office is a full-time position requiring rotating shifts including midnights, weekends, and holidays. Applicants must meet the following requirements: must pass Certification requirements by the Wyoming Peace Officer Standards and Training Commission for Communications Officer Basic, be a United States Citizen at least 18 years of age, have a high school diploma or equivalent, pass a background check and have a valid driver’s license. Starting salary is $20.43 per hour.

For more information or to download an application, visit our website at https://www.parkcountysheriff.net/careers/ or contact the Park County Sheriff’s Office at 307-527-8710. Applications will be accepted until the positions are filled and must be submitted to the Park County Sheriff’s Office at 1402 River View Drive in Cody, Wyoming 82414.