Salary: $8,102.63 - $9,002.92 Monthly
Location : Cheyenne, WY
Job Type: Permanent Full-time
Job Number:
Department: Department of Transportation
Division: Department of Transportation
Opening Date: 05/20/2026
Closing Date: Continuous
FLSA: Exempt
Job Classification: BAPS13

Description and Functions
Open Until Filled
GENERAL DESCRIPTION:

The Wyoming Department of Transportation (WYDOT) is seeking a Program Manager to oversee strategic planning and governmental affairs located in Cheyenne. As the Program Manager, you will report to the Deputy Director and be responsible for executive-level strategic planning, policy development and governmental affairs for the department.

The position will oversee the completion of special projects for the WYDOT executive team to support the department and the State of Wyoming's transportation needs. In coordination with the executive team and public affairs, this position is responsible for implementing critical communication strategies and administering organizational change that affects major components of departmental operations.
Cheyenne is a steadily growing community along the Front Range but still true to the history of the Old West. The city offers nearby mountain biking, skiing, hiking, fishing, hunting, and other outdoor activities. Wyoming is one of only seven states with no state income tax.

This position offers a:

• **$2,000 Hiring Bonus** See notes for eligibility
• Culture of public service and a commitment to work/life balance

Working for the State of Wyoming offers more than a paycheck. Our total compensation package includes:

• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance
• Paid vacation, sick leave, FMLA, and holidays
• Retirement - Pension and 457B plans that help you build a secure future
• Meaningful work that makes a difference for Wyoming communities
• and MUCH MORE! Click here for detailed information, or you can watch this short video to learn about our benefit package!

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Human Resource Contact: Stacy Woita at or 307-777-4423
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: The listed functions are illustrative only and are not intended to describe every function which may be performed in the job level.

• Lead strategic planning efforts for the Wyoming Department of
• Transportation to improve agency performance in accordance with stateand federal statutes and maintain alignment with state and federal partners.
• Align the agency's overall strategic plan with federal and state requirements, including the Governor's strategic priorities.
• Analyzes new and proposed legislation and regulations to determine the impact on programs, operations, and management and reports to executive leadership.
• Assist with developing materials and information submitted by the agency to the Governor's Office and Legislature.
• Engage professional staff throughout the department collaboratively to develop policies and procedures.
• Facilitate communication with a diverse group of internal and external stakeholders on a variety of transportation related issues.
• Work is diverse and complex, constantly changing priorities requiring judgment in determining work methods to accomplish desired results.

Qualifications
PREFERENCES:

• Preference may be given to applicants with a demonstrated ability to present sensitive, technically complex matters, in front of diverse audiences including but not limited to the public, legislative committees, and other transportation stakeholders.
• Preference may be given to applicants with experience in state government and with knowledge of legislative, regulatory, and/or political processes.
• Preference may be given to applicants with experience establishing, promoting, and maintaining cooperative working relationships with representatives of all levels of government, the public, and stakeholder groups and a consultative approach to problem solving and the ability to facilitate coalition building.

KNOWLEDGE:

• Knowledge of federal and state statutes
• Knowledge of governmental structure, policy, and procedures
• Knowledge of legislative proceedings and administrative processes
• Knowledge of policy and rule development
• Knowledge of organizational planning, resource allocation, staff modeling, production methods, and organizational behavior
• Knowledge of organizational change, leadership, and motivational strategies
• Knowledge of group and team behavior strategies to help achieve agency goals
• Knowledge of state budget process and skills in managing a budget
• Ability to work with diverse groups and communicate complex material to a variety of internal and external audiences

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Education:
Bachelor's Degree (typically in Business Management or a related field)

Experience:
3-5 years of progressive work experience (typically in Business or a related field of study) with acquired knowledge at the level of a Policy and Planning Supervisor.

OR

Education & Experience Substitution:
6-8 years of progressive work experience (typically in Business or a related field of study) with acquired knowledge at the level of a Policy and Planning Supervisor.

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations:
None
Necessary Special Requirements
PHYSICAL WORKING CONDITIONS:

• Some travel will be required

NOTES:

• FLSA: Exempt
• The Wyoming Department of Transportation is a Drug-Free Workplace
• Qualifying eligibility and criteria for the hiring bonus
  • Temporary employees accepting a full-time position.
  • Current employees are accepting a promotional opportunity, so recruitment must be opened to the public.
  • One year of service to WYDOT must be completed; failure to complete this requirement will forfeit the hiring incentive, and 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.

Supplemental Information

045, Wyoming Department of Transportation, Agency Services

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Class Specifications are subject to change, please refer to the A & I HRD Website to ensure that you have the most recent version.
01

(AA) Which of the following best describes your highest completed level of education to date or within the next three (3) months? (Transcripts may be required.)

• High School Diploma/GED/or Equivalent
• Some college Coursework, No Degree Received
• Associate's Degree
• Associate's Degree and additional coursework
• Bachelor's Degree
• Bachelor's Degree and additional coursework
• Master's Degree
• Master's Degree and additional coursework
• Doctorate Degree
• Doctorate Degree and additional coursework
• None of the Above

02

(AA) Which of the following Quarter/Semester credit hours best describes your completed college education to date or within the next three (3) months? (Transcripts may be required.)

• 45+ Quarter hours/30+ Semester hours
• 90+ Quarter hours/60+ Semester hours
• 136+ Quarter hours/91+ Semester hours
• 180+ Quarter hours/120+ Semester hours
• 225+ Quarter hours/150+Semester hours
• N/A

03

(BAPS13) Which of the following best describes your work experience in Business Management?Experience definition: (This experience includes, but may not be limited to, the following: previous policy and planning experience, professional business, professional technical or other similar office experience.)

• No relevant experience.
• One to Less than two (2) years of relevant experience.
• Two to less than three (3) years of relevant experience.
• Three (3) to less than five (5) years of relevant experience.
• Five (5) to less than six (6) years of relevant experience
• Six (6) or more years of relevant experience.

04

(AA) Describe your relevant experience below.
05

(A1) Where did you hear about this opportunity?

• Government Jobs @www.governmentjobs.com/careers/wyoming
• Indeed
• LinkedIn
• Zip Recruiter
• Wyoming Workforce Center
• Other job sites (Wyoming at Work, Monster, etc.)
• Social Media (Facebook, Twitter, etc.)
• Newspaper/Newsletter Advertisement
• Career Fair
• Human Resources Division
• Friend or Acquaintance (Not State Employee)
• Current State Employee
• Other

06

(A1) If you selected "Current State Employee" please provide the employee's first and last name, and include the department they work for, if known. Please limit this response to only one employee. This employee may be eligible for a Referral Bonus.
07

(A1) If you selected Other, please tell us where you heard about this opportunity.
08

(AA) VETERANS' PREFERENCE: If you are a war veteran as defined in section 101, Title 38, United States Code or are the surviving spouse of a war veteran who receives survivor benefits from the federal government based on the veteran's military service, and wish to claim veterans' preference, please attach the appropriate documentation substantiating your claim. Indicate below your appropriate veterans' preference status. By requesting veterans' preference, you are certifying that you meet the statutory requirements as described in the above disclosure.

• Current State Employee
• Veteran - DD214 Attached
• Disabled Veteran (10% or more) - DD214 and Veteran's Disability Determination Attached
• Surviving Spouse of a Deceased Veteran - DD214 and proof of Survivor Benefit Attached
• None of the above

09

(AA) VETERANS' PREFERENCE DISCLOSURE: PER WYOMING STATUTE, current employees of the State of Wyoming are not eligible for veterans' preference. If you are not a current employee of the State of Wyoming, to be eligible to receive veterans' preference you MUST have been a resident of the State of Wyoming for a period of one (1) year or more at any time prior to submitting this application. I have read and understand the veterans' preference disclosure.

• Yes
• No
• I am not a veteran

10

(A2) Please be advised that an incomplete application WILL NOT be considered for employment. An attached resume' is not required and is not an acceptable substitution for a completed application. I have read and understand the above statement.

• Yes
• No

Required Question