Salary: $45.48 - $50.53 Hourly
Location : Rock Springs, WY
Job Type: Permanent Full-time
Job Number:Department: Attorney General
Division: DCI OPS
Opening Date: 11/06/2026
Closing Date: Continuous
FLSA: Non-Exempt
Job Classification: PSSA10
Description and FunctionsOpen Until FilledGENERAL DESCRIPTION: Special Agents are sworn peace officers assigned to the Division of Criminal Investigation. They are involved in the monitoring, collection, investigation, and analysis of various types of criminal activity, including internet crimes against children, drug trafficking organizations, homicides, sexual assaults, bribery, official misconduct, federal firearms violations, kidnapping, embezzlement, interdictions, as well as a multitude of politically sensitive cases and other high-level crimes. In addition, it includes investigating computer and related high-tech crimes involving highly technical computer equipment and related applications for the Division of Criminal Investigation (DCI). Finally, agents work closely with local, state, and federal agencies and assist in protecting Wyoming citizens, their property, and the local, state, and federal government.
The Computer Crimes Team and Internet Crimes Against Children (ICAC) Task Force have original jurisdiction in ICAC crimes and provide investigative assistance to city, county, state, and federal law enforcement agencies throughout Wyoming and other states. The unit conducts forensic analysis on computers and digital evidence. In addition, the unit investigates Internet Crimes Against Children, Child Sex trafficking, and other cyber-crime investigations.
This position is for an Internet Crimes Against Children / Computer Crimes Team Agent. The position is responsible for the full investigation of Cyber tips, Peer 2 Peer investigations, community awareness, undercover, and overt investigations. The successful candidate will be responsible for identifying suspects and frequently obtaining and reviewing Child Sexual Exploitation Material (CSAM). Additionally, the position will interview suspects involved in child exploitation and prepare subpoenas and search warrants for property, Electronic Service Providers, and electronic devices. Successful candidates will also be responsible for assisting and working closely with other law enforcement agencies and affiliates assigned to the Wyoming ICAC Task Force. This position entails extensive travel both in and out of state, sometimes several days in a row.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: The listed functions are illustrative only and are not intended to describe every function which may be performed at the job level.
- Conducts complex, high-level investigations pertaining to varying criminal violations focusing on CSAM/ICAC crimes.
- Routinely gather and disseminate criminal intelligence and other information both in Wyoming and other states and at local, state, and federal levels.
- Coordinate and communicate with local, county, state, and federal law enforcement agencies, and state and federal prosecutors.
- Prosecute investigations in both state and federal courts.
- Locate and interview suspects, victims, and other witnesses in the gathering and development of intelligence.
- Perform undercover purchases that require the use of state buy funds.
- Work with confidential informants to obtain criminal evidence.
- Review reports and evaluate evidence and crime scenes.
- Perform wiretaps to collect information on criminal activity and identify conspirators
- Perform seizures of firearms, currency, vehicles, and other valuables procured or utilized during drug transactions.
- Process and collect evidence from crime scenes and/or field investigations.
- Conduct surveillance of persons, business places, agencies, or groups as part of a criminal investigation.
- Provide verbal and written investigative reports; maintain accurate and complete case files.
- Investigate incidents or violations by obtaining information and interviewing witnesses, informants, victims, and suspects.
- Detain and arrest subjects on felony charges or warrants and transport or hold for transport to a secure place.
- Prepare and execute state and federal high-risk search warrants and make state and federal arrests.
- Testify in state and federal court and the federal court grand jury or formal hearings as a lay witness or an expert witness in areas of expertise and/or to the results of an investigation.
- May prepare court and grand jury exhibits for use by prosecutors.
- Confer with law enforcement agencies, prosecutors, and court officials regarding court cases, trials, evidence, or dispositions.
- Confer with, advise, and train division personnel, task force officers, and local, state, and federal law enforcement officers in various aspects of criminal investigation, evidence collection and preservation, case preparation, criminal justice information systems, and problem resolution.
- Explain agency policies, procedures, and practices to representatives of other law enforcement agencies and outside individuals.
- Use, maintain, and assist in the repair or maintenance of specialized law enforcement equipment.
- Attend training courses, seminars, and meetings for continuing education, including training in clandestine laboratories and weapons of mass destruction situations.
- May act as Team Leader in the absence of a supervisor; other duties as assigned.
QualificationsPREFERENCES/**AGENCY REQUIREMENTS:Preference will be given to candidates with an associate's or bachelor's degree in criminal justice or criminal administration and at least five (5) years of investigative experience.
**Applicants must be P.O.S.T. certified or become P.O.S.T. certified in the State of Wyoming within one year of employment.
**Applicants must have the ability to be Clandestine Laboratory Certified by O.S.H.A.
KNOWLEDGE: - Knowledge of criminal code and other state/federal statutes applicable to law enforcement.
- Knowledge of federal and state automated criminal history systems including NCIC, NLETS, W.C.J.I.N., and federal and state laws pertaining to criminal history.
- Knowledge of principles, concepts, and prevalent practices of criminal justice systems at the local, state, and federal levels especially concerning high-tech issues.
- Knowledge of privacy, security, and other related regulations.
- Knowledge of methods, techniques, and practices of law enforcement pertaining to high-tech investigations.
- Knowledge of advanced law enforcement investigation techniques.
- Knowledge of processes of state government, including legislative and administrative processes and the guiding principles underlying these processes.
- Knowledge of federal and state laws pertaining to criminal history information.
- Skill in the use of firearms.
- Skill in the use of law enforcement and surveillance equipment necessary to perform the functions of the position.
- Skill in oral and written communication.
- Skill in interpersonal relations and resolving problems.
- Skill in instruction techniques of criminal investigation.
- Ability to manage multiple tasks.
- Ability to handle stressful situations.
- Ability to speak to large groups of people, the press, law enforcement administrators, local, state, and federal officials, elected and other government officials, and the legislature.
- Ability to promote and enhance coordination, cooperation, and communication among law enforcement agencies.
- Ability to maintain confidentiality in all aspects of work.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:Education:Bachelor's Degree (typically in Criminal Justice)
Experience:1-2 years of progressive work experience in Criminal Investigation
NOTE: TheAttorney General's Office mandatorily requires applicants to have at least five (5) years of experience in the detection and investigation of criminal activities
OREducation & Experience Substitution:4-6 years of progressive work experience in Criminal Investigation
NOTE: TheAttorney General's Office mandatorily requires applicants to have at least five (5) years of experience in the detection and investigation of criminal activities.
Certificates, Licenses, Registrations:None
Necessary Special RequirementsPHYSICAL WORKING CONDITIONS:- Execute High-Risk Search Warrants; perform duties involving armed subjects threatening an officer and public safety.
- Collect evidence and make entry into explosive, gaseous, flammable, and confined space areas.
- Must successfully pass annual competency tests with firearms.
- May be required to travel statewide and nationwide.
- May be required to work overtime as needed.
- Required to be on call 24 hours a day, seven days a week.
- May be required to perform in hazardous, explosive environments while utilizing protective equipment, including self-contained breathing apparatus (SCBA).
NOTES:- FLSA: Non-Exempt
- Position is funded by the ICAC Grant
- Successful applicants must pass a background investigation
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Human Resources Contact: Jennifer Erickson / / 307-275-1460Employees enjoy:- Comprehensive health coverage - medical, dental, and vision plans for you and your family
- Voluntary Benefits - including life insurance for you and family members, ambulance, pet insurance, short/long-term disability, flex spending and health savings accounts
- Multiple retirement options - including the Wyoming Retirement System and a 457B account, helping you plan for long-term financial security
- Generous paid leave and flexible schedules - vacation, sick leave, paid FMLA and 9 paid holidays each year
- Public Service Loan Forgiveness eligibility - for those with qualifying student loans
- Training and professional development - to support your career growth and advancement
- Employee Assistance Program - Includes paid short-term counseling, legal, financial and work-life benefits and select employee discounts
- Wellness Program - Earn paid time off and incentives by focusing on your personal health
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(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
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(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
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(PSSA10) How many years of relevant work experience or transferable skills do you have related to the job description?
- No relevant experience.
- Less than one (1) year of relevant experience.
- One (1) to less than three (3) years of relevant experience.
- Three (3) to less than four (4) years of relevant experience.
- Four (4