Special Agent I Riverton 2026-02693

State of Wyoming; Riverton (WY); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Paid time off (vacation/Sick/FMLA/Hols

Retirement plans (457B)

Flexible schedules

Meaningful work

Job summary

State of Wyoming's Division of Criminal Investigation is hiring a Special Agent I to conduct complex investigations across federal, state, and local jurisdictions. You will gather intelligence, interview witnesses, and coordinate with prosecutors while handling high-tech crime and traditional criminal activity.

This role requires strong communication and leadership under pressure. Ideal candidates hold a Criminal Justice degree, have 1–2 years in criminal investigation, and are prepared to meet

Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor's Degree in Criminal Justice.
• Experience: 1-2 years of progressive work experience in Criminal Investigation.
• NOTE: The Attorney General's Office mandatorily requires that applicants shall have at least five (5) years of experience in the detection and investigation of criminal activities.

Responsibilities

• Conducts complex, high-level investigations pertaining to varying criminal violations.
• Routinely gather and disseminate criminal intelligence and other information at multiple levels.
• Coordinate and communicate with local, county, state, and federal agencies and prosecutors.
• Prosecute investigations in both state and federal courts.
• Interview suspects, victims, and witnesses to develop intelligence.
• Perform undercover purchases needing state buy funds.
• Promote coordination among law enforcement agencies.
• Maintain confidentiality in all aspects of work.

Skills

Firearm handling

Surveillance equipment

Oral and written communication

Task management

Handling stressful situations

Public speaking

Coordination with agencies

Confidentiality

Undercover operations

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Criminal Justice

Job description

GENERAL DESCRIPTION

The Division of Criminal Investigation, under the Attorney General's Office, is seeking qualified applicants for the Special Agent I position. These Special Agents are sworn peace officers responsible for monitoring, collecting, investigating, and analyzing a wide range of criminal activities. This includes, but is not limited to, drug trafficking organizations, homicides, sexual assaults, internet crimes against children, bribery, official misconduct, federal firearms violations, kidnapping, embezzlement, and interdictions, as well as politically sensitive and other high-level crimes. Furthermore, Special Agents are involved in investigating computer and related high-tech crimes utilizing highly technical computer equipment and applications for the Division of Criminal Investigation (DCI). Working collaboratively with local, state, and federal agencies, agents are dedicated to protecting Wyoming citizens, their property, and all levels of government.

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
• Flexible schedules and work-life balance options
• Meaningful work that makes a difference for Wyoming communities and MUCH MORE

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Human Resources Contact: Jennifer Erickson / [e-mail] / 307-275-1460

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Conducts complex, high-level investigations pertaining to varying criminal violations.
• Routinely gather and disseminate criminal intelligence and other information both in Wyoming and other states and at the 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.
• 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 is necessary to perform the functions of the position.
• Skill in oral and written communication.
• 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.

AGENCY REQUIREMENTS

• 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.
• Applicants must have a valid Class C Driver's License

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.
• Make entries and collect evidence of explosive, gaseous, flammable, and confined space areas.
• Must successfully pass annual competency tests with firearms.
• Required to be on-call 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
• Ability to travel statewide and nationwide.
• Ability to work overtime as required.
• May be required to perform in hazardous, explosive environments while utilizing protective equipment, including self-contained breathing apparatus (SCBA).
• Executes High-Risk Search Warrants; performs duties involving armed suspects threatening an office and public safety.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Education: Bachelor's Degree (typically in Criminal Justice)

Experience: 1-2 years of progressive work experience in Criminal Investigation

NOTE: The Attorney General's Office mandatorily requires that applicants shall have at least five (5) years of experience in the detection and investigation of criminal activities

OR

Education & Experience Substitution: 4-6 years of progressive work experience in Criminal Investigation

NOTE: The Attorney General's Office mandatorily requires that applicants shall have at least five (5) years of experience in the detection and investigation of criminal activities.

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations: None

PHYSICAL WORKING CONDITIONS

• Execute High-Risk Search Warrants; perform duties involving armed subjects threatening an officer and public safety.
• Work with confidential informants to obtain criminal evidence.
• Collect evidence and make entry into explosive, gaseous, flammable, and confined space areas.
• 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 that are 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, make arrests, testify in state and federal court, and the federal grand jury.
• 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.
• Testify in state and federal court and the federal grand jury or formal hearings as an expert witness in areas of expertise and/or to the results of the investigation.
• Confer with, advise, and train division personnel, task force officers, and local, state, and federal law enforcement officers in various aspects of a criminal investigation, evidence collection and preservation, care 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.

NOTES

• FLSA: Non-Exempt
• Successful applicants must pass a background investigation

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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.

Human Resources Contact: Jennifer Erickson / [e-mail] / 307-275-1460