Located in the far southeast corner of the state, the Cheyenne Police Department works to serve and protect Wyoming’s largest city.
Entry Level Applicants: Entry level applicants attend a 13-week Peace Officer Basic Training at the Wyoming Law Enforcement Academy located in Douglas, WY. Following the academy, officers are required to complete the Department’s 14-week Field Training Program (FTO Training). New recruits are on an 18-month probationary period from the date of hire.
Lateral Applicants: New Lateral Police Officers will receive $7,500! Lateral applicants will attend a Criminal Law course at the Law Enforcement Academy located in Douglas, WY and complete the department’s 14-week Field Training Program (FTO Training). Additionally, the officer will be on an 18-month probationary period from the date of hire. Laterals may receive a raise in pay grade after six months of satisfactory employment. See the Lateral Hire Requirements and Process.
Recruiting Office Phone: (307) 633-8080
Email: recruiting@cheyennepd.org
The Cheyenne Police Department application process is conducted in three phases:
*If taken prior to date of entry test, submit your POST test results with your application.
Contact the Recruitment Office at (307) 633-8080 or email recruiting@cheyennepd.org for more information
Minimum Requirements:
Before proceeding with the application process, please review the minimum requirements below:
Any applicant who has any of the following will be disqualified:
Wages and Benefits