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$45.48 - $50.53 Hourly
Location
Rock Springs, WY
Job Type
Permanent Full-time
Job Number
2026-02694
Department
Attorney General
Division
DCI OPS
Opening Date
11/06/2026
Closing Date
Continuous
FLSA
Non-Exempt
Job Classification
PSSA10
Description and Functions
Open Until Filled
GENERAL 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.
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!
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.
PREFERENCES/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: The Attorney General's Office mandatorily requires applicants to 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 applicants to have at least five (5) years of experience in the detection and investigation of criminal activities.
Certificates, Licenses, Registrations:
None
Necessary Special Requirements
PHYSICAL 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
Supplemental Information
Click here to view the State of Wyoming Total Compensation Calculator.
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 / jennifer.erickson1@wyo.gov / 307-275-1460
Salary
$45.48 - $50.53 Hourly
Location
Rock Springs, WY
Job Type
Permanent Full-time
Job Number
2026-02694
Department
Attorney General
Division
DCI OPS
Opening Date
11/06/2026
Closing Date
Continuous
FLSA
Non-Exempt
Job Classification
PSSA10
Description and Functions
Open Until Filled
GENERAL 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.
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!
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.
PREFERENCES/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: The Attorney General's Office mandatorily requires applicants to 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 applicants to have at least five (5) years of experience in the detection and investigation of criminal activities.
Certificates, Licenses, Registrations:
None
Necessary Special Requirements
PHYSICAL 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
Supplemental Information
Click here to view the State of Wyoming Total Compensation Calculator.
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 / jennifer.erickson1@wyo.gov / 307-275-1460
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding OPT Sponsorship in Sales Agent
Target B2B sales roles over pure commission positions
B2B sales roles at mid-size and enterprise companies are more likely to qualify as specialty occupations under OPT rules. Pure commission or door-to-door sales positions rarely meet the degree-requirement threshold that supports work authorization.
Lead with your OPT authorization window upfront
Tell recruiters early that you have 12 months of OPT authorization and, if STEM-eligible, a potential 24-month extension. This reframes the conversation from 'visa risk' to 'time to evaluate fit before any sponsorship decision is required.'
Connect your degree field directly to the sales role
OPT authorization ties to your field of study. A business, marketing, or communications degree maps cleanly to sales roles. Be specific in applications about how your coursework relates to client acquisition, account management, or revenue strategy.
Prioritize companies with an active H-1B sponsorship history
Some employers have sponsored H-1B visas for sales and business development roles before. Targeting those companies significantly improves your odds of sponsorship after OPT. Past sponsorship behavior is the strongest signal of future willingness.
Quantify your sales results from internships or prior roles
Hiring managers in sales respond to numbers. Include specific metrics from internships or campus roles such as leads generated, pipeline value, or conversion rates. Concrete results reduce perceived risk and make you a stronger candidate despite visa requirements.
Raise the STEM OPT extension early with STEM-eligible degrees
If your degree qualifies for the 24-month STEM OPT extension, mention it in interviews. Business analytics, information systems, and marketing analytics degrees often qualify. Three years of authorized work authorization substantially improves your sponsorship case.
Sales Agent OPT: Frequently Asked Questions
Can I work as a Sales Agent on OPT?
Yes, Sales Agent roles can qualify under OPT as long as the position relates to your field of study and requires at least a bachelor's degree. Roles in B2B sales, account management, or business development with a business or marketing degree are the strongest fit. Purely commission-based or general retail sales positions are harder to justify as specialty occupations.
Do Sales Agent employers typically sponsor H-1B visas?
Sponsorship varies significantly by employer type. Enterprise software companies, financial services firms, and large staffing organizations have sponsored H-1B visas for sales and business development roles. Smaller companies or those in retail sales rarely do. Migrate Mate filters jobs by sponsorship history, which makes it easier to focus your search on employers who have sponsored before.
Does my degree field affect whether my Sales Agent job qualifies for OPT?
Yes. OPT requires that your job be directly related to your major. Business administration, marketing, finance, communications, and business analytics degrees all map well to sales roles. If your degree is in an unrelated field, you'll need to document how the role connects to your coursework, which can be harder to justify to your Designated School Official.
Can I work on a commission-only basis as a Sales Agent on OPT?
Commission-only arrangements are risky on OPT. USCIS requires that OPT employment be directly related to your degree field and constitute qualifying work authorization. Commission-only roles can raise questions about whether the position meets the specialty occupation standard. Salaried or base-plus-commission structures with a formal employer relationship are far safer for maintaining valid OPT status.
How do I find Sales Agent jobs that are open to OPT candidates?
Most general job boards don't filter by visa sponsorship willingness, which wastes time on applications that go nowhere. Migrate Mate is built specifically for OPT and visa-sponsored roles, so you can browse Sales Agent positions from employers who have demonstrated willingness to hire international candidates and support work authorization throughout your OPT period and beyond.