Permanent Computer Science Statistics Jobs in Wyoming

Salary: $10,897.46 - $14,530.53 Monthly
Location : Cheyenne, WY
Job Type: Permanent Full-time
Job Number: 2026-01120
Department: Department of Transportation
Division: Department of Transportation
Opening Date: 04/17/2026
Closing Date: Continuous
FLSA: Exempt
Job Classification: EXTM03
Description and Functions
Open Until Filled
GENERAL DESCRIPTION:
The Wyoming Department of Transportation (WYDOT) is seeking a Chief Technology Officer who serves as a member of the Department's executive staff, develops the strategic plan and direction of the Department's information and emergency communications systems, technology, and resources, and incorporates all aspects of these to ensure a long-term, integrated, department-wide transportation technology solution. This position is an At-Will position.
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• Paid vacation, sick leave, FMLA, and holidays
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• Meaningful work that makes a difference for Wyoming communities
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ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: The listed functions are illustrative only and are not intended to describe every function which may be performed at the job level.

• As a member of the executive staff participates in the development of the Department's mission, vision, values, goals, and performance measures.
• Develops strategic plans, policies, procedures, resources, and budgets necessary for the Department's technical vision and technology deployment, storage, and management of current and future systems.
• Delegates, monitors, gather feedback and implement processes that enhance the work activities within the Department to ensure the Department's goals and objectives are efficiently achieved.
• Supervises a staff of program managers, consisting of Graphical Information Systems/ Intelligent Transportation Systems, Information Technology, and Telecommunications.
• Approves personnel actions, staffing levels, and resources of the technology programs; interviews, hires, promotes, and terminates employees; reviews and evaluates work performance; prepares individual development plans and succession plans; coaches and disciplines employees; holds grievance and appeal hearings and renders an agency decision.
• Formulates and approves divisional and Departmental policies that promote the strategic use of data management, information, and technologies, uniform governance, and enable the workforce to efficiently use these and carry out special studies under the direction of the Director.
• Collaborates with all levels of the Department, other State agencies, federal agencies (USDOT, NHTSA, FHWA, FAA, etc.), public officials, and private corporations to coordinate activities, answer questions, resolve issues, and implement the use of data and new technologies to improve the efficiency and effectiveness of the Department's operations.
• Ensures alignment with Enterprise IT goals and objectives and actively participates in the State IT Governance program. Works collaboratively with the State's central IT department, Enterprise Technology Services.
• Identifies emerging technologies, determines the probability of successful deployment, and implements these within the Department.
• Prepares for, attends, answers questions provide testimony to and works with legislative committees regarding existing and proposed legislation.
• Represents the department at state, regional and national meetings.
• Defines data, architecture, assets, and functional capabilities to ensure a connected transportation system (vehicle to vehicle and vehicle to infrastructure, autonomous vehicles, etc.), statewide communications system (WYOLINK), and Next Generation 911 (NG911).
• Oversee the agency's development and support of applications, websites and related systems that support WYDOT operations throughout the state. Works closely with agency stakeholders to ensure applications meet agency needs and remain secure and available. This includes but is not limited to an Enterprise ERP system leveraging PeopleSoft for Finance and HR, Websites and vendor hosted applications.
• Coordinates the use of technology in the design and construction of highway projects.

Qualifications
PREFERENCES:
Preference may be given to candidates with a bachelor's degree of Science in Computer Science or Computer Engineering with 4 - 6 years of executive leadership or senior management level experience.
KNOWLEDGE:

• Strong writing and presentation skills.
• Ability to think and act strategically and proactively.
• Ability to develop, execute, and communicate a clear technology strategy. Currently WYDOT is working within a hybrid multi-cloud architecture.
• Ability to recruit, lead and motivate high-performance teams
• Ability to collaborate and communicate with all levels of staff
• Ability to apply technology in solving transportation issues
• Good understanding of computer systems characteristics, features, and integration capabilities
• Ability to remain knowledgeable on the latest developments in the technology field and apply appropriately
• Ability to implement, plan, organize and develop a technology program
• Ability to view the "larger picture" and balance the needs and desires of each department with the overall goals and objectives of the Department
• Knowledge of the State of Wyoming and Department of Transportation technology procedures and policies

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
None - See Preferences
Necessary Special Requirements
PHYSICAL WORKING CONDITIONS:

• Extensive travel required.

NOTES:

• FLSA: Exempt
• This is an At-Will position and serves at the pleasure of the Director of the Wyoming Department of Transportation
• The Wyoming Department of Transportation is a Drug-Free Workplace.
• E-Verify: WYDOT uses , an Internet based system, to confirm the eligibility of all newly hired employees to work in the United States. Learn more about E-Verify, including your rights and responsibilities.

Supplemental Information
045-Department of Transportation - WYDOT - Administration
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Employees 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 11 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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Do you have a Bachelor's degree of Science in Computer Science or Computer Engineering?

• Yes
• No

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Do you have 4 - 6 years of executive leadership or senior management level experience?

• Yes
• No

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Please describe your executive leadership and/or senior management level experience.
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(AA) Where did you hear about this opportunity?

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

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(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.
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(AA) If you answered Other, please tell us where you heard about this opportunity.
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(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

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(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

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(AA) 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. Some State of Wyoming agencies use E-Verify, an Internet-based system, to confirm the eligibility of all newly hired employees to work in the United States. Learn more about E-Verify, including your rights and responsibilities at https://www.uscis.gov/e-verify.I have read and understand the above statement.

• Yes
• No

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