Job Opening - Police Captain

News Release Date
02-17-2026
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Police Captain Job Opening

POSITION AVAILABLE - Police Captain
For more information and to learn how to apply:  https://www.landerwy.gov/jobs

Do you enjoy outdoor recreation and a small-town atmosphere? The City of Lander is accepting applications for an exempt,  full-time Police Department Captain position. This position’s Salary Range is a Pay Grade 13 which starts at $92,960.00. Pay depends on experience and current certifications. The City of Lander strives to provide a positive work environment and supports a healthy work-life balance. Benefits include 10 paid holidays, 12 vacation days and 12 sick days a year, medical, dental and vision insurance, participation in the Wyoming Retirement System (with a generous employer contribution) and paid job-related training. Apply and join The City of Lander’s Vision: Honoring Traditions-Building for the Future!

The City of Lander requires a pre-employment background, driving record and drug screening. This position is subject to drug testing and driving record checks pursuant to state and federal law. The City of Lander is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants are considered for positions for which they have applied without regard to race, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, military status or other characteristics protected by law. 

Detailed job description, including job requirements and qualifications, and applications are available at City Hall, 240 Lincoln Street, Lander, Wyoming, and on our website www.landerwy.gov. Please see the employment application or contact rfontaine [at] landerwy.gov (rfontaine[at]landerwy[dot]gov) for information concerning claiming a veteran’s preference.

 Please submit an application, resume and cover letter to rfontaine [at] landerwy.gov (rfontaine[at]landerwy[dot]gov) or City Hall 240 Lincoln Street, Lander, Wyoming 82520 no later than 5 PM on March 17, 2026. This position closes on March 17, 2026.