Temporary Accounting Technician 2026-02522

Temporary Accounting Technician 2026-02522

Salary

$23.21 - $25.79 Hourly

Location

Cheyenne, WY

Job Type

Temporary Full-time

Job Number

2026-02522

Department

Department of Transportation

Division

Department of Transportation

Opening Date

10/15/2026

Closing Date

Continuous

FLSA

Non-Exempt

Job Classification

TP01

• Description
• Benefits
• Questions

Description and Functions

Open Until Filled

GENERAL DESCRIPTION:

The Wyoming Department of Transportation (WYDOT) is seeking a Temporary Accounting Technician for the Motor Vehicle Services (MVS) program in Cheyenne, Wyoming. The Temporary Accounting Technician will be responsible for reviewing, accepting, rejecting, collecting, auditing, and distributing various state fees pertaining to MVS. This position will also license customers, issue specialty license plates, issue state-assigned VINs, and perform other duties as assigned.

Cheyenne is a steadily growing community along the Front Range but still true to the history of the Old West. The city offers nearby mountain biking, skiing, hiking, fishing, hunting, and other outdoor activities. Wyoming is one of only seven states with no state income tax.

Human Resource Contact: amy.vigil1@wyo.gov or 307-777-4455

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: The listed functions are illustrative only and are not intended to describe every function which may be performed at the job level.

• Applies established accounting procedures and regulations in maintaining financial records or other fiscal documents
• Enters all agency financial data into the accounting system.
• Collects, compiles, and deposits financial data into the Enterprise Resource Program (ERP).
• Maintains the integrity of the data that is uploaded into the state mainframe and other databases.
• Develops and maintains spreadsheets.
• Maintains cash funds per established policies and procedures.
• Produces correspondence.
• Interprets, translates, and advises on the Wyoming Statutes Title 31 and WYDOT Rules and Regulations.
• Communicates regularly with County Clerks/Treasurers via phone and email correspondence.
• Ensures compliance with Wyoming State Statutes and WYDOT Rules and Regulations.

Qualifications

PREFERENCES:

Education:

Associates Degree (typically in Finance)

Experience:

0-2 years of progressive work experience (typically in Finance) with acquired knowledge at the level of an Accounting Clerk

OR

Education & Experience Substitution:

2-4 years of progressive work experience (typically in Finance) with acquired knowledge at the level of an Accounting Clerk

KNOWLEDGE:

• Knowledge of MS applications, including Excel, Word, and Access.
• Knowledge of generally accepted fiscal and accounting procedures, auditing principles, and concepts.
• Knowledge of Wyoming Statutes Title 31 and WYDOT Rules and Regulations
• Skill in oral and written communication.
• Decision-making skill
• Skill in analytical thinking.
• Ability to use considerable judgment.
• Ability to work independently.
• Ability to prioritize tasks.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

None. See "Preferences"

Necessary Special Requirements

PHYSICAL WORKING CONDITIONS:

• Working in an office environment

NOTES:

• FLSA: Non-Exempt
• The Wyoming Department of Transportation is a Drug-Free Workplace.
• E-Verify: WYDOT uses 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.
• Complete background checks and fingerprints are taken every two years for NLETS access.

Supplemental Information

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Click here to view the State of Wyoming Classification and Pay Structure.

URL: http://agency.governmentjobs.com/wyoming/default.cfm

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 Resource Contact: amy.vigil1@wyo.gov or 307-777-4455

Non Benefit Position

01

(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
• Associates Degree
• Associates Degree and additional coursework
• Bachelors Degree
• Bachelors Degree and additional coursework
• Masters Degree
• Masters Degree and additional coursework
• Doctorate Degree
• Doctorate Degree and additional coursework
• None of the Above

02

(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

03

(FIAC06) How many years of relevant work experience do you have related to the job description?

• No relevant experience, but willing to learn.
• Less than one (1) year of relevant experience.
• One (1) to less than two (2) years of relevant experience.
• Two (2) or more years of relevant experience.

04

(AA) Describe your relevant experience below.

05

Do you have experience with People Soft?

• Yes
• No

06

Do you have accounts payable experience?

• Yes
• No

07

Do you have intermediate Microsoft Excel experience?

• Yes
• No

08

(A1) Where did you hear about this opportunity?

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

09

(A1) If you selected "Current State Employee" please provide the employees 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.

10

(A1) If you selected Other, please tell us where you heard about this opportunity.

11

(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 and understand that, if claiming Veterans Preference, I must attach the appropriate supporting documentation to each application I submit in order to receive Veterans Preference.

• Yes, I have read and understand the Veterans Preference Disclosure.
• No, I am not claiming Veterans Preference

12

(A2) 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

Required Question

Employer State of Wyoming

Address Human Resource Contact Information located in the

General Description Section

Statewide, Wyoming, 82002

Phone 307-777-7188

Website http://agency.governmentjobs.com/wyoming/default.cfm