State Trooper Jobs
A State Trooper, also known as a Highway Patrol Officer or State Police Officer, plays an integral role in the law enforcement industry by enforcing laws on highways and interstate systems, assisting local law enforcement agencies, and performing police duties within their respective state. Their responsibilities include patrolling assigned areas, investigating accidents, responding to emergency calls, arresting suspects, and testifying in court. State Troopers also assist in disaster relief and control traffic during emergencies. They often work directly with the public, providing assistance and information.
Before becoming a State Trooper, individuals may serve in roles such as Police Officer, Correctional Officer, or Security Guard. These roles provide the necessary experience in law enforcement, public safety, and dealing with potentially dangerous situations. Important skills for a State Trooper include physical stamina, interpersonal skills, perceptiveness, and leadership skills. State Troopers must be U.S. citizens, hold a valid driver's license, and be at least 21 years old. They also need to complete a state-approved police academy training program and pass physical fitness, background, and written tests. Additionally, certification in first aid and CPR is beneficial.
9 - month Faculty - Program Lead Criminal Justice
- Klamath Community College
- Klamath Falls, OR
- 3 days ago
- Klamath Community College
- Klamath Falls, OR
- 3 days ago
Prior teaching/training experience in criminal justice and law enforcement....
Police methods and procedures, including patrol, crime prevention, traffic control, investigation and identification techniques, police records and reports and first aid techniques....
Be at least age 20 and less than age 37 at the time you receive a conditional offer of employment unless you have previous service in a Federal Civilian Law Enforcement position covered by special law...
Be at least age 20 and less than age 37 at the time you receive a conditional offer of employment unless you have previous service in a Federal Civilian Law Enforcement position covered by special law...
Be at least age 20 and less than age 37 at the time you receive a conditional offer of employment unless you have previous service in a Federal Civilian Law Enforcement position covered by special law...
- City of Gresham
- Gresham, OR
- 7 days ago
- City of Gresham
- Gresham, OR
- 7 days ago
training program or passed a probationary period of not less than one (1) year with a law enforcement agency as a full-time sworn officer....
Supervisory/Management experience from: a law enforcement agency or other Public Sector agency is preferred....
- City of Gresham
- Gresham, OR
- 11 days ago
- City of Gresham
- Gresham, OR
- 11 days ago
Provides information on laws, ordinances, police patrols, filing a formal complaint, crime prevention education, and other law-enforcement related topics; directs community members to appropriate authorities...
- Tanana Chiefs Conference
- Fairbanks, AK
- 13 days ago
- Tanana Chiefs Conference
- Fairbanks, AK
- 13 days ago
Assist State Troopers with law enforcement duties, investigations, secure crime scenes, serving summons, prisoner transport, prison guard and other possible duties as requested....
law enforcement duties including patrolling campus, checking property, conducting room searches, maintaining order and public safety....
North Carolina Basic Law Enforcement certification is required....
Performs other law enforcement, investigative, technical and educational duties as assigned....
Conduct patrols of hospital and grounds, affiliated practices, and departments outside of the hospital and take appropriate actions to help prevent fire, theft, accidents, visitor confusion, disturbances...
4181 COP & Battle Tracker Procession Systems Yesterday Top Secret/SCI Unspecified Unspecified Colorado Springs, CO (ON-SITE/OFFICE) GENERAL DUTIES: Develop and recommend courses of action (COAs)...
prevention programs....
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State Troopers offer the following education backgroundQualifications / Skill Sets
The following top skills are often required or desired to land a State Trooper position
- Handcuffing
- Traffic Enforcement
- Criminal Investigations
- Firearms
- Community Policing
- Crime Prevention
- Public Safety
- Patrol
- Weapons
- Taser
- Background Investigations
- Defensive Tactics
- Special Weapons and Tactics
- Narcotics
- OC Spray
- Crowd Control
- Foot Patrol
- Law Enforcement
- Criminal Justice
- Physical Security
- Corrections
- Surveillance
- Emergency Management
- Drug Testing
- Report Writing
- Personnel Management
- Inspections
- Dispatching
- Complaint Resolution
- First Aid
- Closing
- Interviewing
- Background Checks
- Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation
- Military Background
- Investigation
- High School Diploma
- Driving
- Telephone Skills
- Events
- Education Experience
- Writing Skills
- Documentation
- Filing
- Policy Development
- Regulations
- English
- Problem Solving
- Bilingual
- Staff Supervision
- Organization
- Customer Service
- Scheduling
- Leadership
- Communication Skills
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