Entry Level Trooper

The State Police have launched a new recruiting effort to attract the best and brightest qualified candidates to join one of the most highly respected law enforcement organizations in the country-- New York State Police. Qualifications-Must be a citizen of the United States and be at least 20 years old by the application deadline. -Must not have reached their 42nd birthday by the date of the application deadline. Except the maximum age may be extended one year for each year of full-time active Federal military duty - up to a maximum of 7 years. Must have 60 college credits - no degree necessary. AT TIME OF APPOINTMENT: -Must be at least 21 years old to be appointed. -Must be appointed prior to 43rd birthday, except the maximum age may be extended one year for each year of full-time active Federal military duty - up to a maximum of 7 years. -Must be a New York State resident and have a valid New York State driver's license at time of appointment. -Must be able to pass a Physical Ability Test (PAT): sit-ups, push-ups and a one-and-one-half mile run. -Must be able to work rotating shifts any day of the week, including holidays. -Vision Requirements: uncorrected - no worse than 20/100 in each eye able to be corrected to 20/30 in each eye. Correction may be achieved using glasses, contact lenses, or surgery. Color blindness is disqualifying. -Must comply with New York State policy which requires all members to present a neat and professional appearance at all times. Tattoos, brands, body piercings, and other body art shall not be visible while a member is in uniform or other business attire. The uniform includes the short sleeve shirt open at the front of the neck. In addition to visibility, some tattoos or brands may have symbolic meanings that are inconsistent with the values of the New York State Police. -Must possess a: Graduate certificate from senior high school, Or New York State High School Equivalency Diploma; Or Military GED certificate, Or High School Equivalency diploma from another state converted to a NYS High School Equivalency Diploma AND Must have completed 60 college credit hours at an accredited college or university at time of appointment. Exceptions: 30 college credits may be waived, if the candidate has either: Received an Honorable Discharge from the United States military after two years of active military service; OR successfully completed a Certified Police Officer Training Course approved by, or equivalent to a course approved by, the New York State Municipal Police Training council. A certified Peace Officer Training course does not qualify. -Must be of good moral character. A felony conviction or a dishonorable discharge, from any military service, is an automatic disqualifier. -Must successfully complete a medical examination, vision test, hearing test, background investigation including polygraph examination and psychological evaluation to be appointed. Total Compensation - includes Base Salary, Expanded Duty, and Hazardous Duty payments. Salary: Trooper entering Academy start pay rate $70,748 - $92,341 depending on location and based on hiring date. Paid time off earned annually: 120 hours of annual leave, up to a maximum of 224 hours. 24 hours of personal leave, up to a maximum of 40 hours. 104 hours of sick leave. Additional Benefits: 12 weeks paid parental leave to bond with a newly born, adopted, or fostered child. Medical, dental, and optical insurance coverage. Excellent retirement benefits (option to retire at 20 years with 50% of salary). All uniforms and equipment are provided, including dry cleaning services for uniforms. Learn more https://joinstatepolice.ny.gov/ Apply: Visit https://publicapps.troopers.ny.gov/Exam-Internet/overview.jsf