Full-Time Connecticut State Police Trooper Trainee
Job Description
Location: Bethany, CT, Bridgeport, CT, Canaan, CT, Colchester, CT, Hartford, CT, Killingly, CT, Litchfield, CT, Montville, CT, Southbury, CT, Tolland, CT, Westbrook, CT
Date Opened: 6/1/2023 9:10 AM
Salary: $61,778/year (After graduation $68,643/year) – Prior Certified $70,785/year
Job type: Open to the Public
Close Date: 7/13/2023 11:59 PM
The State of Connecticut is committed to providing a safe and thriving environment for our community, and visitors. We believe our employees should receive comprehensive and competitive benefits for choosing to help us best serve our community, which include:
- Numerous career opportunities across our beautiful state, with opportunities for promotional advancement and geographic transfers;
- Adding to the attractive locations and upward mobility are excellent compensation and benefits;
- Press Release: Working for a Forbes top company: ‘Forbes’ State of Connecticut Ranked One of the Best Employers of 2023 – State of CT Receives National Recognition for Offering Job Growth, Competitive Benefits, and Flexible Schedule;
- A 25 year hazardous duty retirement plan;
- A comprehensive health and wellness benefits package. (Additional benefit information)
- Trooper Trainee (6 months): TR $61,778
- Trooper Trainee (Certified 2+ years): TR $70,785
- Meal Allowance: 2.5 hours pay per week (5 hours per pay period) for the 1/2 hour paid meal period.
Upon graduation:
- Trooper Trainee (6 months): SP 2/1 – $68,643 – 1 year working test period from the date of graduation.
- Trooper Trainee (Certified 2+ years): SP 2/2 – $70,785 – 6 month working test period from the date of graduation.
Trooper Trainees are eligible for Stipends after graduation from the State Police Training Academy, they are as follows:
- Annual Wellness Stipend: $500;
- Educational Stipend: $500;
- Equipment Stipend: $150;
- Candidates with this experience will still be required to attend and graduate the full Training Academy.
- Operational needs of the agency will weigh heavily on the initial assignment of hired Troopers. During the training period, DESPP will work with the State Police Trooper Trainees to identify locations that are geographically compatible to their desired location.
- Hired troopers will be required to work various shifts throughout their career. We are seeking qualified individuals who are trustworthy, motivated, and driven. Individuals should be able to work well on their own, as well as in a team environment.
- Note, this is not considered a lateral transfer.
We strive to provide superior Public Safety Services for Connecticut and achieve them through our mission:
DESPP is committed to protecting and improving the quality of life for all by providing a broad range of public safety services, training, regulatory guidance and scientific services utilizing enforcement, prevention, education and state of the art science and technology. DESPP is an equal opportunity employer.
For more information, including frequently asked questions, please visit the Connecticut State Police Recruitment and Selections website. Applicants can also follow the Connecticut State Police Recruitment and Selections Unit on social media:
- Instagram: @ctstatepolice_recruitment
- Facebook: @CTStatePoliceRecruitment
How to Apply
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