Alaska State Trooper Recruit — Training & Impact

State of Alaska; Alaska; On-site; USD 52,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

The Alaska Department of Public Safety is seeking qualified applicants to attend the DPS Training Academy beginning January 2027 and July 2027. Successful candidates will be appointed as an Alaska State Trooper Recruit or Alaska State Trooper, depending on qualifications.

You will receive wages and benefits while attending the academy. Troopers work in a wide variety of law enforcement fields and, after training, can be stationed at one of three posts in Fairbanks, Palmer/Wasilla, or Soldotna,

Qualifications

• Must be conversant in both spoken and written English.
• Must be 21 years of age or older at the start of the academy.
• Must possess a high school diploma or GED.
• Not disqualified from any portion of a prior background investigation in the last 12 months.

Responsibilities

• Attend the DPS Training Academy beginning January 2027 or July 2027.
• Be appointed as Alaska State Trooper Recruit or Alaska State Trooper based on qualifications.
• Work in diverse law enforcement fields and complete required training.

Skills

English proficiency

Age 21+

Driver's license

Background check eligibility

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

The Alaska Department of Public Safety is seeking qualified applicants to attend the DPS Training Academy beginning January 2027 and July 2027. Successful candidates will be appointed as an Alaska State Trooper Recruit or Alaska State Trooper, depending on qualifications.

You will receive wages and benefits while attending the academy. Troopers work in a wide variety of law enforcement fields and, after training, can be stationed at one of three posts in Fairbanks, Palmer/Wasilla, or Soldotna,