Arizona Cadet State Trooper — Training Path to Trooper

Arizona Department of Public Safety; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 50,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

The Arizona Department of Public Safety is recruiting Cadet State Troopers to form an eligibility list for current and future vacancies across the state. Cadets undergo AZ P.O.S.T. Basic Training, then are reclassified to State Trooper after certification.

Applicants must pass a physical fitness test and written exam and must be willing to accept assignments anywhere in Arizona. Testing is conducted in Kingman with a July 2027 academy in mind; successful candidates will be placed on an 18-month

Qualifications

• High school graduate or GED required.
• US citizenship and residency in Arizona by start date.
• Ability to pass physical fitness and training requirements.

Responsibilities

• Learns patrol, investigation, traffic control and safety, police methods, first aid, and community relations.
• Learns federal, state, and local laws and Department procedures.
• Prepares reports and participates in a structured training program.

Skills

Decision making

Reading comprehension

Written communication

Verbal communication

Vehicle operation

Interpersonal skills

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

The Arizona Department of Public Safety is recruiting Cadet State Troopers to form an eligibility list for current and future vacancies across the state. Cadets undergo AZ P.O.S.T. Basic Training, then are reclassified to State Trooper after certification.

Applicants must pass a physical fitness test and written exam and must be willing to accept assignments anywhere in Arizona. Testing is conducted in Kingman with a July 2027 academy in mind; successful candidates will be placed on an 18-month