AZ State Trooper: Highway Patrol & Special Ops

Arizona Department of Public Safety; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

The Arizona Department of Public Safety seeks sworn peace officers to patrol highways, respond to incidents, and uphold laws to protect life and property across the state. Candidates must be certified, complete field training, and maintain a valid driver license.

Positions may involve specialized assignments and progression to an academy pathway. Officers will engage in enforcing traffic laws, preparing detailed reports, and testifying in court as required.

Qualifications

• Requires current AZ POST certification as a regular peace officer and a minimum of three years of sworn peace officer experience.
• Must have successfully completed an agency’s field training program and probationary period.
• Must possess and maintain a valid Arizona driver license at the time of employment.

Responsibilities

• Patrol state highways by automobile, motorcycle, aircraft, or other means and enforce traffic laws.
• Investigate traffic collisions and criminal cases by interviewing witnesses and gathering evidence.
• Write detailed reports on police-related activities and testifying as needed in court.
• Arrest criminal and traffic offenders and transport them to jail; use appropriate force when required.
• Stabilize emergency situations, secure scenes, and provide first aid as a first responder when needed.
• Attend training classes in police methods and related topics and work with various units as assigned.

Skills

Vehicle operation

Firearms handling

Education

AZ POST certification

Job description

The Arizona Department of Public Safety seeks sworn peace officers to patrol highways, respond to incidents, and uphold laws to protect life and property across the state. Candidates must be certified, complete field training, and maintain a valid driver license.

Positions may involve specialized assignments and progression to an academy pathway. Officers will engage in enforcing traffic laws, preparing detailed reports, and testifying in court as required.