Cadet State Trooper: Train, Patrol, Serve the State

Arizona Department of Public Safety; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Arizona Department of Public Safety in Arizona recruits Cadet State Troopers to begin the AZ P.O.S.T. Basic Training and learn general duty police work, with potential reclassification to State Trooper after certification.

Cadets participate in the academy and may be assigned anywhere in the state after successful completion. Candidates must be a US citizen, hold a high school diploma or GED, be at least 21 by completion of training, reside in Arizona by start date, and meet required physical

Qualifications

• Must be a US citizen.
• Must be a high school graduate or have a GED.
• Must be at least 21 years old at the completion of AZ P.O.S.T. Basic Training Curriculum.
• By the starting date, must be a resident of Arizona and possess a valid Arizona driver license.

Responsibilities

• Learn patrol, investigation, traffic control, safety, police methods, first aid, and community relations.
• Learn federal, state, and local traffic and criminal laws.
• Familiarize with department policies and procedures.
• Prepare clear, concise reports and maintain professional work habits.
• Participate in a physical fitness program to develop required skills.

Skills

Operates a vehicle

Clear communication (oral & written)

Analytical thinking

Read & understand complex information

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Arizona Department of Public Safety in Arizona recruits Cadet State Troopers to begin the AZ P.O.S.T. Basic Training and learn general duty police work, with potential reclassification to State Trooper after certification.

Cadets participate in the academy and may be assigned anywhere in the state after successful completion. Candidates must be a US citizen, hold a high school diploma or GED, be at least 21 by completion of training, reside in Arizona by start date, and meet required physical