Public Safety Cadet: Train to Become a Trooper

State of Colorado; Colorado; On-site; USD 77,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical and dental options

Disability coverage

Life insurance

Wellness Program

BenefitHub discounts

Health Savings Account

FMLA/FAMLI

Flexible work arrangements

Retirement benefits

Paid holidays

Employee Assistance Program

Tuition reimbursement

Credit Union membership

Job summary

The Colorado State Patrol Cadet position is a 100% in-person role with training to become a fully functional State Trooper after graduation. Cadets participate in comprehensive instruction across arrest practices, policy interpretation, and emergency response, while attending the prescribed training academy and meeting POST standards.

Upon graduation, cadets become Troopers with a pay rate of $8,046 monthly.

Qualifications

• HS Diploma or GED is required.
• Must be 21 years of age at the start of the Academy.

Responsibilities

• Receive training in arrest laws, rights and evidence collection.
• Learn to apply agency policies and procedures and to prepare reports.
• Participate in firearms, driving, physical training and related academy activities.

Skills

Communication skills

Decision making

Adaptability

Teamwork

Command presence

Education

HS Diploma or GED

Job description

The Colorado State Patrol Cadet position is a 100% in-person role with training to become a fully functional State Trooper after graduation. Cadets participate in comprehensive instruction across arrest practices, policy interpretation, and emergency response, while attending the prescribed training academy and meeting POST standards.

Upon graduation, cadets become Troopers with a pay rate of $8,046 monthly.