State Trooper (Lateral) SEPT 18 testing

Built for the Badge; Phoenix, Northern (AZ, KY); Hybrid; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Built for the Badge is seeking a State Trooper in Arizona. Applicants must hold a current AZ POST certification as a regular peace officer to qualify. The role involves patrolling highways and performing general duty police work to enforce laws and protect life and property.

The position may include assignments to specialized units such as training, motorcycle patrol, executive security, or investigations. The next academy is anticipated for March 1, 2027.

Qualifications

• Must possess a current AZ POST certification as a regular peace officer.
• If not certified, eligibility for Cadet State Trooper program.

Responsibilities

• Patrol highways and provide general duty police services.
• Enforce laws and ordinances and prevent crime.
• May be assigned to specialized units including training, motorcycle patrol, executive security, explosives, hostage negotiations, investigations, or other duties.

Skills

vehicle operation

firearms & equipment

clear reports

Job description

In order to qualify for the State Trooper position, you must possess a current AZ POST certification as a regular peace officer. If you do not currently possess the certification, you may wish to apply for Cadet State Trooper.

The next lateral State Trooper academy is anticipated for March 1, 2027.

Patrols highways and/or performs general duty police work in the protection of life and property through the enforcement of laws and ordinances and the prevention of crime. May be assigned to specialized functions including, but not limited to, training, motorcycle patrol, executive security, handling of explosives, hostage negotiations, Special Operations Unit, criminal investigations, paramedic duties, community relations, or administration. Performs related duties as assigned.

TIME AND LOCATION KNOWLEDGE OF:

1. police methods, practices, and procedures.


2. Departmental rules and regulations.


3. federal, state, and local laws governing traffic and crime, search and seizure activities, and the rules of evidence.


4. first aid principles and practices.


5. conflict management techniques.


6. investigative techniques.


7. techniques of interviewing and interrogation.


8. crime patterns and trends in assigned area.

SKILL IN:

1. the operation of a vehicle under normal and/or adverse conditions.


2. the use of firearms and related police emergency equipment.

ABILITY TO:

1. prepare clear, accurate, and grammatically correct written reports.


2. analyze situations or informa