State Trooper/Trooper Recruit (26-04)

State of Alaska; Juneau (AK); On-site; USD 65,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

The State of Alaska is seeking qualified applicants to join the DPS Training Academy beginning January 2027 and July 2027. Successful candidates will be appointed as Alaska State Trooper Recruit or Alaska State Trooper, depending on qualifications, with paid training and wages while attending the academy.

You will undergo rigorous law enforcement training at the Alaska DPS Training Academy (Sitka) and may be stationed at Fairbanks, Palmer/Wasilla, or Soldotna after graduation, with eventual

Qualifications

• Must be conversant in both spoken and written English.
• Must be 21 years of age or older at the start of the academy.
• Must possess a high school diploma or have passed a General Education Development (GED) test.
• Not disqualified from any portion of a prior background investigation for this job class in the last twelve months.

Responsibilities

• Attend the DPS Training Academy starting January 2027 or July 2027.
• Work as Alaska State Trooper Recruit or Alaska State Trooper depending on qualifications.
• Serve in various enforcement areas and be stationed at training posts in Fairbanks, Palmer/Wasilla, or Soldotna after academy completion.

Skills

English proficiency

Age 21+

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

The Alaska Department of Public Safety (DPS) is seeking qualified applicants to attend the DPS Training Academy beginning January 2027 and July 2027. Successful candidates will be appointed as an Alaska State Trooper Recruit or Alaska State Trooper, depending on qualifications. You will receive high-caliber training at no expense and will earn wages and benefits while attending the academy.

WHAT YOU WILL BE DOING

Troopers work in a wide variety of law enforcement fields and, later in their careers, are eventually able to request assignments that fit their personal interests. General areas of enforcement include rural law enforcement, highway law enforcement, near-urban patrol work, and serious criminal investigations. The Alaska State Trooper/Alaska Wildlife Trooper position is among the most demanding of any law enforcement agency.

WHERE YOU WILL BE DOING IT

Trooper recruits will be stationed in one of our three training posts after completion of their academy. Our three training posts are located in Fairbanks, Palmer/Wasilla, and Soldotna. The Alaska Department of Public Safety Training Academy is in Sitka, Alaska.

OUR ORGANIZATION, MISSION AND CULTURE

The mission of the Divisions of Alaska State Troopers and Alaska Wildlife Troopers is to preserve the peace, enforce the law, prevent and detect crime, protect life and property, and preserve Alaska’s resources. The work that a Trooper performs within their community reflects a commitment to public safety for the citizens of Alaska.

THE BENEFITS OF JOINING OUR TEAM

As an Alaska State Trooper/Alaska Wildlife Trooper, you will have a rewarding career and receive high-caliber training and benefits at no expense to you while attending the academy. The diversity of available assignments and locations helps Troopers engage in a wide variety of career choices.

THE WORKING CONDITIONS YOU CAN EXPECT

The Alaska State Troopers/Alaska Wildlife Troopers serve primarily as rural police officers. Alaska does not have counties, Sheriff's Offices, or Deputies, requiring Troopers to provide complete law enforcement services for areas outside of the traditional "city limits" of most Alaska cities. Some Troopers choose to serve in very rural areas, where the only transportation is by air, riverboat, snow machine, and four-wheeler. Some choose to remain on the road system, in semi-rural areas. While others choose to live in Southeast Alaska, where travel options include both air and ferry, and town sizes vary from under a thousand to over 35,000.

WHO WE ARE LOOKING FOR

• Must be conversant in both spoken and written English.
• Must be 21 years of age or older at the start of the academy.
• Must possess a high school diploma or have passed a General Education Development (GED) test.
• Not disqualified from any portion of a prior background investigation for this job class in the last twelve months.

PRE-ACADEMY HIRING

The Alaska Department of Public Safety now offers a transformative opportunity for aspiring Alaska State Trooper Recruits through Pre-Academy Hiring, allowing applicants to be hired prior to the academy. This innovative approach aims to streamline the hiring process and expedite your appointment date.

LATERAL APPLICANTS

To meet lateral requirements, you must have twelve months of work experience as a police officer AND possession of an active police officer certificate issued by a jurisdiction outside the State of Alaska and recognized by the Alaska Police Standards Council, you will need to contact the Recruitment Unit at 907-269-5976 or [e-mail] to start the lateral process. Applicants are encouraged to review the Department of Public Safety's website before continuing in this application process alaskastatetrooper.com.

INITIAL PHYSICAL FITNESS TEST

All applicants must successfully pass the initial physical fitness test to move forward in the application process. For more information on our fitness test standards, go to alaskastatetrooper.com/hiring-process/. Additional details can also be found within the following link: Physical-Fitness-Test.pdf (Download PDF reader). This test can be proctored by an adult at a local gym, or any adequate outdoor or indoor facility. Applicants will submit results via applicant tracking platform in the Agency Provided Documents section when completing their background investigation documents. Passing initial fitness test scores are valid for 6 months.

DOCUMENTS TO COLLECT TO BE SUBMITTED WITH THE BACKGROUND PACKET

We recommend you have the following documents in your possession BEFORE submitting your online application to ensure you meet your Background Packet deadline. These documents will be submitted with the Background Packet and do not need to be uploaded to your online application.

• Scanned copy of Birth Certificate (if current name differs from that on the birth certificate, provide court documents showing name change).
• If naturalized, a scanned copy of the Naturalization Certificate with a photo.
• Certified official high school transcripts or GED certificate.
• Certified official College transcripts for all post-secondary education.
• Current and/or former police officers must provide basic police officer certification or equivalent POST Certification; additional law enforcement-related certifications; certificate of academy completion and course syllabus to include the number of hours; out-of-state applicants must provide a copy of their academy syllabus.
• Former military members must provide discharge or separation papers showing date and type of discharge for all periods of service for each branch of the military (i.e. DD-214 Long Form and NGB-22 Form, which include the Separation and Reentry codes). A DD-214 is not required to apply if you have not been discharged from active-duty service.
• Telephone numbers and physical addresses for your spouse/significant other and your ex-spouse(s)/ex-significant other(s).
• Any other law enforcement related certificates.
• Any employment evaluations, or certifications you have received.
• Long form/lifetime driving record(s) from all states and U.S. territories in which you have ever held a driver's license and/or received a citation (whether convicted or not). You can find that information at: https://www.usa.gov/motor-vehicle-services
• Long-form driver's abstract/lifetime driving record from each country outside of the U.S. or its territories where you have ever held or now hold citizenship or have been a resident alien or resided at while on military assignment (while on active mission or combat zone deployment).
• Male applicants must go to https://www.sss.gov/ to download their Selective Service Verification Letter.
• Initial Physical Fitness Test (signed by applicant and proctor).

IMPORTANT NOTE

All initial communication with applicants will be conducted via email. It is imperative that applicants provide a valid email address when applying and check email frequently during the application process. Applicants who have a change in email address during this application process must notify the Recruitment Unit immediately. It is crucial that you are honest and provide accurate information in your job application, during all background phases, and in the final selection process. All information requested is mandatory. Anything less than full disclosure will eliminate you from further consideration for this recruitment and potentially future recruitment for this job class. A thorough understanding of the following information is paramount to your ability to remain competitive in the application process. All instructions must be followed explicitly, and all forms must be completed neatly and thoroughly.

NOTIFICATION OF NEXT PHASE

As part of the hiring process, Alaska State Troopers conducts a thorough background investigation of all candidates using a web-based applicant tracking platform to securely collect all required information and documentation. When invited to the online portal, applicants will be required to create a log-in and then follow the applicant instructions. Users need to use the Chrome web browser on a computer and upload all documents within 15 days of invitation to the portal. Applicants can expect to pay for airfare and lodging while in Anchorage for testing. The upcoming testing weeks are November 16th-20th, 2026, and January 11th-15th, 2027.

EEO STATEMENT

The State of Alaska complies with Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). Individuals with disabilities, who require accommodation, auxiliary aids or services, or alternative communication formats, please call 1-800-587-0430 or 465-4095 in Juneau or [phone] (TTY) or correspond with the Division of Personnel & Labor Relations at the address above. The State of Alaska is an equal opportunity employer.

WORKPLACE ALASKA APPLICATION QUESTIONS & ASSISTANCE

Questions regarding application submission or system operation errors should be directed to the Workplace Alaska hotline at 1-800-587-0430 (toll-free) or [phone] if you are located in the Juneau area. Requests for information may also be emailed to [e-mail].

For specific information in reference to the position please contact the hiring manager:

Sgt. Brandon Viator

Phone: [phone]

[e-mail]