State Police Trooper Trainee

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Recruitment #251020-7961SP-001

Location : Bethany, CT; Bridgeport, CT; Canaan, CT; Colchester, CT; Hartford, CT; Killingly, CT; Litchfield, CT; Montville, CT; Southbury, CT; Tolland, CT; Westbrook, CT

Date Opened : 10 / 20 / 2025 08 : 15 : 00 AM. Salary : $64,907 per year (After Graduation $72,119 per year). Prior Certified : $74,369 per year. Job Type : Open to the Public. Close Date : 12 / 20 / 2025 11 : 59 : 00 PM.

Job Summary

Come find your unexpected opportunities with the Connecticut State Police! The State of Connecticut is committed to providing a safe and thriving environment for our community and visitors. We offer numerous career opportunities across the state, promotional advancement, geographic transfers, a 25-year hazardous duty retirement plan, and an attractive compensation and benefits package.

Important Update

The Connecticut State Police recruitment and selection process has been fully integrated with www.PoliceApp.com. All communications and hiring activities are conducted through the PoliceApp platform. If you do not have a PoliceApp account, create one at www.policeapp.com / Jobs / Candidates / Login / and complete the registration form.

How to Apply

• Applicants must be 21 years old by September 18, 2026.
• Applicants must obtain their GED or high school diploma by March 29, 2027.

Compensation Guidelines

Upon Graduation

Trooper Trainees are eligible for the following stipends after graduation from the State Police Training Academy :

Certified Police Officers

Certified Police Officers with a minimum of 2 years of experience and no more than a 2-year uninterrupted absence from the profession are compensated at a higher pay rate. They are required to attend and graduate the full Training Academy. Operational needs will determine initial assignment. Troopers may work various shifts throughout their career and are expected to work well independently and in teams.

Dedication to Connecticut

The Department of Emergency Services and Public Protection is an equal opportunity employer. For more information, visit the Connecticut State Police Recruitment and Selections website. Applications can also be accessed through the PoliceApp platform.

Selection Plan

The application process includes eight stages : PoliceApp account creation, application submission, CHIP card or physical fitness assessment, written exam, polygraph, background investigation, psychological and medical evaluations, and job offer.

Qualifications

Example of duties and responsibilities will be completed at the Police Training Academy and on the job until assignment as a State Police Trooper.

Examples of Duties

Knowledge, Skill and Ability

Minimum Qualifications

Experience and training that provide the knowledge, skill, and ability listed above.

Preferred Qualifications

Special Requirements

Physical Requirements

Comprehensive medical and physical examinations will be required upon conditional offer of employment. Candidates must have sufficient strength, stamina, agility, endurance, eyesight, and hearing to perform the duties of a State Police Trooper.

Conclusion

The State of Connecticut is an equal opportunity / affirmative action employer and strongly encourages the applications of women, minorities, and persons with disabilities. As defined by Sec. 5-196 of the Connecticut General Statutes, a job class is a position or group of positions that share general characteristics and are categorized under a single title for administrative purposes.

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