State Police are Taking Applications for State Trooper Careers

The Pennsylvania State Police (PSP) recently opened a new application cycle for people considering a rewarding career in public service as a state trooper.

Applicants must have a high school diploma or GED certificate and a valid driver’s license from any state. They must be at least 20 years old at the time of application, and they must be at least 21 years old and cannot have reached age 40 upon entry into the training academy. Cadets must be a Pennsylvania resident and possess a valid Pennsylvania driver’s license at the time of graduation.

Applications should be submitted via the Commonwealth’s employment website by Nov. 27, 2024. Upon completion of the training academy, cadets are promoted to trooper and receive an increase in salary, currently set at $66,911 annually.

For more information on becoming a state trooper, including applicant requirements and job benefits, visit PATrooper.com.