Highway Patrol Trooper (basic Short School)

State of North Carolina

North Carolina, United States
Base: $51,852-$62,932; bonus: employee referral bo...
Valid driver's license with good record
Ability to interpret motor vehicle laws
Physical fitness test score of 60% or higher
The North Carolina State Highway Patrol's primary mission is to reduce collisions and make the highways of North Carolina as safe as possible

Job Summary

  • The North Carolina State Highway Patrol's primary mission is to reduce collisions and make the highways of North Carolina as safe as possible.
  • Duties include assisting the public in emergencies, investigating highway accidents, apprehending violators, and testifying in court.
  • This position qualifies for an employee referral bonus program if referred by a current DPS employee.

Matching Summary

The North Carolina State Highway Patrol's primary mission is to reduce collisions and make the highways of North Carolina as safe as possible.

Salary

Base: $51,852-$62,932; Bonus: Employee referral bonus available; Benefits: Paid parental leave, PSLF eligibility

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Valid driver's license with good record
  • Ability to interpret motor vehicle laws
  • Physical fitness test score of 60% or higher
  • 20/30 vision in each eye corrected
  • Willingness to live anywhere in state

Nice-to-have

  • Courteous interaction with general public
  • Ability to work under emergency conditions
  • Strong oral and written communication skills
  • Teamwork with other law enforcement agencies

Key Requirements

  • Must be 21-39 years old on first day of school
  • High School diploma or GED required
  • US Citizen or Naturalized Citizen
  • No felony or serious misdemeanor convictions
  • Pass polygraph, background check, and medical exam
  • Score at least 60% on Cooper Physical Fitness Test

Work Rights

Must be a US Citizen or Naturalized Citizen

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