State Trooper (Exam Needed) - Military Veterans
at New York State Department of Civil Service
Please visit the link to view the complete posting and instructions on how to apply to take the exam for state trooper:
https://publicapps.troopers.ny.gov/Exam-Internet/overview.jsf
Criteria Checklist
- I will be a citizen of the United States on
- February 24, 2025.
- I have not been convicted of a felony.
- I will be 20 years old on February 24, 2025.
- I will be less than 35 years old prior to
- February 24, 2025 OR I will be 35 years or
- older on February 24, 2025, but I have
- federal active duty military service and
- qualify for a maximum age extension.
- I have not been dishonorably discharged from
- military service.
If you do not meet all of the criteria above, you will not be permitted to take the examination.
**PLEASE NOTE - College credits are required
to be appointed to the State Police Academy - Refer
to Education Qualifications for detailed information
Salary:
During academy training, compensation is up to $59,612. After one year of service, the minimum compensation increases to $98,300.
Benefits:
- 120 hours of vacation annually, up to a maximum of 224 hours, depending on length of service.
- 104 hours annually paid holiday time.
- 24 to 40 paid personal leave hours based on length of service.
- Paid sick leave accumulating at the rate of 104 hours per year.
- Excellent health, dental, and optical insurance coverage.
- All uniforms and equipment are provided, including dry cleaning services for uniforms.
- Excellent retirement benefits
Military Liaison:
To contact the New York State Police Military Liaison with specific questions about becoming a state trooper.
Email Military.liaison@troopers.ny.gov.
New York, NY
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