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 Employment Opportunities
The Pennsylvania State Police offers challenging and rewarding career opportunities for those who are committed to serving the public. Positions include Troopers, Liquor Enforcement Officers, Police Communications Operators, Forensic Specialists, and many other civilian jobs.
 Current Announcements
- Cadet Class Postponement - Last Update: 12/05/2011
The 134th Cadet class, originally scheduled for November 14, 2011 and then rescheduled to January 9, 2012, has again been postponed due to budgetary constraints. Applicants are encouraged to periodically review this web page to learn of any further updates.
Subsequent Cadet class schedules will be posted on this site, as information becomes available.
For those applicants who just completed the written examination process in January 2012, please provide any updated contact information (e-mail and US mailing addresses, etc.) to ra-entrylevelexam@pa.gov as you are unable to access your on-line application at this time. Please include your full name and at least the last four digits of your Social Security Number.
If you are interested in both positions, you must complete the on-line application process for each position. Applications may be filed by accessing the links below.
Employment Information
Pennsylvania State Trooper - Learn about the salary, benefits, and career as a Pennsylvania State Police Trooper. For more information about being a Trooper and having the career of a lifetime, please visit our recruitment site - www.PATrooper.com. Additionally, you may contact one of the Pennsylvania State Police Recruiters or contact us via our Toll Free Number: 1-877-PACADET.
State Police Cadet - Prior to becoming a Pennsylvania State Police Trooper, all recruits enter the PSP Academy under the rank of Cadet. A State Police Cadet is a person who has been appointed to complete the basic training necessary to become a Pennsylvania State Police Trooper. Both Cadets and Troopers must meet the Department's Eligibility Requirements and pass the Cadet Selection Procedures.
Eligibility Requirements
Cadet Selection Procedures
Apply on-line at https://www.pspcadet.state.pa.us
Liquor Enforcement Officers - Learn about the salary, benefits, and career as a Liquor Enforcement Officer. Liquor Enforcement Officers are responsible for conducting investigations performed through undercover operations and open inspections of licensed or unlicensed liquor establishments. They have the power and duty to arrest for violations of the Pennsylvania Liquor Code and specific Crimes Code-related offenses.
Liquor Enforcement Officer Trainee - Prior to becoming a Liquor Enforcement Officer, all trainees enter a 13-15 week training period. The training is purposely designed to eliminate any applicant who does not possess the necessary intelligence, emotional stability, or physical stamina to meet the requirements. Both Liquor Enforcement Officer Trainees and Liquor Enforcement Officers must meet the Department's Eligibility Requirements and pass the Selection Procedures.
Eligibility Requirements
Selection Procedures
Apply on-line at https://www.pspleot.state.pa.us
Contact a Recruiter for further information
Civilian Employment - Gaining civilian employment with the Pennsylvania State Police and thus, the Commonwealth, is different from gaining employment with a private organization/company. Job titles are designated as being either Non-Civil Service or Civil Service. This designation determines the applicable placement procedures for a given classification.
Police Communications Operators - Work involves receiving, dispatching and coordinating communications at a Pennsylvania State Police installation. These positions are staffed twenty-four hours per day, seven days a week, including weekends and holidays. The annual salary is $36,262.00 as of October 1, 2010.
Forensic Laboratory Career Opportunities - The Pennsylvania State Police, Bureau of Forensic Services provides unique career opportunities for the analysis of criminal evidence. Positions include: Civilian Forensic Scientist, Enlisted Forensic Examiners and Civilian Multimedia Specialist.
Interns, Associates, and Trainees - The Pennsylvania State Police employs several types of interns, associates, and trainees depending on its operational needs and budget constraints. Currently, the Department has limited participation in these programs due to budget constraints.
Contacting the Pennsylvania State Police Bureau of Human Resources
Pennsylvania State Police
Bureau of Human Resources
1800 Elmerton Avenue
Harrisburg, Pennsylvania 17110
Fax: (717) 772-1436
E-Mail:
On the Web: Bureau of Human Resources Overview
Additional Links:
The Pennsylvania State Police is an Equal Opportunity Employer
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