What are the responsibilities and job description for the State Trooper position at Delaware State Police?
Now Hiring State Troopers
The Delaware State Police is a progressive agency, rich in tradition, that enhances the quality of life for all Delaware citizens and visitors by providing professional, competent and compassionate law enforcement services.
Competitive Compensation and Benefits Package
Delaware State Police provides a competitive compensation package that includes:
- Competitive salary – starting salary is $86,919
- Excellent pension plan – (Mandatory retirement at 55, the option to retire at 20 years, further details are available upon request or should be referred to the Pension Office and/or their website)
- Take-home car with state-of-the-art information technology after 18 months
- 12-hour shifts with option of standby status for court
- State-share health insurance
- Division-issued equipment and uniforms, with dry cleaning delivered to the troop
- Six weeks paid vacation a year with liberal sick leave
- College tuition assistance
- Deferred Compensation/Investment Plan
- Tax-deferred medical/childcare program
- Blood Bank membership
- Eligible for DSP Credit Union Membership
- For those in the Guard or Reserves, State of Delaware employees are entitled to 240 excused military hours per year for military training.
Essential Qualifications for the Delaware State Police Candidates
Prospective applicants must meet the following qualifications:
- U.S. Citizenship: All candidates must be U.S. citizens.
- Age: Must be 21-39 years of age.
- Education:
- 60 accredited college credits
- or 30 credits with 2 years active-duty military service
- or 30 credits with 2 years as a DE certified police officer
- or 30 credits with 2 years as an out-of-state Trooper
- Driver’s License: Possession of a valid Driver's License (not suspended, revoked or canceled, or disqualified from driving).
- Backgrounds and Selection Process: Candidates for this position will be subject to a background investigation, a pre employment physical, drug testing, fitness testing, psychological testing, and a medical/criminal polygraph.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: From $86,919.00 per year
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- 12 hour shift
Work Location: In person
Salary : $86,919
