State Patrol Trooper Candidate

The work we do matters!

Hiring Agency:

State Patrol - Agency 64

Location:

Grand Island, NE

Hiring Rate:

$28.851

Job Posting:

JR2025-00018483 State Patrol Trooper Candidate (Open)

Applications No Longer Accepted On (If no date is displayed, job is posted as open until closed):

09-16-2025

Job Description:

A Career with the Nebraska State Patrol: Endless Opportunities Await

A career as a Nebraska State Trooper offers a wealth of opportunities. With dozens of specialty positions available, there are countless paths you can take. We provide a lifetime career filled with potential across communities from border to border in Nebraska.

You bring a passion for service, and we offer the expert training you need to become a Trooper and commit to a fulfilling career. During the 24-week training program, you’ll receive a salary and immediate pay increase upon graduation.


With competitive salaries and excellent benefits, the Nebraska State Patrol offers a rewarding career in law enforcement. Apply today to take the first step toward dedicating yourself to serving and protecting your community.

To ensure that duty station requests are addressed while maintaining quality coverage across Nebraska, the Nebraska State Patrol (NSP) has implemented a system where candidates will know their duty station before beginning training at the NSP Training Academy.

 

Camp #73 starts on January 5, 2026. Graduation will be on June 18, 2026.

Requirements / Qualifications:

Minimum Qualifications:

• You must be a U.S. citizen before attending the academy on 1/5/2026.
• You must be 21 years old by graduation on 6/18/2026.
• High school or homeschool diploma or GED.
• Read, write, and understand the English language at the eleventh grade level (Test of Adult Basic Education required)
• Initial Physical Abilities Test required
• Applicants will undergo a background check, which includes reviewing criminal and traffic violations.
• Full disclosure of drug use or criminal behavior is mandatory; any deception will result in dismissal from the selection process.
• A full background investigation, polygraph, psychological evaluation, and medical exam.

 

Ability to:

- Communicate effectively:

Demonstrate proficiency in speaking, reading, and writing in English. (Please note: A Test of Adult Basic Education is required, and we will accept scores from Morrow & Associates, NLETC, or other Nebraska law enforcement agencies. Previous NSP test results are also acceptable if you passed.)
- Perceive and interpret information:

Accurately perceive color differences and hear verbal and radio communications.

- Engage with diverse populations:

Interact professionally with individuals from various social, cultural, economic, and educational backgrounds.

- Work independently:

Be self-motivated and capable of working independently with minimal supervision.

 

Benefits

We offer a comprehensive package of pay, benefits, paid time off, retirement and professional development opportunities to help you get the most out of your career and life. Your paycheck is just part of your total compensation.

Check out all that the State of Nebraska has to offer! Benefit eligibility may vary by position, agency and employment status. For more information on benefits, please visit: https://statejobs.nebraska.gov/index.html#benefits

Equal Opportunity Statement

The State of Nebraska values our teammates as well as a supportive environment that strives to promote diversity, inclusion, and belonging. We recruit, hire, train, and promote in all job classifications and at all levels without regard to race, color, religion, sex. age, national origin, disability, marital status or genetics.

Current employees of the State of Nebraska should NOT apply on this external career. Instead go to Workday and access the Jobs Hub - Internal Apply app from your home landing page.