State Police Trooper Trainee
Come Find Your Unexpected Opportunities with the Connecticut State Police!
WHAT WE CAN OFFER YOU
The State of Connecticut is committed to providing a safe and thriving environment for our community, and visitors. We believe our employees should receive comprehensive and competitive benefits for choosing to help us best serve our community, which include:
- Numerous career opportunities across our beautiful state, with opportunities for promotional advancement and geographic transfers;
- Adding to the attractive locations and upward mobility are excellent compensation and benefits;
- A 25-year hazardous duty retirement plan;
- A comprehensive health and wellness benefit package. (Even more here!)
IMPORTANT UPDATE: The Connecticut State Police recruitment and selection process has been fully integrated with www.PoliceApp.com. All communications and hiring activities will be conducted through the PoliceApp platform. If you already have a PoliceApp account, please log in using your existing credentials and confirm that you can access your account without issues.
If you do not have a PoliceApp account, follow these steps to create one:
- Go to www.policeapp.com/Jobs/Candidates/Login/
- Scroll down to the “Sign Up” section and complete the registration form.
- Once your account is created, log in to ensure your credentials work correctly.
If you experience any issues, please contact PoliceApp Support via email at support@policeapp.com.
HOW TO APPLY: The State Police Trooper Trainee application is available only on www.PoliceApp.com. Applicants are required to complete and submit all materials directly through the PoliceApp platform. Please ensure that your application is complete. You are unable to make revisions once you officially submit your application. If you experience any issues, please contact PoliceApp Support via email at support@policeapp.com.
- Applicants must be 21 years old by September 18, 2026.
- Applicants must obtain their GED or high school diploma by March 29, 2027.
COMPENSATION GUIDELINES
Hire
- Trooper Trainee (6 months): TR $64,907
- Trooper Trainee (Certified 2+ years): TR $74,369
- Meal Allowance: 2.5 hours pay per week (5 hours per pay period) for the 1/2 hour paid meal period.
UPON GRADUATION
- Trooper Trainee: SP 2/1 - $72,119 - 1 year working test period from the date of graduation.
- Trooper Trainee (Certified 2+ years): SP 2/2 - $74,369 - 6 month working test period from the date of graduation.
Trooper Trainees are eligible for Stipends after graduation from the State Police Training Academy. They are as follows:
- Annual Wellness Stipend $500
- Educational Stipend $500
- Equipment Stipend $150
CERTIFIED POLICE OFFICERS
The Connecticut State Police is now compensating Certified Police Officers that enter into the State Police Training Academy at a higher pay rate. This incentive program is open to all Certified Police Officers with a minimum of 2 years of experience and no more than a 2-year uninterrupted absence from the profession. We value the expertise and dedication that comes with experience, and we welcome those who have maintained their commitment to the profession and the community. A study recently ranked Connecticut as the best state in the United States to be a Police Officer. Join us and be a part of a team that recognizes and rewards your valuable skills.