UHP - Trooper

A DAY IN THE LIFE AS A UTAH HIGHWAY PATROL TROOPER

You take your responsibility to the citizens of Utah seriously. Your integrity is impeccable and you provide honest and credible testimony in court as needed. Though most of your law enforcement work engages your love for interacting with people, you also spend some time applying your attention to detail in preparing reports for investigations and accidents. You are organized and carefully keep track of evidence, paperwork, warrants, and equipment. You show great respect for others and their property. You maintain your assigned vehicles and equipment with care. Your self-motivation is evident as you are always looking for ways to learn and improve, attending training sessions regularly and keeping your credentials up-to-date. You get great satisfaction from helping make Utah such a great place to live!

Qualifications

• 21 years of age or older, no maximum age
• High school diploma or equivalent
• United States citizen
• A non US citizen that has a Lawful Permanent Resident (LPR) card who:
• has been in the United States legally for at least five(5) years AND
• has legal authorization to work in the United States.
• Must pass NPOST test - 70% in each category and 70% overall - does not need to be taken prior to application
• One for One salary credit may be given for prior law enforcement experience
• $5,000 training reimbursement given to those who recently self-sponsored through a Utah POST satellite academy
• $2,500 hiring bonus for those with prior law enforcement experience
• $2,500 signing bonus to a new hired trooper, not captured in the two above, upon POST graduation/certification
• We will sponsor new hires through the police academy, providing paid training.

About The Role

Background Check Required – A comprehensive background investigation, which may include a polygraph, may be required. Drug Test Required – Yes

Schedule Code

Schedule Code – B - Competitive Career Service

Benefits

• Job Stability: Enjoy the security and reliability of employment within a well-established organization.
• Career Growth: Develop valuable skills and gain opportunities for leadership within a large organization.
• Meaningful Work: Contribute to an important service that benefits the community and supports organizational goals.
• Supportive Work Environment: Be part of a team that values cooperation, strong work ethics, and mutual support.

EEO Statement

The State of Utah is committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity, or Veteran status. We also consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements.