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THE DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY IS INTERESTED IN ATTRACTING PEOPLE WHO DESIRE A CAREER IN LAW ENFORCEMENT WITH THE DIVISION OF ALASKA STATE TROOPERS OR THE DIVISION OF FISH AND WILDLIFE PROTECTION. The Department of Public Safety (DPS) is Alaska’s primary law enforcement agency whose responsibilities encompass the enforcement of federal, state, and local laws. The mandate of the department is to prevent loss of life and property as a result of illegal or unsafe acts. The department enforces criminal laws, traffic laws, and state fish and game regulations. It provides public protection programs for fire and traffic safety. The DPS has two law enforcement divisions, the Alaska State Troopers (AST), with approximately 260 commissioned officers, and Fish and Wildlife Protection (FWP), with approximately 90 commissioned officers. State Troopers are posted throughout the state, many in remote areas. AST’s main responsibility is the enforcement of all criminal and traffic laws, identification and apprehension of violators, and the prevention of crime and traffic violations. Specialized functions include white collar crime, criminal investigations, narcotics, serving of warrants, prisoner transport, and search and rescue missions. FWP’s main responsibility is to protect Alaska’s fish and wildlife resources through enforcement of laws and regulations governing use of natural resources within Alaska and its adjacent waters, as well as through increasing the knowledge of, and respect for, fish and wildlife laws and regulations. FWP also participates in the overall mission of the DPS through enforcement of criminal laws and participation in search and rescue operations. |
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STATE TROOPER/STATE TROOPER RECRUIT:
Participates in formal classroom and role playing situations to train in first aid,
criminal law, administration of justice, criminal investigation, traffic operations, riot
control and other law enforcement subjects.
SELECTION PROCESS As part of the selection process, applicants must pass a written examination
and physical fitness test. In addition, an extensive background
investigation will be conducted which may include: criminal background
review, fingerprinting, a polygraph examination, and drug screening. For
those who receive conditional job offers, a medical, visual, hearing, and
psychological evaluation will be given. Applicants selected as State Trooper Recruit ACADEMY CURRICULUM The training academy curriculum includes police procedures, criminal and civil law, criminal investigation procedures, police photography, report writing, self defense, firearms qualification, emergency vehicle operation and emergency first aid. This academy will prepare a recruit for field training with an experienced officer. Recruits at the academy follow military protocol. Fundamental marching skills are taught to instill a level of discipline and facilitate orderly movement of recruits to training areas. Successful completion of the academy curriculum prepares the State Trooper Recruit, both physically and mentally, for continued training after graduation with a qualified field-training officer. At the beginning of the academy, and periodically throughout, physical fitness evaluations are administered to each student. Strict adherence to the physical training program is required to enable the student to reach fitness goals. Physical training is given five days a week and includes cardiovascular sessions and physical conditioning exercises for increasing upper body and abdominal strength. FIELD TRAINING PROGRAM All State Trooper Recruits (Academy and Field Training) will complete a field training program during which the recruit progressively applies the knowledge and skills learned. The recruit is assigned to an experienced Field Training Officer who evaluates all phases of the recruit’s job performance. The recruit is expected to develop to the point of being able to perform all police functions independently. The evaluations received during the Academy and Field Training determine continued employment as a State Trooper Recruit. DUTY ASSIGNMENTS Appointments will be made pending successful completion of the full selection process. Successful applicants will be allowed to indicate their preference; however, individuals will be offered positions in the respective divisions (AST or FWP) at the discretion of the Department. New recruits will be assigned to one of the detachments so they can become acquainted with department and the respective division policies. The Recruit will have the opportunity to work in various fields of law enforcement, and receive ample supervision and counseling while becoming an Alaska State Trooper. COMMISSIONED OFFICERS OF BOTH DIVISIONS MUST BE AVAILABLE FOR TRANSFER WHEN REQUIRED BY THE NEEDS OF THE DEPARTMENT. APPROXIMATE SALARY The base monthly salary for a State Trooper Recruit varies based on geographic location. Ketchikan's salary is $3,715; Anchorage, Sitka, Palmer, and Soldotna is $3,452; Fairbanks is $3,581. Salaries are subject to modification by terms of the collective bargaining agreement. Minimum base salary after successful completion of probation and promotion to State Trooper is $3,999 per month. BENEFITS The State Trooper Recruit receives benefits including paid leave and holidays, life and health insurance programs for the State Trooper Recruit and dependents, and a retirement program when vested. For more information about the State of Alaska's benefit system, please visit the Division of Retirement & Benefits website. FURTHER INFORMATION If you have any further questions or require additional information, contact us by phone or written request directed to the following:
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