What are the responsibilities and job description for the Highway Patrol Officer position at California Highway Patrol?
**Job Summary**
We are seeking highly motivated and dedicated individuals to join the California Highway Patrol as a Safety Officer. The role requires flexibility, with various locations across California (over 100 offices) offering opportunities for placement.
As a CHP Officer, you will undergo a comprehensive 26-week training program at the Paid CHP Training Academy, receiving monthly compensation during this period. Upon graduation, you can expect guaranteed career placement.
The position involves enforcing state traffic laws and regulations on highways and roads, responding to accidents, emergencies, and criminal activities, investigating traffic collisions, crimes, and incidents, providing roadside assistance, collaborating with local law enforcement and emergency services, conducting public education programs on traffic safety, and preparing detailed reports and testifying in court as needed.
Key Responsibilities:
- Enforce state traffic laws and regulations on highways and roads
- Respond to accidents, emergencies, and criminal activities
- Investigate traffic collisions, crimes, and incidents
- Provide roadside assistance to stranded motorists
- Collaborate with local law enforcement and emergency services
- Conduct public education programs on traffic safety
- Prepare detailed reports and testify in court as needed
Benefits:
- Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage
- Guaranteed Career Placement Upon Graduation
- Opportunities for career advancement within the California Highway Patrol
