What are the responsibilities and job description for the Trooper Trainee (Multiple Positions) position at Kansas Highway Patrol?
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**It\'s not just a career. It\'s a mission.**
We set a very high standard at the Kansas Highway Patrol, not only for
ourselves, but those who want to join our ranks. Our Troopers take an
oath to support the constitution and to protect the lives of those
living in and traveling through our beautiful state. This oath is more
than just a statement it is a belief. Because of this, the Kansas
Highway Patrol is recognized as one of the most respected law
enforcement agencies around. We strive to have an elite agency built
upon our mission of **Service, Courtesy and Protection**. These are the
qualities that we look for in the next generation of law enforcement,
and why only those with these traits earn the title of State Trooper.
Training Academy
You never know what you will encounter as you protect the citizens of
Kansas. This is why recruits spend 21 weeks undergoing training that is
as unpredictable as what troopers face in the field.
By graduation day, recruits have not only earned the title of Kansas
State Trooper and a well-deserved raise, but they have also formed
valuable connections, learned from each other and built relationships
that will follow them their entire career.
**Recruit Trooper Training Includes**
will help reduce the chances of serious injury or burnout. [See our
preparation
guide](https://kansashighwaypatrol.gov/khpjobsorg/career-opportunities/trooper/physical-agility-testing/preparing-physically/ "Preparing Physically | Kansas Highway Patrol, KS"){target="_blank"
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challenging.\
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handling, defensive tactics, advanced driving skills, and attention
to detail.
Position Summary & Responsibilities
Troopers proudly provide Service, Courtesy and Protection to the
citizens they serve by apprehending traffic violators, keeping impaired
drivers off the road, investigating injury and fatal crashes, and
assisting disabled motorists. While the expectations of this career are
the same for each law enforcement position, a troopers career does not
have to become stale. Experienced troopers have the option to progress
to specialty units ranging from canine officer and dignitary protection.
Other specialty assignments include drug interdiction, auto theft,
accident investigation, IED disposal, and air support to mention a few.
Station Assignments
Location requests are taken into consideration, but the applicant must
ultimately be willing to live and work anywhere in the State of Kansas.
Pre-employment Requirements
Applicants must be a U.S. citizen and 21-years of age by the time the
training academy begins. At time of appointment, candidate must take and
pass a drug screening test approved by the Division of Personnel
Services and be required to pass a physical exam administered by the
hiring agency. This class requires the use of a firearm for law
enforcement duties and therefore, candidates cannot have been convicted
of, and must be free of any diversions from, a felony or misdemeanor
domestic violence crime as set forth in 18 U.S.C. 922 (d) (9) and (g)
information, please see: https://www.kansasworks.com/jobs/13555133
**It\'s not just a career. It\'s a mission.**
We set a very high standard at the Kansas Highway Patrol, not only for
ourselves, but those who want to join our ranks. Our Troopers take an
oath to support the constitution and to protect the lives of those
living in and traveling through our beautiful state. This oath is more
than just a statement it is a belief. Because of this, the Kansas
Highway Patrol is recognized as one of the most respected law
enforcement agencies around. We strive to have an elite agency built
upon our mission of **Service, Courtesy and Protection**. These are the
qualities that we look for in the next generation of law enforcement,
and why only those with these traits earn the title of State Trooper.
Training Academy
You never know what you will encounter as you protect the citizens of
Kansas. This is why recruits spend 21 weeks undergoing training that is
as unpredictable as what troopers face in the field.
By graduation day, recruits have not only earned the title of Kansas
State Trooper and a well-deserved raise, but they have also formed
valuable connections, learned from each other and built relationships
that will follow them their entire career.
**Recruit Trooper Training Includes**
- **Physical endurance -** Intense physical exertion and fitness
will help reduce the chances of serious injury or burnout. [See our
preparation
guide](https://kansashighwaypatrol.gov/khpjobsorg/career-opportunities/trooper/physical-agility-testing/preparing-physically/ "Preparing Physically | Kansas Highway Patrol, KS"){target="_blank"
rel="noopener"}\
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- **Mental Strength -** Stress and self-discipline are integral
challenging.\
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- **Skills Training -** Training takes place both in the classroom
handling, defensive tactics, advanced driving skills, and attention
to detail.
Position Summary & Responsibilities
Troopers proudly provide Service, Courtesy and Protection to the
citizens they serve by apprehending traffic violators, keeping impaired
drivers off the road, investigating injury and fatal crashes, and
assisting disabled motorists. While the expectations of this career are
the same for each law enforcement position, a troopers career does not
have to become stale. Experienced troopers have the option to progress
to specialty units ranging from canine officer and dignitary protection.
Other specialty assignments include drug interdiction, auto theft,
accident investigation, IED disposal, and air support to mention a few.
Station Assignments
Location requests are taken into consideration, but the applicant must
ultimately be willing to live and work anywhere in the State of Kansas.
Pre-employment Requirements
Applicants must be a U.S. citizen and 21-years of age by the time the
training academy begins. At time of appointment, candidate must take and
pass a drug screening test approved by the Division of Personnel
Services and be required to pass a physical exam administered by the
hiring agency. This class requires the use of a firearm for law
enforcement duties and therefore, candidates cannot have been convicted
of, and must be free of any diversions from, a felony or misdemeanor
domestic violence crime as set forth in 18 U.S.C. 922 (d) (9) and (g)