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NEW YORK – If you are looking for a job and want to be part of the New York State Police, we have good news.

Governor Kathy Hochul announced last week that the New York State Police is now accepting applications for the state trooper entrance exam, with testing for applicants beginning on August 15, 2024.

This hiring period follows a $66 million investment to fund additional State Police Academy classes to increase the number of New York State Police troopers dedicated to tackling the state’s most pressing crime problems, bringing into the gun trade, to increase.

“Public safety is my top priority and we will continue to make maximum investments in law enforcement so that New York State is better prepared to protect New Yorkers,” said Governor Hochul. investing $66 million in additional academy classes, we hope to increase the number of New York State Police troopers serving our great state.

Benefits and salary

• The starting salary for Academy members is $59,612.
• After one year of service, the minimum compensation increases to $98,300.
• Comprehensive health benefits and retirement plan.

What are the requirements to be part of the NYPD?

• Citizenship: Must be a US citizen.
• Age: Applicants must be at least 20 years old and maximum 34 years old at the time of application.
• The maximum age can be extended by one year for each year of full-time military service, up to a maximum of 7 years.
• Education: Must have a high school diploma or equivalent qualification (60 college credits required upon appointment, 30 for those who have completed military service or police training).

Applicants must pay a $20 fee at the time of application and a $44 fee payable to Pearson VUE when registering for the exam.

Where can I get more information?

Students can learn about the requirements to become a New York State Trooper and register to take the test at www.joinstatepolice.ny.gov. Once candidates register, they can register to take the computer-based test at a Pearson VUE test center at a time and place convenient for them.

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