Summary Statement

This recruitment will be used to establish an eligibility list for current and future Trooper Trainee positions throughout the state. This classification is designated as uncovered, and incumbents serve at the will of the Arizona Department of Public Safety Director.

Trooper Trainees are assigned throughout the state to Highway Patrol Division offices where they complete orientation and training, and perform a wide variety of functions and work. Trooper Trainee positions are designed to prepare prospective candidates to be a Cadet State Trooper with the Arizona Department of Public Safety. Applicants must pass a written and physical fitness examination and demonstrate they have the ability to prepare to be a State Trooper. Trooper Trainees will complete regular physical fitness training and tests, assist with traffic operations, complete administrative work, perform research and special projects, and be considered for advanced training that benefits them and the Department. This classification is designed for those between the ages of 18 and 20 years 6 months, who otherwise meet the requirements to be a Cadet State Trooper. Performs related duties as assigned.

This recruitment may close without notice.

Essential Functions (not intended to be all inclusive)

• Assists Department employees in performing a wide variety of assignments in support of administrative and operational assignments/functions based on the needs of the assigned area.
• Performs research and prepares reports on assigned topics.
• Completes scheduled physical and academic training and testing in preparation for attendance of the State Trooper Academy as a Cadet State Trooper.
• Performs special projects or assignments as directed.
• Completes specialty training and performs specialty functions as directed by the Department in direct support of its mission.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Required

KNOWLEDGE OF:

• business English, spelling, grammar, and punctuation required to produce and proofread simple written documents.

SKILL IN:

• the use and operation of a passenger vehicle.
• the use of a computer keyboard device.

ABILITY TO:

• work independently and as part of a team.
• establish and maintain effective professional relationships.
• communicate orally and in writing to present information in a logical and understandable format.
• work within stringent deadlines to complete work assignments.
• adapt to changing priorities and assignments.
• adhere to established policy and laws and use good judgement in safeguarding confidential or sensitive information.
• work any hours including weekends, holidays, rotating shifts, callouts, and overtime.
• perform the physical requirements of the work (e.g., run and/or jump over rough terrain and obstacles; push or pull heavy objects and apply force with upper and lower body; reach, bend, stoop, kneel, twist, and turn, etc.).
• perform work for extended periods of time in environments of extreme heat or cold, or wet conditions.
• operate a two-way radio to communicate with dispatchers during routine and emergency situations.
• work effectively under stressful and hazardous conditions to respond to highway emergencies.

Minimum Qualifications

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Must be a U.S. citizen and a high school graduate or have a GED. Must be at least 18 years of age at the starting date of employment. By the starting date, must be a resident of the state of Arizona and possess a valid Arizona driver license.

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:
Must obtain ACJIS Terminal Operator Certification within six months of hire and maintain certification throughout the course of this assignment with the Department.
Holidays, weekends, and shift work may be required.

WORKING CONDITIONS/PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
Primarily office setting.
Availability to work irregular hours and/or respond to emergency callouts on a 24-hour basis.
Ability to travel extensively throughout the State.
May be exposed to outdoor weather conditions, fumes, dust, toxic or caustic chemicals, or bodily fluids.

Must successfully complete the examination process.

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt