$102,600.00 - $134,940.00 Annually

Washington State Patrol Lateral Trooper

Washington State Patrol Trooper Cadet
Statewide, WA
就业类型: Full Time - Permanent

SeattleCH 工作分析

原始职位描述

介绍

Washington State Patrol Lateral Trooper description image


关于华盛顿州巡逻队: 华盛顿州巡逻队是一家全国认证的执法机构,以诚信、承诺和服务为驱动力。我们的巡逻员不仅仅是公路巡逻员——他们还是社区领袖和救生员,每天都在全州范围内做出真正的改变。


我们的使命: 华盛顿州巡逻队 每天都在做出改变,通过提供最佳的公共安全服务,提升所有人民和社区的安全与保障。 我们的愿景:


成为美国最好的公共安全机构。 我们的座右铭:


以谦逊服务 你准备好每天做出改变了吗?在华盛顿州巡逻队,我们的巡逻员不仅仅是道路的守护者——他们还是值得信赖的社区盟友、技术娴熟的救生员,以及坚定不移的服务象征。我们是一家以诚信为准则、以承诺为动力、以保护和服务为使命的全国认证执法机构。


了解 作为巡逻员的生活 !加入华盛顿州巡逻队——服务与影响的交汇点

什么让WSP与众不同?


快速入职流程:
  • 为有经验的警官量身定制的简化培训 职业发展:
  • 专业单位、晋升路径和领导力计划 全州范围影响:
  • 在高速公路上、社区中以及跨司法管辖区影响安全 高标准与团队精神:
  • 加入一家价值观坚定、友谊持久的精英机构 谁适合申请?

你是一名现任或前任执法人员,具备可转移的技能、诚信以及持续成长的意愿。无论你是在寻找更大的挑战、更好的支持,还是一个更具使命驱动的机构——WSP就是你下一段旅程的起点。

职责

作为华盛顿州巡逻员,你不仅仅是一名执法人员——你是一位保护者、问题解决者,以及公共服务的灯塔。你将捍卫宪法,以诚信、专业和尊重守护每一个社区。从高速响应到充满温情的社区互动,巡逻员在正义与同情心的交汇点上开展工作。

作为华盛顿州巡逻员,你将拥有自主权和信心——在我们州的每一个角落提供关键的执法和公共安全服务。在较少监督和最大使命感的环境下,巡逻员维护我们的法律和价值观,保护生命,确保每一次互动中都实现秩序、正义和同情心。

As a Washington State Trooper, you’ll operate with autonomy and confidence—delivering vital law enforcement and public safety services across every corner of our state. With minimal supervision and maximum purpose, Troopers uphold our laws and values, protect lives, and ensure order, justice, and compassion in every encounter.


您将:

  • 通过主动巡逻、及时响应服务呼叫和高标准的调查实践,在指定区域执行交通和刑事法律
  • 以专业和关怀的态度管理交通流量并应对交通事故
  • 以诚信和同理心协助驾驶员、犯罪受害者和社区成员
  • 作为政府机构的联络人,并参与公共安全计划
  • 参与强化全州安全的专项任务和特别工作组


关键职责


华盛顿州巡逻警员接受过果断行动、有效沟通以及在复杂情况下精准克制的培训。日常职责包括:

  • 24小时全天候巡逻指定区域,并迅速响应紧急服务呼叫
  • 进行交通拦截、开具罚单并在必要时进行逮捕
  • 在常规和高强度情境下操作巡逻车辆
  • 执行高级车辆战术,包括 PIT 操作、防爆装置和路障设置
  • 通过车辆或步行追捕嫌疑人,同时确保警员和公众安全
  • 进行彻底搜查,寻找武器、违禁品和证据
  • 评估驾驶员行为并进行药物/酒精影响的酒驾测试
  • 提供道路援助并在生命受到威胁时提供紧急救助
  • 调查交通事故和犯罪,收集证据并准备法律文件
  • 作为专业证人出庭作证
  • 保持对州法律、法律程序和刑事法典的深入了解
  • 参与危机情况、民事骚乱和社区宣传活动
  • 检查和维护所有配发的装备和安全设备

资格要求

招聘流程

华盛顿州巡逻队(WSP)遵循一个结构化的 五阶段招聘流程

  1. 申请审核 – 对资格的初步评估。
  2. 指挥面试– 与 WSP 领导层进行正式面试。
  3. 体格检查– 对候选人诚信的最终核实。
  4. 心理与医学评估 – 包括心理测试、与心理学家的面试以及医学检查。
  5. 背景调查 – 对个人及职业历史的全面审查。

最低要求

候选人必须满足以下资格:

  • 完成基础执法学院培训,并在当前或曾任职的执法机构完成规定的试用期。
  • 必须具备12个月或以上的交通执法经验。
  • 具备获得并保持华盛顿州驾驶执照的资格。
  • 拥有高中毕业证书、GED证书或州认可的家庭学校证书。
  • 成功完成上述所有招聘阶段。
  • 愿意在周末、节假日、轮班工作,并在需要时保持24小时待命。
  • 遵守毒品及管制药物的相关限制,如 WSP 招聘标准

职业诚信与品格标准

申请人必须表现出良好的道德品质——如有不诚实、欺诈、虚假陈述或损害信任或合法性的行为记录,可能导致被取消资格。根据RCW 10.99,有家庭暴力史的申请人将被自动取消资格。

重要岗位能力

为了在该职位上取得成功,候选人必须能够:

  • 在紧急情况下提供基本急救。
  • 在必要时适当使用武力,包括使用枪支。
  • 通过无线电设备及在关键事件中进行有效沟通。
  • 独立操作巡逻车辆,应对常规及紧急情况。
  • 知道何时以及如何使用紧急警灯和警报器。
  • 正确使用所有配发的装备,并展示其有效使用能力。
  • 按要求提供可信的法庭证词。

培训计划

  • 平级调动:完成为期五周的警员等效课程,随后与资深WSP警官进行为期五周的现场培训,总计10周。 
  • 外州警务人员:必须完成为期两周的华盛顿州等效课程,以获得认证。该等效课程将在为期五周的警员等效课程开始前进行,总计12周。 

如需详细了解职责和工作内容,请参阅
华盛顿州警员职位描述 此处 (下载PDF阅读器)

补充信息

招聘激励:
有经验的警员可获得20,000美元的招聘奖金。完成学院培训后获得8,000美元,成功通过试用期后获得6,000美元,服务满两年后获得6,000美元。


薪资: 
有经验的警员将获得每月工资,工资将根据其作为全职警务人员的资历确定。资历的认定将遵循
华盛顿州巡逻警员协会(WSPTA) (下载PDF阅读器) 集体谈判协议。

委任 
工作年限
每月基本工资
截至2025年7月1日
2年8,550美元
2.5 - 3.5年9,062美元
3.5 - 4.5年9,606美元
4.5 - 5年10,185美元
5 - 10年10,491美元
10 - 15年10,698美元
15 - 20 年$10,916
20 - 25 年$11,133
25 年及以上$11,245
 
额外补偿激励:
  • 班次差额工资、教育激励工资、地理津贴和专业津贴,以及带薪休假时间和福利。了解更多 这里。 
  • 符合公共雇员贷款减免计划的资格。了解更多 这里
  • 学费报销。
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如何申请:
请在网上申请 www.careers.wa.gov  (点击上方的“申请”按钮)。您必须完整填写申请表才能被考虑。
外州申请人需准备提交其警官认证文件和学院课程大纲,以包含每门课程的主题和课时。 

退伍军人优先权:
希望申请退伍军人优先权的申请人必须将一份 DD-214(成员4号副本)、NGB 22 或来自美国退伍军人事务部的签署服务证明信附在申请中。 请遮盖任何个人身份信息,如社会安全号码。 除非您的申请中附有所需文件,否则不会应用退伍军人优先权。
 
如需了解退伍军人优先权的更多信息以及如何确定您是否符合资格的指导,
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我们感谢您的申请,并对您的服务表示感激。

We thank you and are grateful for your service.

SeattleCH Job Analysis

Original Job Description

Description

Washington State Patrol Lateral Trooper description image


About the Washington State Patrol: The Washington State Patrol is a nationally accredited law enforcement agency driven by integrity, commitment, and service. Our troopers are more than highway patrol - they're community leaders and lifesavers, making a real difference across the state every single day.


Our Mission: The Washington State Patrol makes a difference every day, enhancing the safety and security of all people and communities by providing the best in public safety services.


Our Vision: To be the best public safety agency in the United States.


Our Motto: Service With Humility


Are you ready to make a difference every single day? At the Washington State Patrol, our troopers are not only guardians of the road - they're trusted community allies, skilled lifesavers, and unwavering symbols of service. We are a nationally accredited law enforcement agency defined by integrity, driven by commitment, and united by the mission to protect and serve with humility. Learn about Life As A Trooper!

Join the Washington State Patrol — Where Service Meets Impact


What Sets WSP Apart?
  • Fast-Tracked Onboarding: Streamlined training tailored for experienced officers
  • Career Advancement: Specialized units, promotion pathways, and leadership programs
  • Statewide Reach: Influence safety on highways, in communities, and across jurisdictions
  • High Standards & Camaraderie: Join an elite agency with strong values and lasting friendships

Who Should Apply?

You're a current or former peace officer with transferable skills, integrity, and a desire for continued growth. Whether you're looking for bigger challenges, better support, or a more mission-driven agency - WSP is where your next chapter begins.

Duties

As a Washington State Trooper, you're more than a peace officer—you’re a protector, a problem-solver, and a beacon of public service. You’ll uphold the Constitution and safeguard every community with integrity, professionalism, and respect. From high-speed responses to heartfelt community interactions, Troopers operate at the intersection of justice and compassion.

As a Washington State Trooper, you’ll operate with autonomy and confidence—delivering vital law enforcement and public safety services across every corner of our state. With minimal supervision and maximum purpose, Troopers uphold our laws and values, protect lives, and ensure order, justice, and compassion in every encounter.


You will:

  • Enforce traffic and criminal laws within assigned areas through proactive patrols, responsive service calls, and high-standard investigative practices
  • Manage traffic flow and respond to collisions with professionalism and care
  • Assist motorists, crime victims, and community members with integrity and empathy
  • Serve as a liaison to governmental bodies and contribute to public safety initiatives
  • Participate in specialized duties and task forces that reinforce statewide security


Key Responsibilities


Washington State Troopers are trained to act decisively, communicate effectively, and respond to complex situations with precision and restraint. Daily responsibilities include:

  • Patrolling designated areas 24/7 and responding swiftly to emergency service calls
  • Conducting traffic stops, issuing citations, and making arrests when needed
  • Operating patrol vehicles in both routine and high-intensity scenarios
  • Executing advanced vehicle tactics including PIT maneuvers, spike strips, and roadblocks
  • Pursuing suspects by vehicle or on foot while maintaining officer and public safety
  • Conducting thorough searches for weapons, contraband, and evidence
  • Assessing driver behaviors and administering sobriety tests for drug/alcohol impairment
  • Providing roadside assistance and delivering emergency aid when lives are on the line
  • Investigating collisions and crimes, collecting evidence, and preparing legal documentation
  • Testifying in court proceedings as a professional witness
  • Maintaining deep knowledge of state laws, legal procedures, and criminal codes
  • Participating in crisis situations, civil disturbances, and community outreach efforts
  • Inspecting and maintaining all issued gear and safety equipment

Qualifications

Hiring Process

The Washington State Patrol (WSP) follows a structured five-phase hiring process:

  1. Application Review – Initial assessment of qualifications.
  2. Command Interview– Formal interview with WSP leadership.
  3. Polygraph Examination– Final verification of candidate integrity.
  4. Psychological & Medical Evaluation – Includes a psychological test, interview with a psychologist, and medical exam.
  5. Background Investigation – Thorough review of personal and professional history.

Minimum Requirements

Candidates must meet the following qualifications:

  • Completion of a Basic Law Enforcement Academy and required probationary period at a current/former law enforcement agency.
  • Must have 12 or more months of traffic law enforcement experience.
  • Eligibility to obtain and maintain a Washington State Driver’s License.
  • Possession of a high school diploma, GED, or state-recognized home school certificate.
  • Successful completion of all hiring phases listed above.
  • Willingness to work weekends, holidays, rotating shifts, and be on 24-hour call as needed.
  • Compliance with narcotics and controlled substance restrictions, as outlined in WSP Hiring Standards.

Professional Integrity & Character Standards

Applicants must demonstrate good moral character—any history of dishonesty, fraud, misrepresentation, or conduct that undermines trust or lawfulness may result in disqualification. A history of domestic violence automatically eliminates candidates per RCW 10.99.

Essential Job Competencies

To succeed in this role, candidates must be able to:

  • Administer basic first aid in emergency situations.
  • Use force appropriately, including firearms, when necessary.
  • Communicate effectively via radio equipment and during critical incidents.
  • Operate a patrol vehicle independently in routine and emergency situations.
  • Know when and how to deploy emergency lights and sirens.
  • Properly handle all issued equipment and demonstrate its effective use.
  • Provide credible courtroom testimony as required.

Training Program

  • Lateral Transfers: Complete a five-week trooper equivalency course followed by a five-week field training program with a senior WSP officer for a total of 10 weeks. 
  • Out-of-State Peace Officers: Must complete a two-week Washington State equivalency course to obtain certification. This equivalency course will take place prior to the start of the five-week trooper equivalency course for a total of 12 weeks. 

For a detailed list of duties and responsibilities, refer to the
Washington State Trooper job description here (Download PDF reader).

Supplemental Information

Hiring Incentive:
Lateral Troopers are eligible for a $20,000 hiring bonus. $8,000 upon completion of academy training, $6,000 upon successful completion of probationary period, $6,000 after completion of two (2) years of service.


Compensation: 
Lateral Troopers will receive a monthly salary which will be determined by seniority as a fully commissioned peace officer. Seniority determinations will be consistent with Article 8 of the
Washington State Patrol Troopers Association (WSPTA) (Download PDF reader) Collective Bargaining Agreement.

Commissioned 
Time
Monthly Base Pay
As of July 1, 2025
2 years$8,550
2.5 - 3.5 years$9,062
3.5 - 4.5 years$9,606
4.5 - 5 years$10,185
5 - 10 years$10,491
10 - 15 years$10,698
15 - 20 years$10,916
20 - 25 years$11,133
25+ years$11,245
 
Additional Compensation Incentives:
  • Shift Differential Pay, Education Incentive Pay, Geographic Pay, and Specialty Pay, as well as Paid Leave Time and Benefits. Read more here
  • Qualification for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness program. Read more here.
  • Tuition Reimbursement.
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How to Apply:
To be considered you must apply online at www.careers.wa.gov  (Click on the APPLY button above). You must complete the entire application in order to be considered.
Out of state applicants must be prepared to submit their Peace Officer Certification documents and Academy Syllabus to include the topic and hours of each course. 

Veterans’ Preference:
Applicants wishing to claim veterans’ preference MUST attach a copy of their DD-214 (Member 4 copy), NGB 22, or signed verification of service letter from the United States Department of Veterans Affairs to their application.  Please blackout any personally identifiable data such as social security numbers.  Veterans’ preference will not be applied unless the required documentation is attached to your application.
 
For additional information on veterans’ preference and guidance on how to determine if you are eligible,
click here.
 
We thank you and are grateful for your service.

We thank you and are grateful for your service.

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