Apr 04, 2024

Application Deadline to Become a Trooper in 2024 is Sunday, April 7

Posted Apr 04, 2024 5:00 PM
NSP Cruiser (Courtesy Photo)
NSP Cruiser (Courtesy Photo)

Cody Thomas

Nebraska State Patrol

APRIL 4, 2024 (LINCOLN, NEB.)  — There’s still time to become a Nebraska Trooper in 2024! Applications for Camp 70 close at 11:59 p.m. CT on Sunday, April 7 at NebraskaTroopers.com. Camp 70 begins this July and recruits will earn their badge in December 2024.

“We’re looking for the next generation of men and women to devote themselves to the noble cause of keeping Nebraska safe,” said Colonel John Bolduc. “There’s no limit to where you can take your career as a Trooper, and the best part is that you’ll be serving the people of Nebraska alongside an elite team of professionals who’ve dedicated their lives to the same mission.”

Troopers enjoy great benefits, numerous career paths, and the ability to serve in every corner of the state. Some of the benefits include:

$65,520 starting Trooper salary                                             Free college tuition for you, dependents

$27.46 per hour pay during Camp                                         4-day work week

2.5% bilingual pay incentive                                                 Take home patrol vehicle

Vacation, sick leave, holiday pay                                          Retire at 50 with 25-years of service

Health, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance                                  $100 monthly expense allowance

Nebraska Troopers serve in communities throughout the state, in a variety of ways, including:

Patrol                                                  

Recruiting                                          

Carrier Enforcement

Criminal Investigations                     

Drone Operator                                  

Training Academy

SWAT Team                                      

K9 Handler                                        

Mobile Field Force

Crash Reconstruction                         

Narcotics Investigator                        

Crisis Negotiator

Executive Protection                          

Bomb Squad                                      

Leadership

Husker Football Detail                      

Helicopter/Plane Pilot                        

And More!

Applicants must be a United States citizen and at least 21 years of age by graduation, when they take the oath of office. Applicants must have a high school diploma or GED equivalence. Additional information about the hiring process, benefits, opportunities, and recruiter contacts can be found at NebraskaTroopers.com.