Cadet State Trooper - Yuma Testing
Listed on 2026-01-24
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Government
Police Officer
Overview
NOTE:
This posting is for applicants who wish to test in Yuma, Arizona. Hires can be placed throughout the state of Arizona. Please apply to the job posting nearest to your location Phoenix, Tucson, Yuma, or Kingman.
This recruitment will be used to establish an eligibility list for current and future Cadet State Trooper vacancies statewide. Cadet State Troopers participate in Arizona Peace Officer Standards and Training (AZ P.O.S.T.) Basic Training Curriculum and other training designated by the Department of Public Safety to learn general duty police work. Performs related duties as assigned. Upon successful completion of training and certification as a peace officer by AZ P.O.S.T., the incumbent is reclassified to State Trooper
. This is a competitive classification.
As a reminder, the Arizona Department of Public Safety (DPS) places Troopers in various locations throughout the State, depending upon the needs of the Department. You must be willing to accept an assignment anywhere in the State if you are offered a position as a State Trooper. Duty assignments will not be made until after successful completion of training and certification as a peace officer by AZ P.O.S.T.
Test Date, Location and ProcessTest Date & Time - SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 21, 2026 at 8:30AM
Test Location - CARVER PARK TRACK - 1250 W. 5TH ST - YUMA, AZ
Test Process includes - Physical Fitness (PT) and Written (multiple choice) exam
PHYSICAL FITNESS EVENT
- PUSH UPS - MALES: 30; FEMALES: 15
- SIT-UPS - MALES: 35 in 60 seconds; FEMALES: 32 in 60 seconds
- 300 METER SPRINT - MALES: 61 seconds; FEMALES: 71 seconds
- 1.5 MILE RUN - MALES: 14:54; FEMALES: 15:05
Applicants who meet the qualifications will receive an email invitation with specific information regarding the test. Applicants successfully completing the written exam will be placed on an 18-month eligibility list which will be used to fill vacancies in future academies. Additional attempts will be provided to complete the physical fitness portion if not initially successful.
1. Learns patrol, investigation, traffic control and safety, police methods, first aid, and community and police relations.
2. Learns federal, state, and local traffic and criminal laws.
3. Learns Department policies and procedures.
4. Learns to prepare clear, concise, and grammatically correct reports.
5. Participates in a physical fitness program to develop the physical skills necessary for the job.
6. Learns proper work habits, appearance, and interpersonal skills.
Employment Details
Employees who are hired into the classification prior to the start of the training academy will be placed at step 1 of the salary range. All employees in the classification will be placed at step 2 of the salary range while actively assigned to the training academy.
Must successfully complete the examination process.
FLSA Status:
Non-Exempt
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