QUALIFICATIONS

 

In order to be considered for Trooper Trainee, applicants must;

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• Be a minimum of 21 years of age. There is no maximum age limit.​

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• Must be a United States citizen prior to appointment.

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• Be in general good health, drug-free and have sufficient strength, stamina and agility as required by duties of the position.

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• Possess a high school diploma or GED by the completion of training.

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• Be free from Felony and Class A or B misdemeanor convictions.

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• Have a good educational and work record and excellent moral character.

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• Have normal hearing, normal color vision and depth perception, and binocular vision. Distance and near vision (with lenses) must be 20/30 in each eye.

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• Obtain a valid Connecticut Motor Vehicle Operator's License and establish residency in Connecticut before graduating from the Academy.

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• Be in compliance with the Department's tattoo and body modification policies.​​ Read the policy by clicking the "Tattoo Policy" tab.