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Job Description:
A career as a Nebraska State Trooper offers a wealth of opportunities. With dozens of specialty positions available, there are countless paths you can take. We provide a lifetime career filled with potential across communities from border to border in Nebraska.
You bring a passion for service, and we offer the expert training you need to become a Trooper and commit to a fulfilling career. During the 24-week training program, you’ll receive a salary and immediate pay increase upon graduation.
With competitive salaries and excellent benefits, the Nebraska State Patrol offers a rewarding career in law enforcement. Apply today to take the first step toward dedicating yourself to serving and protecting your community.
To ensure that duty station requests are addressed while maintaining quality coverage across Nebraska, the Nebraska State Patrol (NSP) has implemented a system where candidates will know their duty station before beginning training at the NSP Training Academy.
Camp #73 starts on January 5, 2026. Graduation will be on June 18, 2026.
Requirements / Qualifications:
Minimum Qualifications:
- You must be a U.S. citizen before attending the academy on 1/5/2026.
- You must be 21 years old by graduation on 6/18/2026.
- High school or homeschool diploma or GED.
- Read, write, and understand the English language at the eleventh grade level (Test of Adult Basic Education required)
- Initial Physical Abilities Test required
- Applicants will undergo a background check, which includes reviewing criminal and traffic violations.
- Full disclosure of drug use or criminal behavior is mandatory; any deception will result in dismissal from the selection process.
- A full background investigation, polygraph, psychological evaluation, and medical exam.
Ability to:
- Communicate effectively:
Demonstrate proficiency in speaking, reading, and writing in English. (Please note: A Test of Adult Basic Education is required, and we will accept scores from Morrow & Associates, NLETC, or other Nebraska law enforcement agencies. Previous NSP test results are also acceptable if you passed.)
- Perceive and interpret information:
Accurately perceive color differences and hear verbal and radio communications.
- Engage with diverse populations:
Interact professionally with individuals from various social, cultural, economic, and educational backgrounds.
- Work independently:
Be self-motivated and capable of working independently with minimal supervision.
Benefits
We offer a comprehensive package of pay, benefits, paid time off, retirement and professional development opportunities to help you get the most out of your career and life. Your paycheck is just part of your total compensation.
Equal Opportunity Statement
The State of Nebraska values our teammates as well as a supportive environment that strives to promote diversity, inclusion, and belonging. We recruit, hire, train, and promote in all job classifications and at all levels without regard to race, color, religion, sex. age, national origin, disability, marital status or genetics.
Current employees of the State of Nebraska should NOT apply on this external career. Instead go to Workday and access the Jobs Hub - Internal Apply app from your home landing page.
Instructions for Applying
Important points to remember when applying:
- The employment application is required and is the primary source of information used to determine if you meet the minimum requirements of the job.
- Make sure your application is complete. Incomplete applications are rejected.
- You will not be allowed to change your application after you have applied for a position and you cannot re-apply for the the same position unless it is posted again.
- You have the opportunity to attach a resume; however, it should not be used to replace any information asked for on the official application.
- When you have successfully applied for a job, you will receive a confirmation on the screen and your application will be available on your Candidate Home page.
We encourage you to use the Search for Jobs feature to find jobs that are available in a particular location or a job that matches your work experience.
Applicants who need accommodation in the selection process should request this in advance. Requests can be made by contacting the Nebraska State Personnel Office 1526 K Street, Suite 100, Lincoln, NE. (402)471-2075.
These positions are subject to application of Veterans' Preference.