Highway Patrol Trooper; Cadet

Job Summary

Highway Patrol Cadet – Ohio State Highway Patrol (Job X) is a full‑time training position that offers competitive pay, benefits, and a clear career path for U.S. citizens 20‑39 years of age. Cadets will reside at the HP Academy Monday through Friday and receive on‑camp training while being compensated $22.00 per hour during the academy period.

HP Academy, 740 East 17th Avenue, Columbus, Ohio 43211

$34.22 upon graduation

Full‑time, Variable hours – Cadets will reside at the academy Monday through Friday.

• 20‑39 years of age

• U.S. Citizen

• Ohio residency must be established prior to commissioning

• Valid Ohio Driver’s License

• Recent use of any drug of abuse not prescribed by a physician
• Recent marijuana use
• Past felony drug convictions or driving under the influence of alcohol and/or drugs within the last five years (or more than one charge ever)

• Adaptability, Attention to Detail, Critical Thinking, Decision Making
• Background check and drug screening clearance
• Physical fitness meeting the HP Academy standards
• Vision:
  Correctable to 20/20 monocular vision; normal color vision
• Hearing:
  Able to perceive a stimulus 500‑3000 Hz at 30 dB or better in each ear (hearing aid variance possible)

• Medical coverage
• Free dental, vision, and basic life insurance premiums after eligibility
• Paid time off: vacation, personal, sick leave, and 11 paid holidays per year
• Childbirth, Adoption, and Foster Care leave
• Education and Development opportunities (Employee Development Funds, Public Service Loan Forgiveness, etc.)

* Benefits eligibility is dependent on a number of factors. The Agency Contact listed above will provide specific benefits information for this position.

Ohio is a Disability Inclusion State and is committed to providing reasonable accommodation in accordance with the ADA and other applicable laws. The Ohio State Highway Patrol is an Equal Opportunity Employer.