State Police Trooper I

title: state police trooper i

state role title: law enforcement officer i

hiring range: minimum of $60,000 annual salary.
this salary will increase to $62,100 effective august 16, 2026!

pay band: 4

agency: department of state police

location: chesterfield

agency website:

recruitment type: general public - g

join the virginia state police - 147th trooper basic session begins january 25, 2027!

are you ready to serve and protect virginia with honor and dedication? The virginia state police is now accepting applications for the 147th trooper basic session. This exciting opportunity starts on january 25, 2027
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step into a career where purpose meets professionalism. The virginia state police exists to safeguard life, support vulnerable communities, and strengthen safety across virginia through trust, partnership, and strategic presence. Built on integrity, accountability, and service, the virginia state police is seeking selfless, engaged, and aware individuals from all backgrounds who are ready to rise to that standard. Whether you’re starting fresh or bringing experience, the 147th trooper basic session offers a clear path: exceptional training, mentorship, wellness support, career progression, and pathways to specialize and advance.

This isn’t just a job, it’s a commitment to excellence, a culture that develops you, and a mission that matters. If you’re ready to challenge yourself, serve with honor, and build a future defined by impact, your path starts here.

the virginia state police is recruiting qualified applicants who want to promote highway safety, serve and protect their community, increase community involvement and partnership, keep virginia safe by enforcing the laws of the commonwealth, and attend one of the finest law enforcement training academies in the united states. We are actively seeking professional individuals with a desire to represent and serve the commonwealth of virginia.

qualified applicants accepted into the 147th trooper basic session will be compensated at $62,100 annually. Upon graduation, troopers will be supplied with a take home patrol vehicle, all equipment, and uniforms. Troopers who are assigned to and living in the northern virginia area shall be compensated $77,594 annually after graduation. Successful completion of the academy will afford troopers accredited college credit hours that can be transferred to an institution of higher learning for completion of a degree program.

upon successful completion of the probationary period, troopers will have their salary increased by 10%, and with tenure, will be added to the career progression program.

please note: all contact will be through e-mail. Please check your spam e-mail as needed.

the minimum qualifications for a virginia state police trooper:

• must be at least 21 years of age on date of graduation;
• must be a high school graduate or have a ged;
• must be a united states citizen on day of testing;
• must be in possession of a valid driver’s license;
• must be willing to travel at your own expense to the virginia state police headquarters located at 7700 midlothian turnpike, north chesterfield, va 23235 to complete the work performance test (wpt) during phase i, to complete a medical examination during phase iii, and while in a training status;
• must successfully pass all phase i pre-employment testing to include the wpt and a written examination administered by the national testing network (ntn);
• must successfully complete a polygraph examination and pass a background investigation to complete phase ii;
• must successfully complete a medical examination and a psychological evaluation to complete phase iii;
• weight must be in proportion to height on date of hire;
• must be willing to relocate anywhere in the state based on department needs;
• must be willing to work rotating shifts, holidays and weekends; and
• must be in compliance with the department’s tattoo and body modification policies.

the anticipated duration of this process is determined by the successful completion of the above items and training academy scheduling; however, successful completion of all three phases does not guarantee employment.