MSP Trooper Candidate
Company: Maryland Department of State Police
Location: —
Clearance Required: None
Salary: $59,346/year during the academy; $69,360 starting salary upon graduation
Description
The Maryland Department of State Police is hiring Trooper Candidates statewide (recruitment #26-005911-0001, Field Operations Bureau). Troopers enforce Maryland’s criminal and motor vehicle laws, investigate crashes and crimes, interview witnesses and suspects, make arrests, and testify in court. Candidates attend a six-month academy and must be willing to serve in any Maryland county.
Source: Maryland state jobs portal (JobAps) and mdsp.maryland.gov salary page, verified open 2026-10-11 (open/continuous filing).
Requirements
Must be willing to work in any Maryland county and must reside in Maryland before graduating from the six-month academy. See the official MSP Trooper Candidate announcement for full eligibility requirements.
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