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A state police recruitment drive for new troopers that began last month has already drawn more than 13,000 applicants, the New York State Police Public Information Office said in a release today. Here is the text of the press release from the NYSP:

NEW YORK STATE POLICE
Preston L. Felton
Acting Superintendent

Lieutenant Glenn Miner
Director of Public Information
(518) 457-2180
www.troopers.state.ny.us

FOR RELEASE: Immediate

Troopers Announce Over 13,500 already signed up for Upcoming
Examination

Albany, NY – October 10, 2007 – New York State Police Acting
Superintendent Preston L. Felton announced today that, with nearly two
months left to apply for the next statewide Trooper examination, over
13,500 qualified applicants have already signed up to take the exam.
There is still time left to apply. The recruitment campaign ends on
December 1st, 2007. Exams are scheduled for January 19, January 26,
February 2 and February 9, 2008, and will be offered at several
convenient locations around the state.

“This very strong interest is a testament to the proud tradition and
standards of excellence that have defined our agency and continue to
lead us into the future,” Felton said. “We firmly believe that the
thousands who have signed up so far want to be a part of an agency that
stands for pride, professionalism, respect and service. Since the
entrance examination is typically administered just every four years,
now is the time to consider a rewarding career with the New York State
Police.”

Felton added, “We encourage young people from all walks of life, who
are looking for a rewarding career, to visit our website and seriously
consider serving the public as a State Trooper. Unlike any other
profession, Troopers have unique opportunities presented daily, to make
a difference in someone’s life.”

Interested candidates should go to the State PoliceÂ’s
state-of-the-art recruitment website, NYTROOPER.com and apply before
December 1, 2007. On-line convenience features allow the processing of
credit card payments for the application fee and offer the ability to
select a specific test center and exam date. Eligible family members
and friends who may be interested in a career in public service should
be encouraged to apply and participate in the examinations scheduled for
early 2008.

Currently, a TrooperÂ’s starting salary is $50,374 during Academy
training. Upon Academy graduation, the salary increases to $61,525, and
after one year to $65,358, with additional salary steps during the first
five years of service. After 5 years, a TrooperÂ’s salary increases to
$77,218, with additional longevity payments through 25 years of service.

On-line applications must be submitted by Midnight EST December 1,
2007. Results from the examination will establish an eligibility list
that may remain in effect for a maximum of four years.

The New York State Police is an Equal Opportunity Employer that values
diversity and encourages all individuals interested in public service to
apply.

Below is detailed list of exam eligibility requirements:

REQUIREMENTS FOR NEW YORK STATE TROOPER

Must be 20 years of age by December 1, 2007 to apply to take the exam;
Must be at least 21 years of age by date of appointment;
Must not have reached your 30th birthday prior to December 1, 2007.
This may be extended up to six years for active military service;
Must have graduated from senior high school or possess a high school
equivalency diploma at time of application;
Must have 60 credit hours from an accredited college at time of
appointment; 30 credit hours may be waived for candidates with at least
two full years active duty in the United States Military and an
Honorable Discharge; or who have completed a certified Basic Police
Officer Training Course approved by the New York State Municipal Police
Training Council or its equivalent;
Must be in excellent physical condition, able to pass a physical
performance test;
Must be a New York State resident and possess a valid New York State
driverÂ’
s license at time of appointment;
Must be a United States citizen at time of application;
Must be of good moral character. A felony conviction is an automatic
disqualification.
Must successfully complete a medical examination, vision test, hearing
test, background investigation including polygraph examination, and
psychological evaluation to be appointed.

CURRENT SALARY INFORMATION:
$50,374 Starting salary;
$61,525 upon graduation from the NYSP Academy;
$65,358 after 1 year;
$77,218 after 5 years.

Apply on-line or get additional information on becoming a New York
State Trooper at: www.nytrooper.com
or by calling 1-866-NYSP-EXAM