Wisconsin State Patrol Jobs in Wisconsin (NOW HIRING)

Introduction
The Wisconsin State Patrol is looking for committed, experienced law enforcement officers to join the 74 th Recruit Class! This Recruit Class is only open to certified law enforcement officers.
In addition to enforcing traffic and criminal laws across Wisconsin, State Patrol officers may serve in specialized roles and units including pilots, K-9 officers, crash reconstruction experts, commercial motor vehicle inspectors, dignitary protection, human trafficking, and drug interdiction. Protecting and serving for 80 years, the Wisconsin State Patrol has a proud tradition and an outstanding record of achievement. The Wisconsin State Patrol is dedicated to promoting highway safety and enhancing the quality of life for all Wisconsin citizens and visitors by providing professional, competent, and compassionate law enforcement services.
Learn more about the Wisconsin State Patrol here!
WisDOT is a great place to work! In addition to meaningful and rewarding work, we offer a competitive benefits package featuring:

• Substantial leave time including at least 3.5 weeks of paid leave time to start, 9 paid holidays, and 130 hours of sick time that roll over each year.
• Excellent and affordable health, vision, and dental benefits (health plan options start at just $49/month for single plans and $122/month for family plans after two months of employment)
• A casual office atmosphere, flexible work schedules, and telework options depending on the position's requirements
• An exceptional pension plan with employer match and lifetime retirement payment, plus an optional tax advantaged 457 retirement savings plan
• Well Wisconsin Wellness Program
• A free and confidential employee assistance program that offers employees and their immediate family dependents a variety of tools, resources, and professional consultation services to support their health, goals, and overall well-being
• Use this Total Rewards Calculator to see the total value of our competitive benefits package!
• Additional benefits provided by the State Patrol include comprehensive, paid law enforcement training at the State Patrol Academy, paid uniforms and equipment, and a take-home cruiser.

In addition to our generous employee benefits, we strive for inclusivity and celebrate different religious holidays and cultural observances and provide flexibility for utilizing paid time off for such celebrations. For more information on WisDOT you can visit our website by clicking here .
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Position Summary
The primary responsibility of State Patrol Troopers and Inspectors is the enforcement of state traffic and criminal laws, regulation of traffic, prevention of highway crashes, and criminal interdiction. This includes providing assistance to motorists and the public and inspecting trucks, school buses and ambulances. We assist local, other state, and federal law enforcement agencies with civil disturbances, natural disasters, special details, and routine backup.
The 74 th Recruit Class is a lateral recruit class designed for candidates who are certified law enforcement officers. Upon hire, all recruits will complete a total of 10 weeks of Academy training and a total of 4 weeks of field training prior to graduation. Candidates will attend the first 6 weeks of training at the State Patrol Academy, then will return to their field assignments for field training for 2 weeks, alternating between Academy and field training every 2 weeks until graduation. Additional field training will be provided after graduation. See the training schedule below.

• 6 weeks of Academy training
• 2 weeks of field training
• 2 weeks of Academy training
• 2 weeks of field training
• 2 weeks of Academy training
• Post graduation: 4 weeks of additional field training

Location and Assignment: Assignment and location as a State Patrol Trooper for the 74th Recruit Class will be identified in the final offer to those selected. Candidates will be required to meet the residency requirement (25 miles to the sector assignment) by March 7 th , 2027 (after the first 6 weeks of employment).
Assignments available for the 74 th Recruit Class include:

• Jackson County
• Eau Claire County
• St. Croix County
• Dunn County
• Portage County
• Marathon County
• Lincoln County
• Wood County
• Fond du Lac County
• Winnebago County
• Marinette County
• Monroe County
• Sauk County
• Northern Dane County
• Southern Dane County
• Kenosha County
• Racine County
• Waukesha County
• Washington County

Opportunities to Learn More: Contact a Recruitment Coordinator in your area for questions and information, or to set up a ride-along.
Virtual information sessions will be available 4pm-7pm on Microsoft Teams (Join the meeting here!) on the following dates/times:

• July 28 th
• August 11 th
• August 25 th

Salary Information
State Patrol Troopers and Inspectors (sch-rg 63-40) are represented by the Wisconsin Law Enforcement Association (WLEA). State Patrol Troopers and Inspectors have an annual salary of $75,462-$104,332, based on years of certified law enforcement experience at time of hire. Pay will increase incrementally on an annual basis up to seven total years of certified law enforcement experience. A two-year probationary period is required.
Job Details
Recruitment Timeline: The recruitment process takes approximately six months from application deadline to official offer and begins with your online application. Additional steps in the recruitment process include interview, background investigation, physical readiness testing, and pre-employment medical and psychological exams. Candidates must pass each step in the hiring process to move forward to the next.

• Application Deadline: August 30, 2026
• In-Person Interviews: September 21-25, 2026
• Background Investigations: October 12, 2026-November 13, 2026
• Conditional Offers: November 19, 2026
• Written Psychological Exam, Physical Readiness Testing, Psychological Interview, and Medical Examination: December 6-11, 2026
• Final Offers: December 16, 2026
• Recruit Class Begins: January 24, 2027
• Graduation: April 30, 2027

Candidates who meet the minimum hiring requirements will be provided an eligibility notice with information on their next step in the recruitment process via email on the Friday after their application is submitted. The first review date for applicant materials will be Friday, July 31, 2026.
Interviews: Interviews are conducted in person at the State Patrol Posts and State Patrol Academy (Waukesha, DeForest, Wrightstown, Wausau, Eau Claire, and Fort McCoy).
Background Investigation: A comprehensive criminal background investigation will be conducted as part of the recruitment process that may include FBI fingerprinting. Applicants with felony convictions or misdemeanor crime of domestic violence convictions are not eligible for employment unless they have received an absolute and unconditional pardon.
Physical Readiness Testing: Applicants must pass the physical readiness test to move forward in the hiring process. Testing is scheduled for December 6-11, 2026 at the State Patrol Academy. Physical Readiness Testing standards are linked here and demonstrated here
Medical Exam and Psychological Testing: Due to the nature of these positions, pre-employment medical examination, drug screening, and psychological testing is required.

• Vision Requirement: Minimum uncorrected vision is 20/100 in each eye, correctable to 20/20 with glasses, hard contacts or soft contacts. Any applicant having vision correction surgery must have had surgery a minimum of 6 months prior to appointment and provide written medical verification at the time of examination that no complications exist. Applicants must be able to distinguish colors. Peripheral Vision must be 85% of the normal peripheral range of 160 degrees when viewing with both eyes. Ability to pass 40% stereopsis (depth perception) or better. An applicant is disqualified if there is loss of either eye, chronic inflammation of the lids, or permanent abnormalities of the eye(s
• Hearing Requirement: Hearing assessment by an Audiogram is required as part of the medical evaluation. Any applicants requiring or using hearing aids will need to bring in documentation from a licensed audiologist showing corrected hearing meets requirements of not more than a 35db loss in either ear when averaging the loss at 500, 1000, 2000 and 3000hz.

Education: Applicants must have a two-year associate degree from an accredited technical college or a minimum of 60 college level-credits from an accredited university prior to starting employment at the State Patrol Academy on January 24, 2027 . A maximum of 60 credits may be waived for individuals who have training and/or experience (such as military training) that has been evaluated and provided a college credit recommendation by a group such as the American Council on Education (ACE). Waivers can be requested by completing the College Credit Waiver Request Form (DJ-LE-331) and submitting to the Department of Justice. Any waived credits must be approved by the start of the State Patrol Academy.
Authorization to Work: United States Citizenship is not required. The Wisconsin State Patrol does not sponsor work visas. Any selection made from this recruitment will be contingent upon the applicant being able to provide valid status to work in the United States without sponsorship.
Questions? For questions on the recruitment process or how to prepare for a career as a State Patrol Trooper or Inspector, reach out to a Recruitment Coordinator .
Qualifications
Candidates must meet all minimum employment standards for employment as a law enforcement officer as identified by the Law Enforcement Standards Board (LESB) .
Additionally, candidates must meet the following:

1. Applicants must hold or have held employment as a certified or licensed law enforcement or tribal law enforcement officer in Wisconsin or another state OR
2. Hold or have held military veteran status in a Military Occupational Specialty (MOS) as a law enforcement officer (Military Police/ Security Forces/ Master at Arms) OR
3. Hold or have held employment as a federal law enforcement officer AND

• Employment must be full-time for a minimum of one-year beyond basic training, fully empowered and paid for all hours worked. The applicant must still hold law enforcement employment or have left law enforcement employment voluntarily with a good record and been out of full-time law enforcement employment for less than three years.
• NOTE: If you are not currently certified as a law enforcement officer in the state of Wisconsin, you must complete the Wisconsin Law Enforcement Reciprocity Exam with DOJ (DJ-LE-300) by November 19, 2026.

How To Apply
Apply online! To apply, click "Apply for Job" to start the application process. Then, you will access your existing account or to create a new account if you don't have an account. Once you are logged in, click "Apply for Job." Follow the steps outlined in the application process and submit your application.
The online application will include 16 questions, including the 8 minimum requirements. Candidates who meet the minimum hiring requirements will receive an email notification for next steps in the process on the Friday after their application is submitted. The first review date for applicant materials will be Friday, July 31, 2026.
Important communication regarding the recruitment process will be sent to the email associated with your Wisc.Jobs account. Be sure that your profile has a current email address and monitor your email, including spam folder, closely for updates throughout the recruitment process.
Permanent classified state employees who are eligible for consideration (transfer or voluntary demotion) should complete the application process as described above by the stated deadline.
Questions regarding the online application may be directed to Marley Hellenbrand at Marley.Hellenbrand@dot.wi.gov .
Deadline to Apply
The deadline to apply is 11:59PM on Sunday, August 30, 2026.