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146th Trooper Recruit Lateral Scheduled - May 12th, 2024 – August 2, 2024


Who is eligible for Lateral Entry?

Two years or more of full-time experience as a Michigan Commission on Law Enforcement Standards (MCOLES) licensed officer in good standing

Additional Steps for Out-of-State Applicants

Hiring Process

Salary and Benefits

Recruits are employees of the MSP on the first day of recruit school and do not pay for their training. Recruits also receive full insurance and other benefits while attending recruit school.

$4300

Recruits receive a monthly salary of approximately $4,300 while in recruit school.

$56K

Trooper 10 Position not including overtime and shift premiums

$80K

After six years of service, troopers receive an increase in salary to $80,000
  • Health insurance

  • Dental insurance

  • Vision insurance

  • Life insurance

  • 12 weeks of paid parental leave

  • 13 vacation days the first calendar year

  • 13 paid sick days the first calendar year

  • 13 paid holidays per year

  • Uniforms and equipment are provided

  • Uniform cleaning allowance

More information on benefits specific to the Michigan State Police Troopers Association bargaining unit.

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