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SERVICE

Every day, troopers are busy rapidly relaying life-saving medical supplies, providing essential coverage after natural disasters, encouraging others to follow the rules of the road, and rescuing those who desperately need our help. For it’s through the services we provide that our citizens are kept safe.

COURTESY

We earn the trust of our community through the courtesy we show. Kansas Highway Patrol employees build trust within the community by treating others with courtesy and respect. From fishing with children to changing a tire on the side of a busy highway, KHP troopers consistently demonstrate courtesy though the work we do.

PROTECTION

It’s through the protection we provide that innocence is preserved. Many times, what some may call a “routine traffic stop” leads to the discovery of something much more. Traffic stops conducted by the Kansas Highway Patrol often result in the apprehension of bank robbers and murderers, large narcotics seizures, and the recovery of human trafficking victims.

Our Mission: Service • Courtesy • Protection
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This Badge is Earned

Our Troopers take an oath to support the constitution and to protect the lives of those living in and traveling through our beautiful state. This oath is more than a just a statement, it is a life-style. Because of this, the Kansas Highway Patrol is recognized as one of the most respected law enforcement agencies around. We strive to have an elite agency built upon our mission of Service, Courtesy and Protection. These are the qualities that we look for in the next generation of law enforcement, and why only those with these traits earn the title of State Trooper.

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Qualifications

  • Free of conviction of any crime punishable by imprisonment in a federal or state penitentiary
  • Good physical and mental condition
  • Must be a U.S. citizen and at least 21 years of age when training begins
  • Must pass vision and hearing standards
  • Possess a high school diploma or GED
  • Possess a valid U.S. driver’s license
  • Willing to live and work anywhere within the State of Kansas

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Career Progression Plan

In addition to a full benefits package,  you will begin to accrue generous annual and sick leave while you’re in the Training Academy.  A competitive salary offers raises that begin right after training, and continue throughout your career.  After 5 years of service, Troopers are eligible for promotion to Technical Trooper or Master Trooper and receive an accompanying salary increase. Two years later, you become eligible for promotion to Lieutenant.  The longer you work for the Kansas Highway Patrol, the more opportunities you’ll have to increase your salary.  All for doing a job you love.

Spotlight Stories

Troopers candidly talk about their career with the Kansas Highway Patrol

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Ride Along Program

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Trooper Spotlight: Lieutenant Jason Wohlgemuth

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Trooper Spotlight: Steele Sisters

Trooper Spotlight: Steele Sisters

In this video, twin Troopers, Saylor and Saige Steele, talk about joining the Kansas Highway Patrol and their career serving the people of Kansas.

En Espanol – buscando Troopers

En Espanol – buscando Troopers

In this en espanol video, hear about the need for Spanish speaking Troopers to serve the people traveling the highways and byways of Kansas.

Trooper Spotlight: Technical Trooper Minh Huynh

Trooper Spotlight: Technical Trooper Minh Huynh

In this video, Technical Trooper Minh Huynh talks about his career and the need for hard working and friendly troopers.

Spotlight: Motorist Assist

Spotlight: Motorist Assist

In this video, you learn how technicians in the Kansas Highway Patrol Motor Assist program help stranded motorists and improve traffic flow on the major highways.

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A Multi-faceted Agency

Members of the Kansas Highway Patrol reflect the communities we live in and serve.  We are composed of mothers, fathers, spouses, siblings, naturalized citizens and military service members and veterans. A career as a Kansas Highway Patrol trooper can be as individual as you are.

  • Road Trooper
  • Canine Officer
  • Interdiction Team
  • Critical Highway Accident Reconstruction Team (CHART)
  • Public Resource Officer
  • Adjunct Recruiter
  • Aircraft Pilot
  • Dignitary Protection