SENATOR KITCHEN TOUTS STATE POLICE CAREERS

HARRISBURG, June 25, 2008 – State Sen. Shirley Kitchen today said people can visit www.patrooper.com to find out more about a career with the Pennsylvania State Police.

 “I urge anyone interested in law enforcement work to look into a possible career as a state trooper,” Kitchen said. “The job pays well, offers great benefits and would provide a wide range of fascinating law enforcement opportunities."

“From patrol work to computer crime, the State Police Department offers diversified law enforcement and investigative specialties and expertise.”

The web site includes multimedia, useful state police information such as requirements and starting salary, state police training information and even an online application.

Kitchen said applicants must be at least 20-years-old, reside in Pennsylvania, have no criminal record and have a high school diploma or a G.E.D. Certificate, plus an Associate’s Degree or 60 semester credit hours at an accredited institution of higher education.