The Pennsylvania State Police are having an advertising campaign focused on attracting more people to a career as a state trooper.

The recruitment initiative utilizes various media channels, including a television ad that debuted during Sunday’s NHL game between the Philadelphia Flyers and the Pittsburgh Penguins, and commercials during the NCAA Basketball Tournament.

“This advertising campaign highlights just a few of the many specialized positions available,” said Colonel Christopher Paris, Commissioner of the Pennsylvania State Police. “From canines and computer crimes to forensics and fire investigations, dozens of challenging but rewarding job opportunities are waiting for you.”

The advertising campaign comes on the heels of substantive increases in cadet applications to PSP since Gov. Josh Shapiro waived the college requirement for applicants last August.

In 2023, PSP saw a 258% increase in the number of applicants taking the test to become a state trooper. The governor’s 2024-25 budget proposal calls for an additional four new classes of cadets.

PSP applicants who meet eligibility requirements must pass a qualifying written examination, background check, physical readiness test, medical screening, and psychological screening before they can become a cadet and begin training at the Pennsylvania State Police Academy.

Applicants must possess a high school diploma or GED certificate, a valid driver’s license from any state, and be at least 20 years old at the time of application. They must be at least 21 years old and cannot have reached age 40 upon entry into the training academy.

Cadet training lasts approximately 27 weeks.

Upon completion of the training academy, cadets are promoted to trooper and receive an increase in salary, currently set at $66,911 annually.

For more information on becoming a Pennsylvania state trooper or to speak with a recruiter, visit patrooper.com.