State Patrol Trooper Williston

Job Description

Summary of Work
The mission of the North Dakota Highway Patrol is to make a difference every day by providing high-quality law enforcement services to keep North Dakota safe and secure. State troopers are dedicated to saving lives through enforcement and education efforts.  We provide for public safety through education, responding to emergencies, protecting people and property, enforcing motor vehicle and criminal laws, and promoting community relations.
We are seeking to hire two currently licensed ND Peace Officers to serve in the Williston regional area.  Successful candidates will be offered lateral pay opportunities for up to five years of experience. Hired candidates will begin January 19, 2027.

Duties and Tasks
Some of the many duties and tasks required of officers include the following:

• Enforcement of criminal and traffic laws, rules, and regulations.

• Respond to and investigate motor vehicle crashes, incidents, potential safety hazards.

• Detecting and deterring criminal activity.

• Inspect commercial vehicles, drivers, and cargo; issue permits for oversize vehicles.

• Respond to hazardous material incidents, natural disasters, and other emergencies.

• Community and media relations promoting traffic safety.

• Participate in the prosecution of offenders, working with attorneys, courts, and administrative hearings.

• Participate in the training of law enforcement personnel at the Law Enforcement Training Academy.

• Opportunities for specialized duties including Crash Reconstructionist, Tactical Response Unit, Armorer, Firearms Instructor, Canine Handler, Motor Carrier Safety Assistance Program (MCSAP) Inspector, or Department Aircraft Pilot.

Further detailed information on duties and responsibilities of troopers can be found at https://www.nd.gov/ndhp/careers.

Minimum Qualifications

• A citizen of the United States for not less than two years.

• Currently licensed as a North Dakota Peace Officer.

• Associates degree, we will accept 60 semester credit hours in place of an Associate degree; the 60 semester credit hours may be replaced with comparable experience with law enforcement employment or military service.

• Good verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills.

• Vision correctable to 20/30 or better, normal color vision and depth perception.

• Unrestricted driver’s license except for corrective lenses; revocation or suspension in the last three years are ordinarily ineligible for appointment.

• Willing to perform work involving personal hazards and irregular hours including night shifts, weekends, and holidays.

• Must not have been convicted of a criminal offense that would harm the integrity of the Patrol. The following convictions will disqualify an applicant: felony, domestic violence, Class A misdemeanor within the last five years, Class B misdemeanor within the last three years. Any applicant who fails to disclose driving and criminal background information will be automatically disqualified from further consideration.

About Team ND
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Application Procedures
Applications must be submitted online at http://www.nd.gov/careers by 11:59 PM on October 23, 2026.  All applicants must attach and/or upload the following documents:

• Cover Letter

• Resume

• Proof of ND POST license

• Unofficial College Transcripts, if applicable

Applicants claiming Veteran’s Preference must upload a legible copy of report of separation DD Form 214 or NGB 22 showing Character of Service. 
Applicants determined to meet the minimum qualifications will be contacted by email to set up the online Wonderlic test and the online National Police Officer Selection Test (NPOST).  Applicants who pass the NPOST and Wonderlic test will be scheduled for a 30-minute oral interview in Bismarck. 
Applicants who experience technical difficulties during the application process should contact recruiter@nd.gov or 701.328.3290.
For more information or if you need accommodation or assistance in the application or selection process contact 701-328-2447 or ndhphr@nd.gov.

Equal Employment Opportunity
The State of North Dakota and this hiring agency do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex (including sexual orientation and gender identity), genetics, religion, age or disability in employment or the provisions of services and complies with the provisions of the North Dakota Human Rights Act.
As an employer, the State of North Dakota prohibits smoking in all places of state employment in accordance with N.D.C.C. § 23-12-10.