Duties include prevention, detection and control of criminal activities, and assistance to the general public. Incumbents are expected to exercise independent judgment and initiative, with work reviewed through reports, records and observation of results obtained. Supervision may be exercised over a Trooper Second Class or an auxiliary trooper as assigned.
Work is performed under the supervision of a higher level officer.
Patrols highways to detect violations and issue warnings or summonses. Assists motorists in distress, supervises activities at scenes of accidents, aids victims, controls traffic, and conducts investigations. Investigates instances of crime. May make arrests, issue citations, and assist in the preparation of court cases including testifying. Serves arrest and search warrants.