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Posted by: IronSoldier13

Sorry to post the same old question, but I haven't found any information that directly pertains to my situation. I am currently active duty Army, stationed in Iraq for the 2nd time. I get out of the Army in early '09 after 5 years, and I am interested in becoming a Mass State Police Officer. Is there anything I can do now to start the process?

Other information: 22 years old, very physically fit, light drinker, non smoker or drug user.

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Posted by: okie317

Did you take the exam in 2002?

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Posted by: HELPMe

The only way to get on is to take the next test. The next test date has not been posted but it should be some time in the next 3 years. You will also get points on the test for being a vet. Hope this helps.

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Posted by: rhl

IronSoldier, First off, thanks for your service. Sencondly, get home safely by not worrying about the state police. The MSP has been around in one form or another since 1865. It ain't goin' anywhere soon. If you must, you can check on-line at the MSP web site for an upcoming exam which is not yet on the radar screen. The test is the first step. Till then the priority is getting home in one piece. Besides that, keep outta legal trouble, stay in good shape and continue to serve with distinction. rhl

"Keep your eyes open and your powder dry." -Col. Oliver North

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Posted by: testtaker

Thank you for serving, your already a hero!

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Posted by: Q5-TPR

ironsoldier13, greetings! To all my fellow masscoppers, greetings as well! Sorry it has taken so long to post anything here, but, as you know, I am pretty busy. 13, I am a Trooper and also currently in Iraq. There are 5 of us here in my Company. Send me a PM and I will give you the info where we are located (I don't want to put any other info on a public message board). If you are in the Baghdad area, you can come over and we will chat.

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Posted by: SargeLorenzo

ironsoldier13, good luck over there. I'm not a Cop or a Trooper, but, I just wanted to share some advice with you. I can understand wanting to be a Trooper, don't limit yourself to MSP only or you may possibly wait quite some time just to be in for a let down. There hasn't been a MSP test in 5 years and no word on the next one. I believe it was 15,000 that signed up for the last test, my 94 didn't get me anywhere. The Civil Service Muni Police test is every 2 years. Your active duty time counts towards some things in the Federal world of LE(ICE, CBP, etc), too. Between this site, MA HRD site, and USAJOBS.com there is a wealth of info and you can get a good idea of the available jobs and how often they come up.

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Posted by: Macop

Hey Ironsoldier and Q5-TPR. Kick ass, chew bubble gum and don't take names or any shit. Get your asses home in one peice, God's speed!

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Posted by: MM1799

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Originally Posted by Macop Hey Ironsoldier and Q5-TPR. Kick ass, chew bubble gum and don't take names or any shit. Get your asses home in one peice, God's speed!

+1
Stay safe over there tpr!
(sorry about the LONG delay between my post & yours. )

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Posted by: Q5-TPR

Well, I have not heard from Ironsoldier13 here or over there yet. This will be my last post for a while being that my 2 week leave is up. I'm headed back "down range" on X-mas morining (thanks uncle sam). I'll be back on in a few weeks provided that they finally got our internet up over there! Keep it real, keep it safe, and stay cool! Ironsoldier, if you get this, send me a PM so we can maybe get together and chat in Baghdad. PEACE, I'M OUT!

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Posted by: Michele

ironsoldier13, have you thought about the Vermont State Police? I know there are quite few Troops who are from Mass. It's a great organization!
You can check on the website for test dates. I believe they test more often than MSP.

Stay safe over there!

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Posted by: redsox03

Good luck and stay safe.

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Posted by: PBC FL Cop

Come to Florida, everyones hiring down here!!

Stay safe over there and Merry Christmas!!!

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Posted by: kojack1

Start by coming home safe, thats your biggest hurdle right now. Good luck and keep your head down.

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Posted by: rhl

Hey, Q5-TPR = H7 Jaz? Sgt rhl H3

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Posted by: Q5-TPR

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Originally Posted by rhl Hey, Q5-TPR = H7 Jaz? Sgt rhl H3

It is I. Hey Sarge, how's things in the "haunted forest"? My boy Mike T pickin up my slack on that side of the world? Atleast you won't have to do the invest on any of my Cd-16's for a little while more, LOL. Things are going pretty good here, just stayin busy. PM me for my email and I will put you on the loop. I was wondering who this was, I just didn't put 2 & 2 together. J---

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Posted by: mtc

Oh for Gawds sakes Greg !!! You got sand in your brain?? Or is it all that snow in Bagdaaad?

Who's your favorite dispatcher......?

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Posted by: Q5-TPR

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Originally Posted by mtc Oh for Gawds sakes Greg !!! You got sand in your brain?? Or is it all that snow in Bagdaaad? Who's your favorite dispatcher......?

Well, it is 2240 and I actually had a LONG day today. So, it is quite possible some "moon dust" made its way into the working mechinisms of my brain housing group! However, my favorite dispatcher, hmmm, let me see, hmmm, i don't know, hmmm.......... Who's your favorite 1057/1585???? BTW, what were you, HIGH when u decided to go days??????

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Posted by: mtc

I came, I saw, I know, I wanna go home..... I'll be back presiding over the mid patrols before you get back.....
rhl can't wait !!

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Posted by: Mikey682

Prowla! Come back in one peice and put plenty of sunblock on that domepiece while you're over there!
Q-tip type

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Posted by: Q5-TPR

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Originally Posted by Mikey682 Prowla! Come back in one peice and put plenty of sunblock on that domepiece while you're over there! Q-tip type

And yet another co-worked emerges from the gallery..... Give me a hint to your identity oh strange one.......

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Posted by: cj3441

Wow, he went with Prowla, that's throwing the gauntlet down! My identity is your friend on the Mids out in the middle of nowhere, need I say more?

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Posted by: Q5-TPR

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Originally Posted by cj3441 Wow, he went with Prowla, that's throwing the gauntlet down! My identity is your friend on the Mids out in the middle of nowhere, need I say more?

He has been identified and counseled!

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Posted by: Jeepy

Thanks for your service over there, IronSoldier13!!

I know a Massachusetts guy over there who was working as a guard at Walpole when he was called up, so I will be saying some prayers for the both of you.

Stay safe and thanks again!

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