Yeah I spoke to a few guys that worked there and said the job sucks big time. No overtime , no details , crappy place. They're happy now working on Mass.
Takes something like 14 years to reach top step. No matter what shift you work days or eves your on call for part of the midnight shift on all of your workdays, etc.
They go home at 2:00am, not a 24-7 department . They do have a large turnover rate and a difficult time filling their open positions. They're expecting their entire current command staff to be retiring over the next 3yrs. Massive hiring push right now for new troopers. Historically MA applicants who are hired by the VSP work here a few years, gain training and experience then return home for other police opportunities.
I had two friends that came to the VSP from MA in the early 90's. One lasted a year the other is a 23 year veteran, so its all what you make of it, like any profession.
That's too bad because on paper it looks like a nice job.
Maybe they should consider retreads. Older guys that took an early retirement from another PD looking for a slower pace of life and not really worried about the money.
Although knowing the state police I'm sure they want young candidates that they can mold in their own image
This is a great opp. for anyone looking to enter LE/CJ. I would jump at the chance; if hired get a few years under your belt and if you care to make a move you will have many opportunities. Other benefits would be going through the hiring process that can help in going for other positions.
The VT academy is a live-in 16 week academy and is accepted by MA. All departments go thru the same academy in VT; State Police, Sheriffs, Police and Constables. The state police have a 3 week pre-basic portion of the academy that other agencies do not attend, which I believe is the only difference in training. Overall they are a good agency, very prideful. I would say they are the 2nd best agency in the state
I spent several years with the VTSP prior to coming back to MA. Anyone with any questions can feel free to PM me. Great place to start or spend a career if the VT lifestyle is for you.
Yeah... VT is certainly not for everyone. Great place to visit, but living up there drove me (and my wife) crazy.
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