Careers in the California Highway Patrol

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The California Highway Patrol offers a number of challenging careers in the field of law enforcement. The Department provides an excellent salary, full medical benefits, and up to 90 percent retirement.   If you are interested in diversity, challenges, and opportunities, the CHP invites you to apply to become a part of their professional organization. For more information on these outstanding career opportunities, click on the "Apply On-Line" link above.

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The mission of the California Highway Patrol is to provide the highest level of safety, service, and security to the people of California. This mission is accomplished through the combined efforts of uniformed officers as well as thousands of civilian employees working together to keep California roadways safe. Information on other civil service positions with the CHP can be found at the California State Personnel Board website.

For additional information, contact the CHP at:

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