The Iowa Department of Public Services is now accepting applications for the department’s 47th Basic Academy for state troopers. Public Resource Officer Darren Flaherty tells KNIA/KRLS News about what qualifications they are looking for in candidates.

“A high school diploma/GED is all you need to become a trooper. We have (openings for) special agents in the Department of Criminal Investigation, Division of Narcotics, and Fire Inspectors. All those you need four-year degrees for those, but right now we are mainly focusing on hiring troopers.”

Applications for the Iowa Department of Public Services’ 47th Basic Academy are open now through February 27th.  Go to this link, to apply.