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California Highway Patrol

There is a reason the California Highway Patrol is regarded as one of the top law enforcement agencies in the nation. At the California Highway Patrol we set a very high standard. Our job is critical and we take an oath to stand for something bigger than ourselves – to provide safety, service and security to all the citizens and visitors of our state. It is this same courage and honor of duty we seek from new recruits.

We are husbands, mothers, daughters, athletes, military… But there is one thing we all have in common – we make a difference. We strive to be the best. The average career just won’t do. We are made for more – we are CHP. Now you can be too.

CHP is embarking on a mission to fill 1,000 officer positions by hiring qualified individuals from California’s diverse communities. Opportunity awaits by becoming one of the CHP 1000.

​The California Highway Patrol offers challenging and exciting careers in the field of law enforcement. If you are interested in diversity, challenges, and opportunities, the CHP invites you to apply to become a part of our professional organization. We remain competitive and current with training and technology, keeping the citizens of California safe. We have many employment opportunities, and we invite you to look into the California Highway Patrol for your future. The Department provides an excellent salary, full medical benefits, and a defined benefits retirement program.

By joining the CHP, you will have a chance to make a dramatic difference every day. In this career, it is never the same day twice. A career with the CHP will give you more than you ever thought possible. More purpose. More opportunity. More satisfaction. Apply today to join the CHP 1000.

Sep 16, 2026
Temp to Perm
Maintenance Worker, CHP Kern
$3,252 - $4,165 monthly
California Highway Patrol Mojave, CA
Under direction of the Area Sergeant, the Maintenance Worker performs janitorial and maintenance related duties, maintains overall cleanliness of the area facility, performs landscape maintenance, and serves as an assistant to the automotive technician on a limited basis. Specific duties include, but are not limited to the following: mop/wax floors, vacuum/shampoo carpets, empty and clean wast receptacles, wash windows and doors, clean window sills, clean blinds, and clean/dust furniture and equipment. Conduct daily cleaning of restrooms and re-supply all paper products and soap. Clean the break room. Clean the immediate surroundings of the building including the parking area and walkways. Change filters, replace ballasts and fluorescent bulbs, move furniture and supplies, and maintain irrigation equipment. Assist the automotive technician on a limited basis. You will find additional information about the job in the  Duty Statement . Working...
Sep 16, 2026
Full time
PUBLIC SAFETY OPERATOR, CALIFORNIA HIGHWAY PATROL Solano
$4,690 - $8,012 monthly
California Highway Patrol Vallejo, CA
Job Description and Duties Golden Gate Communications Center (GGCC) is a public safety answering point. PSO’s answer 9-1-1 calls, public and allied agency calls, and make out-going calls to service providers, allied agencies and citizens. This classification requires a certified net typing speed of 40 words per minute. You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement .   Working Conditions Golden Gate Communications Center (GGCC) is on the 3/12 alternate work week with quarterly seniority shift and RDO sign ups. Our center is conveniently located near several cultural and outdoor recreational areas. Minimum Requirements You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification. PUBLIC SAFETY OPERATOR, CALIFORNIA HIGHWAY PATROL Additional Documents Job Application Package Checklist Duty Statement Position Details Job Code #:...
Sep 16, 2026
Full time
Public Safety Dispatcher Riverside and Solano
$5,307 - $7,306 monthly
California Highway Patrol CA
Job Description and Duties LACC is a public safety answering point.  Employees answer 9-1-1, public and allied agency lines, as well as making out-going calls to service providers, allied agencies and citizens.  PSDs must be able to document information into a computer aided dispatch (Inform CAD) system quickly and accurately and take appropriate action on each call.  The classification requires a certified net typing speed of 40 words per minute. You will find additional information about the job in the  Duty Statement . Working Conditions LACC is currently on a 4/10 alternate work week and a 5/40 work week. These hours may change based on operational needs. Quarterly sign-ups are done on a seniority basis. Daily use of computer requiring typing and sitting or standing for extended periods of time. Minimum Requirements You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification. PUBLIC...