Maryland State Police Aviation Command

AVIATION CADET

Current Starting Salary: $22,871 annually

The Aviation Cadet Program is actively recruiting for young men and women between the ages of 18-20 to serve as second care providers onboard our nationally recognized medevac helicopters. Interested applicants must have already obtained State of Maryland EMT-B certification prior to the date of hire. Cadets appointed to the Maryland State Police Aviation Command will become part of a three-person flight crew which is comprised of a Pilot, Trooper/Paramedic and Cadet. Our flight crews routinely perform a multitude of medevac, search and rescue, law enforcement and homeland security missions. Aviation Cadets are assigned duties that do not require police authority. Cadets will be assigned to work under the direct supervision of a State Trooper who is also a Nationally Registered Paramedic with years of experience. Aviation Cadets will undergo rigorous training to acclimate them to the aviation environment and improve their medical skills. You will find that the Maryland State Police offers a competitive salary, uniforms, equipment, benefits and ongoing training to make this opportunity rewarding and fulfilling. Please take the moment to read the information below completely and follow the instructions carefully.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Age—18 to 20 years old. An applicant may be processed at age 17, but cannot be appointed until reaching the age of 18.
Certification—Must possess Maryland EMT-B certification prior to the date of hire.
Weight—Weight must be in proportion to height.
Education—Must have a high school diploma or GED.
Citizenship—Must be a U. S. Citizen.
Vision—Must have binocular far and near visual acuity, with or without correction, must be 20/20.
Driver's License—Must possess a valid driver’s license in any state and a satisfactory driving record.
Physical Standards—Must be in excellent physical condition.
Integrity—Must be truthful in every state of the application process.
Character—Must have a good reputation and sound moral character. Must not have any current court orders relating to domestic violence.
Must be willing and capable of flying onboard our helicopters.

SELECTION PROCESS

Orientation
Functional Fitness Test
Oral Interview Board
Polygraph Examination
Background Investigation
Drug Testing
Physical Examination

Failure to meet any pre-employment requirement will result in disqualification from the hiring process. Final approval and appointment to the Cadet Program is made by the Superintendent of the Maryland State Police.

HOW TO APPLY

1. Click here to be directed to the Recruitment and Selection Unit website.
2. Click on "Applicant Orientation" link
3. Click on "Applicant Orientation Information" link
4. Select a location to attend an Applicant Orientation
5. Arrive at the Orientation on time and let recruiters know you are interested in the Aviation Cadet Position

It is recommended that you navigate our recruiting homepage to learn more information about testing, minimum requirements, etc. If you have specific questions about the Aviation Cadet Position, please contact our Cadet Recruiter, Lieutenant Anita Allen.