forensic scientist

office assistant

telecommunicator

investigator

human resources associate

West-Virginia-State-Police

I have been in law enforcement for 26 years, 23 years with the West Virginia State Police. The first 11 years of my state police career was spent as a street level officer, responding to calls and investigating crimes and accidents. The last 12 years has been spent in a supervisory role, responsible for maintaining a budget, scheduling, logistical needs and general supervision, with an occasional investigation. During my tenure as a police officer I have received specialized training in advanced crime scene investigation, advanced homicide investigation, RADAR instruction certified, Crisis Negotiator certified, and have attended the prestigious FBI National Academy. I have also earned two associate degrees, a Regeant's Bachelor degree and a Master degree in Legal Studies. I have worked closely with numerous local state and federal agencies and have testified in federal state and local courts. I have always maintains a professional and cordial rapport with my coworkers. Several I have been fortunate enough to call my close friend. The most difficult part of my job was facing death, especially when it involved a child. One of our duties was to deliver death notifications to family members when someone died. I have delivered several death notifications to parents of child who were killed; easily the most difficult task. The most enjoyable part of the job was digging into a good investigation and trying to figure it all out. I loved that challenge. I hope the next job I have will be challenging and equally as satisfying.

A typical day at work would answering phones, dealing with question in regards to the civilian application process. I would screen, sort and distribute personnel office mail and maintain and update members and civilian files. Update manuals and publications,compose correspondence, form letters. Process all civilian applications and maintain data base of applicants as well as maintain data base of special orders for civilians and members.I learned how a personnel section operates day to day in dealing with policy and procedures and gained experience in how the State Police operates with in the agency. As a member of the Personnel staff you must keep all information confidential unless other wise directed by the personnel director. I also assisted with cadet testing. The Personnel Office consisted of four full time permanent employees and one part time employee to manage personnel for 700 or more employees, at times things were stressful. The hardest part about this job was the office atmosphere, never knowing what to expect each day. I truly enjoyed ever aspect of my job, there was never any down time and i was always busy.

Overall the West Virginia State Police is a great place to work. On a daily basis you are having to multi task which is always a great quality to ascertain. You are in charge of keeping the Troopers safe within six different counties and sometimes more than that depending on your location. The State Police has provided me training with many traits such as computer skills, typing skills, communication skills with the public, and the list could continue. I believe that the State Police was an amazing opportunity and a great start to my career.

10-county jurisdiction with only 7 full-time dispatchers made it difficult to have a personal life.  Many times if someone called off, you'd work overtime and have to completely redo your own personal schedule to accommodate work needs.  Family-like environment...when push comes to shove, most help each other.

I have enjoyed my time at the West Virginia State Police. My boss' are amazing/great guys who genuinely care about their employees and their welfare. My co-workers are like family. I'll never forget them or the times we had together. The most enjoyable part of my job (in particular) was getting to travel all over the great state of WV for work. The hardest part of my job will be saying good-bye.

The West Virginia State Police is a premiere law enforcement agency with a traditional value system and a healthy mix of traditional criminal investigation methods and contemporary technological methods to protect the State of West Virginia

Position was team effort of two-three dispatchers for seven counties....taking calls, CAD input, dispatching to units, all follow-up dispatcher and records search. NCIC Entry. Everyone worked hard, but helped each other when needed. The Troopers were very supportive of the dispatch teams...
Miss working there.

Overall a great place to work. Some of the higher-up troopers seem to think theyre better than anyone else, but if you can overlook that, its not a bad place to work. They treat you like a human being instead of a deadbeat criminal.

What is the best part of working at the company?
Depends on the administration 

What is the most stressful part about working at the company?
Political reasons, depends on administration 

What is the work environment and culture like at the company?
Cliques depending on department

Work load is never boring. Truly a great place to work. Co-workers are friendly and helpful when needed. Management is always looking to see how employees can improve and do their jobs more effectively.  Positive workplace environment. 

Top Job Titles	Average Salary
Forensic scientist 5 salaries reported	$64,192 per year
Office assistant 7 salaries reported	$36,611 per year
Telecommunicator 5 salaries reported	$31,850 per year
Investigator 5 salaries reported	$54,022 per year
Human resources associate 3 salaries reported	$42,884 per year

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