Career Opportunities at the Florida Highway Patrol
The Florida Highway Patrol offers a wide range of specialized career paths, leadership development opportunities, and advanced assignment tracks designed to build highly skilled, highly trained law enforcement professionals. As a nationally accredited agency, FHP values professionalism, integrity, and service to Florida’s residents and visitors.
Troopers who demonstrate initiative, discipline, and strong work performance may compete for specialty units, advanced certifications, and promotional advancement. Whether your goal is investigative work, tactical operations, aviation, or training future troopers, FHP provides a structured and rewarding career pipeline.
Bureau of Criminal Investigations & Intelligence (BCII)
Commander: Sergeant First Class M. King
BCII conducts high-level, intelligence-driven investigations targeting violent crime, narcotics trafficking, organized crime, corruption, homicides, and officer-involved shootings. BCII also leads investigations involving auto theft, fraud, and highway-related criminal activity, collaborating with local, state, and federal agencies to dismantle criminal networks.
Traffic Homicide Investigations (THI)
Commander: Master Corporal X. Rivera
THI investigators conduct meticulous investigations into fatal traffic crashes, specializing in scene reconstruction, evidence analysis, and partnership with prosecutors to ensure justice for victims and families.
Office of Commercial Vehicle Enforcement (CVE)
Commander: Lieutenant J. Dulaney
CVE enforces commercial motor vehicle laws to reduce crashes, protect Florida’s highways and bridges, and remove unsafe vehicles and drivers from the roadway.
Criminal Interdiction Unit (CIU)
Commander: Sergeant B. James
CIU is composed of felony officers and canine handlers who target drug trafficking, weapons smuggling, and other major highway-based criminal activity using advanced search tactics and interdiction strategies.
Field Training Operations (FTO)
FTO Coordinator: Captain R. Byrd
The Field Training Program prepares newly graduated troopers for solo patrol through structured evaluation, mentorship, and real-world scenario training.
Special Response Team (SRT)
Commander: Captain R. Byrd
SRT handles critical incidents requiring specialized tactics, including barricaded subjects, hostage situations, dignitary protection, fugitive apprehensions, and high-risk warrant operations.
Aviation & Unmanned Aerial Operations (UAS)
Commander: Lieutenant J. Dulaney
FHP Aviation operates fixed-wing aircraft for traffic enforcement, stolen vehicle recovery, and critical incident response. UAS provides real-time aerial intelligence for emergencies, searches, and traffic operations.