Once a Probationary Trooper is eligible for promotion, he/she will be promoted to the rank of Trooper, except for in certain circumstances in which a PTP may be promoted to Trooper First Class.

Directly above the rank of Trooper, is the rank of Trooper First Class.

After TFC comes the rank of Senior Trooper. Senior Troopers have demonstrated increased knowledge in the department and its policies, and as such, are eligible to join the SAST's FTO program and become a Field Training Officer.

The rank after STP is the rank of Master Trooper. Troopers are promoted to this rank because they have shown the ability to be thorough, and professional.

The last Member Rank is Corporal. Troopers Promoted to Corporal have shown knowledge in Law Enforcement, and have shown an ability to be thorough, thoughtful, and professional in all aspects of the job. These Troopers will be looked at for Supervisor Positions.

Senior Corporal is the first rank of Supervisor Staff. These officers have shown knowledge and professionalism. They are to watch over and help other Members of the SAST.

Sergeant is directly after Senior Corporal Troopers that have reached this rank have demonstrated their leadership skills and have passed the Sergeant's Exam.

Staff Sergeant is the next rank directly above SGT. Staff Sergeants have an increased responsibility within the department and supervises the department's FTO program. Staff Sergeants directly supervise the department CPLs. Staff Sergeant is also the last rank before becoming a Department Staff member.

Master Sergeant is the first rank to be considered Department Staff. The SAST has five MSG positions, and members of this rank are responsible for leading other department non-commissioned officers (CPL-MSG). In addition, Master Sergeants monitor department commendations.

The rank of Lieutenant is the last staff rank Before becoming a department head. Members of this rank have shown increased dedication to the department as well as proven proficient in their field knowledge. Lieutenants are also responsible for supervising the FTO program, managing department rosters, and managing patrol log reports.

The Captain is directly above Lieutenant in rank, and answers to the Commissioner and Assistant Commissioner. Captains are In charge of investigating Internal Affair complaints, and Overseeing all Department Staff.

The Assistant Commissioner of the State Troopers is the second-in-command for the operations of the department. The Assistant Commissioner is the SAST's the Chain of Command Supervisor and the Professionalism and Ethics Supervisor

Commissioner of the State Troopers is the highest rank in the structure. The Commissioner is responsible for supervising the overall operation of the department and ensures that subordinates are operating in a proper fashion.