Police Jobs & Careers
The Police Careers and Advancement topic page offers expert advice for officers to follow that can enable a steady rise through the ranks.
Staffing shortages and burnout cut deepest when agencies neglect their people; leaders who prioritize wellness and mentorship protect both officers and mission
Guidance from a patrol supervisor who’s served in both uniforms on fostering respect, teamwork and professionalism in dual service roles
When readiness lives on paper instead of in practice, cracks show fast — from officer burnout to missed warning signs
Proactive work is how you sharpen your skills, earn respect and move your career forward
Meet Sgt. Gene Reid, a Delaware sergeant who calls Professional Standards the most unique and fulfilling role of his career – one rooted in accountability and integrity
As policing came under fire in 2020, Abby Ellsworth launched a podcast to give officers a safe place to tell their stories — and to remind the public of the humanity behind the badge
Building a positive off-duty identity, like Sgt. Andre Thomas’ work as a Sea World dolphin trainer, is vital for long-term wellness in public safety.
At NASRO’s National School Safety Conference, attendees used live exercises — from QR code polls to a shared Google Doc — to surface challenges and capture solutions for school safety
The one fundamental component critical for effective police investigations is thoroughness
Peer support and other confidential resources are a first step toward accountability and treatment for officers struggling with substance misuse
Forging partnerships with faculty members at local colleges and universities can have a direct impact on the quality of officer candidates in your region
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After attending “too many” police funerals, LAPD homicide detective Pierce Brooks compiled a list of errors that were being repeatedly committed in officer-down cases
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