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.
We should be doing more to harness the wisdom of street cops and what they learn from every shift
Courage is not taking action in the absence of fear, but taking action in spite of fear
I could find a job that would pay better in the corporate world, so why do I remain a cop?
Become an asset to your shift and watch just how quickly and easily you adapt to your new profession
When this source of struggle in your personal life is no longer an issue, you can be more effective on the job
By creating a budget, you can break the overtime cycle and give yourself a fighting chance to not only get your head above water, but to improve your financial wellbeing
This book offers a step-by-step guide for law enforcement professionals on how to land a job at a college or university
We know that the vast majority of us do our jobs faithfully and professionally, but we have a small minority of officers who are just a**holes
Retired Pittsburgh Police Chief Robert McNeilly, Jr., has written an operator’s manual for developing and managing effective police forces on any scale
Ahead of Oct. 28, share your organization’s impact with local media outlets and reach out to local companies for support
The transition from idealistic rookie to cynical veteran often includes withdrawing from friendships and activities outside of law enforcement
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