Career Advice

Focus on developing the skills and knowledge you need to succeed, not just on achieving the rank

Gov. Ron DeSantis' proposal would allow former officers, firefighters and EMTs to fill the gaps in K-12 classrooms

Like most of the country, California is in need of police officers; here's what you need to know

Our experts offer insider tips and valuable insight to make your testing performance competitive and successful

Career seminars and internships close the gap between theory and practice, better preparing students for criminal justice careers

Remembering why you got into law enforcement in the first place can help you get through these troubled times

Every contact you make – whether on- or off-duty – leaves an impression; here are 10 ways to leave a positive, professional impression

Treating people with dignity and respect speaks volumes about your level of professionalism

Utilizing coaches could lead to higher job satisfaction, better retention, increased trust with community members and increased officer safety

If you feel you are policing in an untenable environment, avoid doing anything rash and irreversible without first considering all your options

They say hindsight is 20/20

Jonathan and Matthew Burgess juggle the demands of their firefighter and LE careers with their built-from-the-ground-up food business

Like any relationship, a mentorship – whether you’re the mentor or mentee – takes time to develop

On the first traffic stop I made alone it never crossed my mind that ‘Malarkey’ probably wasn’t the driver’s name

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