Career Advice
Focus on developing the skills and knowledge you need to succeed, not just on achieving the rank
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
Hard work and self-improvement is not just the path to positional success – it is the path to true leadership
Take a few minutes to find out what kind of lifestyle might suit you best after the pulling the pin
Through Signal 88 Security franchises, Mark McClure and his partners provide more than peace of mind – they mentor the next generation of law enforcement officers
In this Q&A, Signal 88 Security CEO Reed Nyffeler explains why the company recruits former LEOs to own and operate franchises across the country
Learn how to speak illustratively, which allows oral board members to not just hear the answer, but see and experience it as well
Genuine opportunities arise for honest conversations and difficult discussions about the critical issues facing the policing profession
Police officers are human beings watching inhuman things – it takes resilience to cope with and overcome traumatic events
Graduate education can provide an additional set of tools to help you move forward in your career or utilize in your daily work
Like most of the country, California is in need of police officers; here’s what you need to know
Management studies can help you advance your law enforcement career, increase your pay and open new post-retirement options
Lt. Julie Scribner of the Vermont State Police earned her bachelor’s degree to get ready for a promotion and is working on her master’s to plan for a career after retirement
Earn a professional credential that can boost your career in less time – and for less money – than a graduate degree
Consider the following suggestions to help you renew or maintain a sense of purpose and passion in law enforcement
Planning for finances and setting time aside for family are as important as choosing the right courses to support your career goals
Are you covered by your department’s insurance if a lawsuit arises?
One area often overlooked by officers is the investigation of financial or “white collar” crimes
Continuing your education can boost your salary and help you make the move to a higher rank
Are you prepared to “measure up” to the image of the police leader that you really want to be?
Before you go after a position as a chief, there’s one crucial question you must ask and answer yourself: are you sure you actually want the job?
Be sure you spend time preparing so you can shine during this part of the hiring process
The announcement of the third promotion had everyone shaking their heads. The third promotion was an individual who ranked in the 30s on the list.
My race has been a little different than most cops, but then again, every cop runs their own individual race
