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.
Follow these key tips to maximize your oral board performance
Explain with confidence, but not bravado, that you are the candidate the agency is looking for
Most agencies conduct exit interviews when employees leave, but why wait until someone quits?
In an interview setting, some answers are better than others
Considering a career in law enforcement? This is what you can expect to learn in the police academy
Feedback from officers in Police1’s State of the Industry survey reveals widespread dissatisfaction, with many planning to leave their positions and hesitating to recommend law enforcement as a career choice
As a whole though, the profession “isn’t out of the woods yet” said PERF Executive Director Chuck Wexler
Through a unique blend of mentorship, wellness and community engagement, Dayton PD’s program equips recruits with the tools to thrive in their careers
Retirement may initially seem like an escape from the daily grind, but the excitement can wear off
A new report by the COPS Office highlights effective strategies for engaging young people in law enforcement careers
A list of common metropolitan police ranks from lowest to highest, plus an overview of sheriff’s department and state police ranks
“Switched” re-enacts real police encounters with civilians stepping into the shoes of law enforcement
Recent poll results offer a glimpse into the current landscape and challenges associated with recruiting and retaining female police officers
Mike Lawson leads the charge in bolstering officer support, outlining initiatives for peer support, resilience groups, wellness hours and mental health check-ins
St. Petersburg College in Florida has developed an innovative certificate program to bring mental health training and resources to officers through a peer support model
The focus on finance in a recent survey on the best and worst places to be a cop doesn’t reflect the more complicated matrix officers face when deciding on a department to join or stay with
Readers debate the importance of factors beyond compensation, such as the impact of community support and state legislation on job satisfaction for police officers
We asked, you answered: Here are four benefits and four drawbacks readers listed as their top pros and cons of working in law enforcement
Meet Mary Nero: Greensboro Police Department’s lone homicide victim advocate who managed a record 74 homicide cases in a single year
Nero’s team is expanding at a crucial time, as the city of Greensboro, N.C., has experienced a record number of homicides this past year
The support officers receive during this time can significantly impact their career trajectory, job satisfaction and overall wellbeing
Data from the “What Cops Want” survey suggests a difference in how female and male officers feel valued, indicating a gap in workplace culture and environment
The survey compares states using 30 key metrics across opportunities, training requirements and job hazards
By understanding the barriers, we can start to dismantle them, paving the way for strategies that enhance the hiring, recruitment and retention of women in law enforcement
Like improving our health and wellness, there are personal habits and methods that can be used to build your leadership capabilities
Your response is crucial in identifying the most effective strategies to enhance women’s representation in policing roles
From embracing support networks to seeking opportunities for personal and professional growth, these approaches aim to improve officers’ health and resilience
Statistics provided by Golden PD show that among all 15,362 calls handled by police in the last half of 2023, including for non-emergency runs, response times dropped every month compared to 2022
Candid feedback from officers in Police1’s State of the Industry survey highlights actionable steps supervisors can take to create a culture where officers feel valued and supported
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