Police Jobs & Careers
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The pair of classes will each add 600 new recruits, raising the total tally of new NYPD recruits in 2024 to 2,400
Analysis shows that an average of 31 recruits per academy class graduate to become officers, about half the number needed to keep pace with Mayor Karen Bass’ plan to reach 9,500 officers
Given the increasingly complex nature of modern policing, agencies must consider adopting new instructional methodologies to improve the performance of new officers
The use of community service officers has gained traction as transit agencies struggle with increased crime
Despite facing competition from other jurisdictions, Mayor Andre Dickens said the “robust department” is attracting applicants
Police hope subsidizing rent will help attract and retain recruits who might otherwise go elsewhere
Officials say the new roles can be filled faster and will free up sworn detectives for more serious crimes
Wanting equitable wages for rural cops is not about greed or ingratitude, it’s just economics
Officers can use the network to improve their professional development and search for career opportunities – both during their policing career and post-retirement
Meet Deputy Gregory Plett, a seven-year veteran of the Santa Barbara County Sheriff’s Office in California
The first step is developing the right mindset. Here’s how to do it
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