Police Jobs & Careers
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The funds can be used to provide salary increases, hire additional staff, or purchase vehicles, firearms, and safety equipment
As of March 1, HPD employed 1,740 officers out of 2,177 positions for a vacancy rate of about 20%, union researchers found
How an Arizona agency uses strategy and culture to influence recruitment
A sergeant recounts his emotions after responding to calls where he could not save a life
Members can’t make arrests or carry weapons, but they do go through a police academy training course, officials said
Mayor London Breed said she would introduce legislation to allow law enforcement real-time access to surveillance video in certain situations
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Law enforcement leaders prepare because the pendulum is finally swinging back in favor of public safety
Acknowledging the oath means acceptance of tremendous responsibility
Policing Matters podcast host Jim Dudley is joined by Police1 columnist Janay Gasparini to discuss the challenges law enforcement faced in 2021
The attention of LE executives is always drawn to the day’s headlines, but visionary leaders construct long-term strategies for long-term challenges
From the “most epic recruitment video ever” to an inside look at what it’s like to be a campus officer, these videos are sure to inspire departments for years to come
As we navigate our early careers, we should learn to listen to the wisdom of others whose knowledge comes from experience and reflection
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