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.
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Before taking the next step up the ladder, consider the personal, professional and family costs that come with a job swap
Proactive work is how you sharpen your skills, earn respect and move your career forward
Use LinkedIn to showcase your agency’s values, mission and the meaningful work officers perform to reach individuals who may not have considered a law enforcement career
Growth opportunities, leadership training and mentorship are critical for retaining mid-career officers who “feel stuck”
Before becoming an eight-time Mr. Olympia, Coleman served as a dedicated cop in Arlington, Texas — balancing public service and elite athleticism
Royer, a U.S. Marine Corps veteran with 26 years in the mortgage industry, is the visionary behind the HELPER Act, a bill aimed at providing first responders with VA-style home loan benefits
The fallout is lowered morale, legal risks and erosion of public trust
Follow these steps to prioritize officer safety on every shift
Want to take control of your police career and break through the ranks? Higher education could be your key to success
Amid the police recruitment and retention crisis, agencies need new techniques to transform officers into leaders
There are many qualities that prepare service members for a successful career in law enforcement
To retire undefeated, you must work hard to survive physically, legally and emotionally – losing any one of these battles can lead to devastating consequences for officers
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