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.
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
The money is intended to go toward salaries for sheriffs and deputies, as well as boost recruitment and retention efforts
“I do not think 9,500 [officers] is realistic...” Councilmember Hugo Soto-Martínez said. “And the reason it’s not realistic is because ... people who are entering the workforce do not want to be police officers”
Officers will no longer respond to runaways, medical welfare checks and some traffic incidents, among others
NLEOMF panel discusses the unique experiences women face in their roles to serve and protect
It’s difficult to empathize with someone who isn’t experiencing the same things we are, which is especially true for police chiefs and line-level officers
If you plan to implement acting positions in your agency, here are some considerations to review
Critical thinking engages your brain to comprehend, assess, analyze and process information in a way that improves your decision-making
LE leaders want the state to allow green-card holders to become certified police officers, with some conditions
Does your department keep a list of possible projects for grant-funding opportunities?
Jonathan and Matthew Burgess juggle the demands of their firefighter and LE careers with their built-from-the-ground-up food business
You never truly get the full picture until you’re actually in law enforcement
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