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.
Aldermen are considering raising the mandatory retirement age from 63 to 65; the officer deployment study is required by the department’s consent decree
Small-town police departments turn to grant funds to address the challenges of limited resources, personnel shortages and technology gaps
“We’re pleased to see this increase in applications from [individuals] … willing to go above and beyond to serve and protect, with ... strong moral fiber not exclusive to those with a college education,” said Colonel Christopher Paris
The ambassador philosophy gives credence to the work we have already been doing and should rightfully take credit for
Both professions require tactical approaches that without command, control, coordination and communication could result in death or discipline
If leaders and elected officials in your area aren’t already discussing furloughs, layoffs or hiring freezes, they are likely to begin those discussions soon
Even if you have been talking to suspects and victims for many years, officers find this training very worthwhile
Upgrade your agency’s social media game and use it to recruit women and diverse applicants
Police executives from three cities in states where election results are expected to be close discuss their preparations for November 3
A recent survey unveiled startling findings about the current psychological health of LEOs
On the first traffic stop I made alone it never crossed my mind that ‘Malarkey’ probably wasn’t the driver’s name
Learn from top instructors and join other police professionals to explore how you can leverage policy and training tools to solve your top challenges
To rebuild trust between police and the public, neither party can hold on to stereotypical views of the other
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