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.
Many mission-driven officers committed to service, reform and integrity find themselves sidelined — not for lack of talent, but for refusing to play politics
Preparing for the future is an ongoing process that begins the first day on the job
You will face traumatic incidents, so learn to build your resilience from day one, and accept help when you experience something above your ability to process
The following 10 points are what I have used in my tenure as chief of police
Retired Assistant Sheriff Sasha Larkin shares her journey through law enforcement at LVMPD, her strategies for successful retirement planning and how she transitioned to a leadership role at FIFA
In choosing a career in law enforcement we have chosen a life which presents challenges that often will take us to that mud room between life and death
Attract police recruits with these actionable insights from a BJA/COPS Office report
An officer’s raw, heartfelt poem sheds light on the silent battle with PTSD — read how one LEO found healing and hope through the darkest nights
Struggling with a cybersecurity talent shortage and high turnover? These actionable strategies can help you recruit and retain the experts your cybercrime unit needs to combat growing digital threats
You are not going to change or save the world, but you will make a difference in the lives of individuals who need you at a moment’s notice
Explore the rigorous educational and physical training modules that prepare recruits for a career in law enforcement
A healthy retirement for officers doesn’t just happen — it requires planning from day one for the next chapter of your life, both on and off the job
Learn about the highs and lows of being a police officer, including career satisfaction, job stress, and the impact on personal life
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