Police Jobs & Careers
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Officer resignations were up 47% last year compared to 2019 and retirements are up 19%, according to a survey of nearly 200 police agencies
According to the report, “in addition to any potential human failures, staffing shortages and pressures, policy deficiencies and ambiguities, and historical internal practices were chief contributing factors”
As of Sept. 22, the resignations of the chief and one officer will leave the city of Motley with zero officers on the force
The PD has created a liaison role dedicated to addressing crime and police concerns within the LGBT community
Both the House and Senate recently passed bills to allow the agency to skip the test for some applicants, including former police officers or members of the military
John Loughran was allegedly fired because his grieving of a fallen cop was preventing him from doing his job
Police Chief Matt Doering called his police career “a joyous experience” and said he plans to “continue to serve our community as best I can”
As part of an effort to increase staff at some of its most remote border crossings, CBP is offering hiring bonuses and job security for people willing to make the move
Jim and Doug discuss how to lay the foundation for a long and enjoyable retirement
Betty Shelby returned to the Tulsa Police Department in an administrative position, but resigned in July, saying she felt isolated from other officers
City officials have acknowledged that the officer, Brian Trainer, violated policy by not activating his body camera until after the shooting
This year’s plan to hire 400 new officers fell far short. Next year’s proposed budget calls for the hiring of 250 police officers
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