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.
After four days stationed deep in the canyon, Ranger Malerie Mento hikes out — balancing law enforcement and emergency medicine along one of the park’s most challenging patrol beats
As a police officer you have a unique opportunity to change someone’s life for the better by taking the time to care and to truly protect and serve
What does it take to become a police officer? A veteran officer breaks down the rigorous process to land the job
From rookie to veteran, maintaining excellence in law enforcement requires commitment, resilience and the unwavering goal to be a great officer
Join law enforcement veterans and wellness experts at IACP 2024 as they share real-world strategies to help officers prepare for a successful and fulfilling retirement
Over the past five decades, women have contributed to every aspect of the CHP, from motorcycle units to investigative roles and leadership positions
With Zona, Arizona’s first electronic detection K-9, Gayle Warren tackles everything from child exploitation cases to high-profile investigations, bringing her unique journalism background and forensic expertise to the forefront
There is no other position within a law enforcement organization capable of affecting change more than a patrol sergeant
Amelia Frasure shares her experience as the UAS program manager of the Greenville Police Department’s drone program and her passion for training the next generation of drone operators
While there is no one way to do the job, this is a list of basics for every cop on the street
Retired firefighters, EMS providers and police officers may reduce their taxable earnings by up to $3,000 for medical insurance premiums paid during a calendar year
We should be doing more to harness the wisdom of street cops and what they learn from every shift
Courage is not taking action in the absence of fear, but taking action in spite of fear
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