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.
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 pressure to fill the vacant positions ahead of the World Cup is coupled with a need to reduce the number of overtime hours that put a large dent in the city budget this year
Training prepares you for the job, but not for the personal decisions that could derail your future in law enforcement
After enduring 13 hours in the World Trade Center rubble, Will Jimeno’s story of survival and Dominick Pezzulo’s ultimate sacrifice led LAPD officer Joe Cirrito into law enforcement
Today, most agencies have reduced or eliminated pensions; that means it’s on you to financially plan for retirement
Seeing the brave first responders on Sept. 11, 2001, showed me what I wanted to be when I grew up
To shape the next generation of leaders, focus on leading by example, empowering others, embracing authenticity and fostering resilience
Meet the leaders who are rewriting the rules with fresh perspectives and powerful strategies that promise to reshape the landscape of law enforcement
Youth may bring scrutiny, but embracing growth and learning can turn it into a strength
According to the “What Cops Want in 2024" survey, officers are experiencing unprecedented levels of fatigue and burnout
DOJ grant funds S.D. agency’s summer internship program to spark interest in law enforcement careers
“The real intent of this is to get kids ages 18 to 21 interested in law enforcement and keep them in that career.”
Portland PD used $350K from the DOJ’s asset forfeiture program to create the videos, and department leaders have seen an increase in inquiries about openings
Lt. Julia Clasby shares her experiences as a female officer and mother, offering insight and advice to help women in law enforcement navigate their path into leadership roles
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