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.
Wellness
Read the first five practical, no-nonsense strategies to help you stay sharp, resilient, and in control — no matter what the job throws at you
In partnership with NOAA and the Coast Guard, SCDNR officers patrol nearly 2,900 miles of shoreline to safeguard boaters, wildlife and fisheries
Across the country, police departments face historic staffing shortages while a highly trained, willing workforce stands ready — retired police officers
Sniper is not an easy position to obtain, so you’d better be prepared to stay the course and try again
The public expects police to be professionals — police agencies should expect no less from the psychologists who evaluate their personnel
Police candidates who understand what the psych exam is really about can stress less
While it’s unlikely you’re going to enjoy the exam, there are some things you can do to help it go as smoothly as possible
Tips for police officers in their quest to make the SWAT team in their department
There are several traits you need to be a good SWAT officer
Here’s what to expect if you decide to take the path of a Special Weapons and Tactics operator
The 2023 law set aside money to expedite training for Washington State Patrol recruits who are already certified law enforcement officers
The city council budgeted funding for 720 officers this year, but 296 positions remain unfilled
Currently, the Minneapolis Police Department is grappling with a shortage of over 200 officers, having lost 40% of its force in the past four years
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