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.
Five strategies to help new officers process mistakes and move forward with confidence
Why the most misunderstood job in policing may be the most critical to building trust and saving lives
Meet Officer Emily Herbst and Maximus, her police horse partner in Denver’s Mounted Patrol Unit, bridging the gap between law enforcement and community — one stride at a time
How to transition from a law enforcement career to the private sector
An officer with these signs is putting themselves, their partner and their community at risk
Jasur Talipov turned his volunteer experience at a police department into “Trust the Badge,” a nonprofit and podcast that challenges negative perceptions of law enforcement
Recent polls on policing show rising trust in law enforcement, with a 75% favorable rating; equal treatment remains a top priority
The next time you don the uniform, picture yourself on a billboard for all to see; ask yourself: how can I be the agency poster child today?
You do not need to abandon either your street intensity or your commitment to your physical survival in order to have a positive outlook on your chosen career
Good preparation can ease the transition and maintain purpose in your post-career life
If your career is long enough and you haven’t done any of these 13 embarrassing things yet, you quite possibly will at some point
Dan O’Brien from HTC Vive Americas discusses how VR training enhances effectiveness and prepares officers for real-world scenarios with precision and efficiency
While it is not an easy time to be a police officer in America, there are many reasons why you stay in law enforcement
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