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.
What does it take to become a police officer? A veteran officer breaks down the rigorous process to land the job
Using first person makes your reports more clear and easy to read
There are some simple ways you can improve your police reports without having to go back to school
How to be successful from your first day at the police academy through graduation day
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
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