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.
From meeting eligibility requirements to finding open law enforcement jobs, here’s what you need to know to start your policing career in the Buckeye State
Prospect Day puts speed, service and human connection at the heart of MPD’s recruitment strategy – and it’s working
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
The move marks an effort to slow rising turnover rate and maintain staffing levels
Through a unique blend of mentorship, wellness and community engagement, Dayton PD’s program equips recruits with the tools to thrive in their careers
Retirement may initially seem like an escape from the daily grind, but the excitement can wear off
The pair of classes will each add 600 new recruits, raising the total tally of new NYPD recruits in 2024 to 2,400
Analysis shows that an average of 31 recruits per academy class graduate to become officers, about half the number needed to keep pace with Mayor Karen Bass’ plan to reach 9,500 officers
Given the increasingly complex nature of modern policing, agencies must consider adopting new instructional methodologies to improve the performance of new officers
A new report by the COPS Office highlights effective strategies for engaging young people in law enforcement careers
Our experts debate if an emphasis on traditional attire is misplaced given more critical challenges like severe understaffing
Attempts by the NYPD to reinstate stricter uniform and grooming standards has sparked a broader conversation about the role of appearance in law enforcement credibility
The move to longer shifts can allow departments to put more officers on the streets during peak times and alleviate staffing shortages, a study by the Policing Institute found
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