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.
Struggling with a cybersecurity talent shortage and high turnover? These actionable strategies can help you recruit and retain the experts your cybercrime unit needs to combat growing digital threats
You are not going to change or save the world, but you will make a difference in the lives of individuals who need you at a moment’s notice
Explore the rigorous educational and physical training modules that prepare recruits for a career in law enforcement
As much as 40% of Antioch’s officers are currently suspended for investigations of misconduct, some involving the FBI
Lincoln, Nebraska has lots to offer both new officers and those open to relocating
A $2,000 annual retention bonus for officers with at least 20 years on the job would be replaced by a one-time bonus of $2,000 for all officers
The San Diego Police Officers Association and the National Law Enforcement Foundation share lessons learned from building the nation’s first law enforcement only childcare center
Law enforcement agencies of all sizes can and should create videos to share with their community about the work they do and the impact they are having
Your resume is the first impression potential employers have of you; here are 10 tips on crafting a standout application
A recruitment report will suggest initiating high school and college pipeline programs, as well as modernizing the recruitment process for faster onboarding
The proposal would have raised officer wages by 5.2% and added other financial incentives for hiring and retention
High crime and low staffing drove the city to accept 12-hour shifts when they had previously rejected them over safety concerns
Successful recruitment in the 21st century requires an authentic approach to connect with each candidate instead of following a checklist of things to do and incentives to offer
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