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.
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
A healthy retirement for officers doesn’t just happen — it requires planning from day one for the next chapter of your life, both on and off the job
As of Sept. 22, the resignations of the chief and one officer will leave the city of Motley with zero officers on the force
The governor said the state is taking steps to address workforce shortages in law enforcement, and opening “the doors of opportunity to those who want to serve”
Sheriff Miyamoto is familiar with Deputy Bloom’s diligent work patterns, confirming that Bloom has consistently put in an astonishing number of OT hours
The contract will bump starting salaries for officers by nearly 13% and provide annual base raises of 3%
Cadets will receive a pay bump from $16 to $24 an hour; the city will also offer incentives to cadets who either graduated from college or served in the military
Following assessment, recruits must pass a criminal history check as well as physical fitness and reading assessments, which have had certain challenges
“Please hold your heads up, keep fighting the good fight and honor the profession by keeping the citizens of this city safe,” Chief Joseph Chacon said
In Ohio, the maximum age limit for a certified officer is 35 years; the city of Springfield hopes that removing the maximum age cap will help fill vacancies
The Los Gatos-Monte Sereno Police Department is budgeted for 39 officers and currently has 28 active, available and sworn staff
When the Pembroke Park Police Department was created less than a year ago, it had 20 sworn officers; it currently has 11 sworn personnel
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