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.
Gamification, curiosity-driven engagement and adapting to a tech-savvy generation — learn how to connect with the next wave of law enforcement recruits
From understanding pension systems to decoding health benefits, here’s everything you need to ask before accepting a police officer position
“I dream every single night, wake up and feel like I worked all night in my sleep,” one officer said, highlighting the growing toll of fatigue
The new law retains the minimum age of 18 but removes the age limit of 44 for interested in applying for jobs in law enforcement
Key takeaways after reading the revealing input in Police1’s State of the Industry survey of cops standing on the beleaguered thin blue line
This is the true measure of financial success in law enforcement: being able to enjoy retirement in great physical and mental shape
The current recruitment crisis impacts all agencies regardless of size and location
A Police1 columnist shares a photo of an LEO protecting 32,000 people as they watch a baseball game
The legislation allows the academies to recover training expenses from new recruits who leave before completing four years of service in the city
By analyzing the type and frequency of calls for service, chiefs can ensure they are using resources effectively and efficiently while maintaining officer well-being
Data from Police1’s “What cops want in 2023” survey suggest the time is ripe for police administrators to do two things
The Wichita City Council approved funding for more officers than the department has been able to recruit; Police union says lowering entry standards isn’t the answer
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