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.
With young talent at the wheel, the possibilities are endless
Doug Shoemaker discussed transitioning from policing to new fields, particularly the private sector
The outcome of the 2024 election could significantly affect crime laws, immigration policies and public safety reforms, all of which have direct implications for law enforcement
From traditional roles in law enforcement to breakthrough positions in politics, faculty from USC Bovard College share the top criminal justice career paths
If your agency has become stagnant and complacent, viewing officers as liabilities rather than assets, you are more than likely hemorrhaging good officers
Chicopee hopes the signing bonuses will attract experienced officers from other communities
Acting Chief Larry Scirotto will use an earlier staffing study to assess and possibly reallocate resources to impact OT and staffing shortages
“I love this community. And so, the hours that I’m putting in are because of my care for the people,” Ashland Chief Ryan Brady said
“There are going to be scary times for the city,” said the union president about the continual decline of staffing
The proposed bill would make the money available to departments with fewer than 200 sworn officers for safety, training and recruitment
Here’s three ways agencies can speed up their hiring process and start to address the hiring crisis facing law enforcement today
The omnibus bill also offers up to $50,000 in education and training reimbursements to law enforcement agencies
Troopers will no longer be assigned to cover Washoe County between 2 a.m. and 5 a.m., beginning in June or July
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