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.
Research shows that obtaining a formal education can increase critical thinking, boost chances for promotion and level the playing field for women in law enforcement.
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The Golden Police Department will be offering 40 hours of pay for 32 hours of work without reducing pay or benefits
Lawmakers are looking at creating a new pension system that would guarantee decent lifetime retirement benefits if officers stick around on the job
The latest recruits at the Denver Police Department are taking part in its new Before the Blue and Beyond the Badge program
National data quantifying the amount and content of law enforcement basic training can identify what is working well and where changes are needed in police training
Mayor Brandon Johnson also said he will eliminate recent additions to the city’s police landscape, including the ShotSpotter system
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
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