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.
Maintaining your situational awareness will provide good judgment, clear analysis, and proper decisions as you face the tactical challenges of a barricaded gunmen
Understanding how non-covered pensions reduce your Social Security benefits and what you might do about it could save you thousands of dollars
Improve the odds of retiring on your terms by taking advantage of other account and employment options
The bonus includes a one-time relocation allowance and a hiring incentive for honorably discharged military members or active members of the National Guard or Reserves
The city council will use American Rescue Plan Act funds to help first responders live where they serve
Last summer, the Sampson County Sheriff’s Office was short 13 officers. Now, it’s short nearly 30
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Your nametag, department patch and badge are the most important aspects of your uniforms and represent much more than metal and fabric
Many agencies have dropped degree requirements in recent years because of recruitment difficulties
The department noticed they were losing potential recruits to nearby departments with more relaxed tattoo policies
The test, according to chiefs across the state, is making it difficult for departments to hire and retain officers
Departments must be creative, and leaders must be innovative
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