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.
McDonald explains a typical day as a K-9 officer for the Seaport Operations Bureau, what her K-9, Bentley, is responsible for while on duty and how her role has evolved over her 24-year career
Professional staff play a vital role in police operations. Explore why their professional development is essential for advancing policing practices and improving community relations
State Training Director Hank Prim discusses how shifting from a high-stress, military-style police academy to a more collegial and problem-based learning environment is critical for preparing officers to best serve their communities
The survey found 86% of NOPD cops are unhappy with the PD and 79% with the promotional process, citing cronyism and favoritism as reasons
The more you work on you, the better a police officer you will be for the public
True investigations are concluded primarily upon tried and true methods that have been in use for decades
Before you let those lateral transfer dollars burn a hole in your pocket, consider how to best invest in your financial security, on-duty safety or well-being
List ranks occupations by level of stress, driving home the importance of hiring responders who can remain calm during high-stress situations
LVMPD’s reintroduction of their cadet program and recruitment of military members were factors in increasing their recruitment numbers
If you’d like to swap the winter cold for the California sun, Grover Beach PD is hiring
An ISP recruiter says lapses in coverage may become more apparent if staffing levels continue to fall
The benefits are separate from another recently discussed proposal to use ARPA money to provide Cleveland officers with $3,000 retention bonuses
As part of “Operation Bold Blue Line,” the state will allow departments to expedite certification for lateral transfers down to 8 weeks
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