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.
From staffing to stress, supervisors face it all — share the toughest challenge your frontline leaders are navigating right now
Staffing shortages and burnout cut deepest when agencies neglect their people; leaders who prioritize wellness and mentorship protect both officers and mission
Guidance from a patrol supervisor who’s served in both uniforms on fostering respect, teamwork and professionalism in dual service roles
Flagler County Sheriff Rick Staly explains how A&E’s “Booked: First Day In” is helping bust myths, boost morale and bring new recruits through the jailhouse doors
Speaking 52 years after his own graduation, Lexipol co-founder Gordon Graham urged recruits to embrace pride, safety and lifelong professionalism
The agencies that invest in recruitment and retention strategies will be the ones that build strong, dedicated teams for the future
Neuroscience, life experience and officer performance suggest it’s time to rethink the minimum hiring age
After four days stationed deep in the canyon, Ranger Malerie Mento hikes out — balancing law enforcement and emergency medicine along one of the park’s most challenging patrol beats
As a police officer you have a unique opportunity to change someone’s life for the better by taking the time to care and to truly protect and serve
What does it take to become a police officer? A veteran officer breaks down the rigorous process to land the job
Using first person makes your reports more clear and easy to read
There are some simple ways you can improve your police reports without having to go back to school
A second act in service: A retired police chief’s promise to serve before, during and after the call
Michael Begonis, Verizon Frontline’s chief of staff and Police1 Got Your Six list honoree, is being celebrated during Police Week for his role in helping law enforcement agencies prepare for, respond to, and recover from crisis
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