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.
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How to transition from a law enforcement career to the private sector
“If we have insufficient resources for our daily operations, we are truly behind the eight ball when severe weather and other emergencies occur,” a union rep said
“Women bring an intelligence and compassion side to the job, and an ability to engage with the community, that make them excellent police officers.”
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In 1985, Sherri Adams became the first Black female police officer in San Bernardino
During some shifts, the dispatch center has only had one person assigned to answer 911 calls for the entire city
A sheriff’s office Facebook post went viral after wishing two former high school football teammates success in their new LE careers
“I consider it a tragedy that I have deputies that have to get government assistance to support their family,” writes Richland County Sheriff Leon Lott
Katie Thyne, 24, was the first Newport News officer killed in the line of duty in 25 years
Eligible roles include mail carriers, graphic designers, BWC techs, crime scene unit investigators and more
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