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.
Inconsistent schedules, long shifts and lack of personal time are pushing officers to the limit, impacting wellness and performance
Whether it’s fitness, hobbies or spending time with non-LE friends, finding balance is key to staying sharp both on and off duty
The threat to officer safety posed by sovereign citizens is well known. Here’s how to be safe and professional during an encounter
The proposed change was prompted after an officer, now facing charges for an in-custody death, exhibited signs of a mental breakdown at the academy
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
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