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.
The easiest way to make sense of how to be successful at this is to simply recognize you’re the new guy
From SWAT to narcotics, becoming an expert is a lot of hard work. If it wasn’t hard, everyone would be an expert
Police explorer and youth cadet programs are perfect for young people interested in law enforcement; here’s what you need to know
Police Sergeant Adam Plantinga draws on two decades in law enforcement to craft authentic, engaging stories that resonate with cops and crime-fiction fans alike
Meet Deputy Chief James Beyer of the Irving (Texas) Police Department, who brings a humanistic, solutions-driven approach to policy, personnel and long-term planning
A lieutenant shares how a Gen Z approach to work-life balance helped him succeed in grad school
The public safety model promises savings and speed — but it’s not a fit for every agency
Many mission-driven officers committed to service, reform and integrity find themselves sidelined — not for lack of talent, but for refusing to play politics
Preparing for the future is an ongoing process that begins the first day on the job
You will face traumatic incidents, so learn to build your resilience from day one, and accept help when you experience something above your ability to process
The pressure to fill the vacant positions ahead of the World Cup is coupled with a need to reduce the number of overtime hours that put a large dent in the city budget this year
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