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.
Prospect Day puts speed, service and human connection at the heart of MPD’s recruitment strategy – and it’s working
Wellness
Read the first five practical, no-nonsense strategies to help you stay sharp, resilient, and in control — no matter what the job throws at you
In partnership with NOAA and the Coast Guard, SCDNR officers patrol nearly 2,900 miles of shoreline to safeguard boaters, wildlife and fisheries
Across the country, police departments face historic staffing shortages while a highly trained, willing workforce stands ready — retired police officers
The uniform doesn’t come with a manual for pet ownership — this might help
Surrounded by hardship at home and in her community, LAPD Officer Asunción Maribel Plascencia found purpose through the encouragement of two mentors in uniform
From fainting at her first autopsy to finding the only drop of blood that cracked a murder case, Gabrielle Wimer shares the raw, often gritty reality of crime scene investigations
From morale to mental health, favoritism in police assignments and promotions causes lasting harm. A law enforcement leader offers strategies to overcome it
“I’m a new officer, and I get the feeling some veterans don’t take me seriously. How do I change that?”
From the FBI to the Secret Service, explore the largest federal agencies, their missions, officer requirements and how to start your career in federal law enforcement
LAPD Captain Julie Rodriguez shares straight-shooting advice on crushing promotions, balancing family life, and why mentorship and sponsorship are key to keeping women in uniform
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