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Mr. Eric Garner was not a hardened criminal by any definition. His only crime was being black and selling untaxed cigarettes on a stretch of Bat Street near the Staten Island Ferry Terminal. Being arrested twice for circumventing state tax law, he was no stranger to law enforcement officers and being arrested. But on that …

Fighting Racial Bias in the New York Police Department Read More »

Firefighters are in charge of safeguarding people against the harshest elements of nature, such as bush-fires, wildfires, and natural disasters. Their job is stressful, and they must be prepared to be called on at a moment’s notice. Quick Firefighter Facts According to the latest statistics from the US Fire Department, as of 2018, there were …

Planning for Trauma: How to Protect Firefighter Mental Health Read More »

Being a police officer is a demanding and stressful career. Police officers are often exposed to the worst of humankind, and are called upon to make split-second life and death decisions. They also regularly deal with predatory, impulsive, and violent members of society and are expected to put their lives on the line while confronting …

Preparing Police Officers for the Emotional Trauma that Comes with the Job Read More »

Every police station across the country wants to employ the best group of police officers. But being a police officer isn’t easy; yes, it’s a noble job, but it takes a toll both physically and emotionally. A job as taxing as a police officer’s needs to be rewarded with good pay. Back in 2014, police …

How to Become A Police Officer: A Step by Step Guide Read More »

Law enforcement officers are an integral part of society in the US. They are entrusted with the crucial task of policing communities to eradicate crime and ensure a better and safer society. Becoming a Police Officer in the United States According to the latest statistics, there are over 900,000 full-time law enforcement officers reporting for duty in …

Common Mistakes Rookie Police Officers Make and How to Avoid Them Read More »

The thought of pursuing a career in law enforcement usually invokes visuals of car chases and police officers surrounding an abandoned building, negotiating with criminals using a megaphone. Pop culture has a way of glamorizing law enforcement jobs and overlooking the emotions, sacrifices, and all the boring paperwork that come with the job. That’s right, …

What Is the Best Job to Get Before Becoming a Cop? Read More »

If you wish to serve the public interest and job security is among your top priorities, you’re well-suited for a civil service job. These jobs cover a variety of fields and positions—from the opportunity to become a foreign service officer to working in law enforcement— that offer incredible benefits, solid pay, and long-term career stability. …

Mastering the Civil Service Exams Read More »

Apart from the job satisfaction that comes from public service, civil service jobs offer excellent benefits. These include retirement benefits and health and life insurance. Plus, these benefits are portable. Civil service employees work under the local, state and federal government to provide a service to the nation in the form of a Postal Worker, …

Career Planning: Requirements and Qualifications for Civil Service Jobs Read More »