Every police agency's culture is different. Department visits are one way of getting acquainted with that culture and determining if you'll fit in.
Seeing the appearance of police buildings and equipment also shows if the agency takes pride in its work. If you're satisfied by the results, scheduling an appointment with a recruiter is the next step. A recruiter can provide crucial details of conditions for employment, such as educational and physical requirements that recruits must meet. Riding with a police officer offers the most realistic exposure to police work realities.
Many departments offer ride-along programs for that purpose. For example, the Minnesota State Patrol's ride-along program is specifically for those considering a career as a state trooper.
Cops must be able to quickly observe and assess a situation and make decisions. Police officers need to be flexible and adaptable. They must react to individual situations as they develop. Can you put yourself in a constant state of mental alertness in which you're always looking around and being aware of your surroundings? Police officers must have absolute and total control of their temper.
They must remain calm when facing a storm of verbal and physical abuse when others lose their tempers. The goal is to navigate these turbulent waters and find a way to resolve conflict. Are you the type of person that can maintain self-control and find ways to manage explosive confrontations? Add in attractive benefits and retirement packages and you'll find that police officers are well compensated.
If you begin your career at age 20, you could retire by age 45 with 25 years of service and have time left to pursue a second career. However, the average police officer salary varies widely by state. Do you value the process of building a career in law enforcement that could lead to a stable financial future for yourself and your family? As you can see, this job is far from easy. But people who understand the responsibility of role can find a career as a police officer deeply satisfying.
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