Career Research:

Police and Detectives

By Josh Mitchell

Police and Detectives

Police and Detectives are law enforcement

officers that devote their lives to the
intervention and prevention of criminal
activities.

Duties
Respond to emergency and non-emergency
calls
Obtain warrants and arrest suspects
Investigate crimes
Collect evidence from crime scenes

Work Environment
Police and detectives work in full time
shifts to provide security for the community.
They have one of the highest job-risks of
injuries. Working in law enforcement can be
stressful and very physically active.

Education Requirements
High school education or GED
Sometimes requires college experience
Usually requires additional academy
training

Salary
$74,300 for detectives and criminal
investigators
$55,270 for police and sheriffs patrol
officers
The median annual wage for police and
detectives was $56,980 in 2012

Job Outlook

Police and Detectives is expected to grow

5% from 2012 to 2022

Similar Occupations
Private Investigator
Corrections Officer
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Job Opening
Police Lieutenant
Full Time
Baltimore, MD
Pay not specified
Posted on 1/30/15
University of Maryland, Baltimore

Job
Description/Requirements
The University of Maryland in Baltimore is
hiring police lieutenants to assist and
oversee law enforcement on campus
Must have 4 years experience as a certified
Police Officer