Police Officer

By Ricardo Garza

Police Officer

Job
Description
Police officers are responsible for
enforcing the law. A police officers
typical day is usually less exciting and
less dangerous than how it is portrayed
on tv.

Police Officer

Working
Conditions

Most police officers work for local governments.

The rest work for state or federal police agencies.

Police Officer

Earnings
Most police officers work full-time and receive an annual
salary. Salaries vary widely, depending on seniority, rank,
experience, level of education, and geographic location

Police Officer

Education
Although exact requirements vary
across the country, most police forces
have similar standards for applicants.

Police Officer

Sample Career
Path

Earnings: $30,000 to $45.000 a year

Requirements: meet basic recruitments, including passing
physical written exams.
High school diploma
Preferably college education (required by some police

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