Law enforcement meets coaching
Caisee Sandusky is a school resource officer in North Dakota who loves getting the chance to work with students. So much so, she decided to take on a second job […] Read More
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How to retire angry
You’ve got years in this pursuit — don’t let your investment slip away
Reflecting on all the changes this job has molded into your life and character, most of you see it as a net plus. Sure, there are some minuses, but still […] Read More
Transparency in policing: The key to building and keeping the community’s trust
Police agencies can be secretive and mysterious. They have their own culture, and have even been known to practice peculiar initiation rites, indulge in unique forms of dress that separate […] Read More
Departments search for diversity
Women and people of color remain underrepresented in law enforcement
A lot of cops can point to childhood events that motivated them to pursue a career in law enforcement. Typically, it was some kind of positive interaction with an officer, […] Read More
Why community solidarity matters
Law enforcement must not lose focus on building strong relationships with all of our communities
The city of Seaside, located on the central California coast, has a population of about 34,000. This small town once had a reputation for being impacted by gang violence and […] Read More
How to lead a top-notch team
Advice for new sergeants
Most new sergeants attend a basic supervisor class, but I’ve never seen a “how to be a good sergeant” course. If you’re lucky, some of the old guard might be […] Read More
