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Police Officer

As a police officer, your experience in law enforcement, leadership under pressure, and community engagement opens the door to a wide range of public service, safety, and investigative careers. Depending on your years of service and education, you can transition into roles in criminal justice, government administration, or specialized federal agencies. Some paths may require an associate or bachelor’s degree in criminal justice, public administration, or a related field—but many build directly on your law enforcement experience.

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0–1 Years of Experience

  • Security Guard – $32k–$45k

  • Parking Enforcement Officer – $35k–$50k

  • Court Services Officer – $38k–$55k

  • Code Enforcement Officer – $40k–$58k

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1–3 Years of Experience

  • Probation Officer – $50k–$72k

  • Correctional Officer – $48k–$68k

  • Evidence Technician – $45k–$65k

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3–7 Years of Experience

  • Detective / Investigator – $65k–$90k

  • Internal Affairs Analyst – $60k–$85k

  • Crime Scene Investigator – $55k–$80k

  • Training Officer – $65k–$90k

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7+ Years of Experience

  • Police Chief / Deputy Chief – $100k–$150k+

  • Emergency Management Director – $95k–$135k

  • City Safety or Security Administrator – $95k–$140k

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