I want to become a professional police officer

Self assessment

Over my career I made a conscious effort to frequently self-assess and make changes where
needed to ensure I could walk away from law enforcement happy, healthy and prepared for the
rest of my life. Here are three areas of self-assessment officers can focus

Career exploration

Police officers perform various duties, including keeping residents safe, maintaining detailed
records, and testifying in court against criminal suspects. Common law enforcement duties also
include patrolling assigned areas, conducting traffic stops, observing a suspect's activity,
making arrests, and preparing cases.

Decision making

Police discretion examples include an officer's decision whether or not to draw their weapon, to
make an arrest, to issue a traffic ticket, to perform a search on a suspect, or to stop and assist
someone in need of help.