Police and Sheriff's Patrol Officers protect lives and property.
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- Police and Sheriff's Patrol Officers
Law, Public Safety, Corrections and Security
What do they typically do
- Obtain warrants, locate suspects, and arrest them
- Enforce motor vehicle and criminal laws
- Prepare cases and testify in court
- Patrol assigned areas on foot, horseback, or motorized transportation, responding promptly to calls for help
- Write detailed reports and fill out forms
- Respond to emergency and non-emergency calls and provide first aid for physical injuries if necessary
- Review facts of incidents to decide if criminal acts or statute violations were involved
- Maintain order; protect people and property; and promote good community relations
Number of Jobs
Average Annual
Job Growth +2.0%
Job Openings 37
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Education & Training
- Education Most occupations require training in vocational schools, related on-the-job experience, or an associate's degree.Associated Programs or MajorsLicense
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