Select a law enforcement agency in which you are interested.

Locate officer-recruitment and selection-process information on your selected agency.

Write a 1,000 word essay in which you describe the recruitment and selection process of a police agency in your area. Choose a police department in your area as a model.

Select a law enforcement agency in which you are interested.

Locate officer-recruitment and selection-process information on your selected agency.

Write each of these topics (below) as a (sub-header) in your paper followed by the answer. The sub-header will be written (verbatim), centered and in boldface.

Sub-Headers

1) What are the minimum requirements needed in applying as a police officer?

2) What are the steps an individual needs to complete in the hiring process?

3) How much training and what are the major training components do officers receive?

4) Are there any career development programs for officers seeking promotions or transfers to detectives?