Law Enforcement Officer
Maintain order and protect life and property by enforcing local, tribal, state, or federal laws and ordinances. Perform a combination of the following duties: patrol a specific area; direct traffic; issue traffic summonses; investigate accidents; apprehend and arrest suspects, or serve legal processes of courts. Includes police officers working at educational institutions.
At a Glance
Law Enforcement Officer. Top skills: Investigation, Law Enforcement, Valid Driver's License.
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Parent Occupation (O*NET)
Police and Sheriff's Patrol Officers
Median Wage
$76,290/yr
Growth (2024-34)
+3.1%
Education
High school diploma or equivalent
Skills & Requirements
Specialized Skills (18)
Law Enforcement
Emergency Response
Crime Prevention
Traffic Control
Emergency Medical Services
Physical Fitness
Alarm Devices
Self Defense
Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR)
Door Security
Criminal Corrections
Mental Status Examination
Closed-Circuit Television Systems (CCTV)
Taser
Vehicle Inspection
Traffic Regulations
Personal Injury Law
Evidence Collection
Common Skills (8)
Investigation
Operations
Communication
Management
Customer Service
Report Writing
Research
Certifications (4)
Valid Driver's License
First Aid Certification
Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) Certification
Secret Clearance
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