Police and Sheriff's Patrol Officers
Executing law enforcement duties at Navy installations, ships, and facilities provides directly related experience for civilian patrol work.
How to prepare: Contact a target agency's recruiting office to compare your background with its entry standards and academy process. Most officers must complete an agency academy and on-the-job training; education requirements range from high school equivalency to a degree, candidates usually must be at least 21 and meet rigorous physical and personal qualifications, and citizenship requirements vary by jurisdiction.
What the civilian work involves
- Provide for public safety by maintaining order, responding to emergencies, protecting people and property, enforcing motor vehicle and criminal laws, and promoting good community relations.
- Record facts to prepare reports that document incidents and activities.
Civilian tools and software (examples)
- Microsoft Word