We surveyed 2,077 police officers to better understand the work environment and required skills of a typical police officer. Here are the results.
How much intelligence is required as a police officer?
Low
High
Working as a police officer typically doesn’t require the use of high levels of intelligence in daily tasks.
Can I learn to become a police officer?
Intrinsic Talent
Acquired Talent
A career as a police officer typically depends predominantly on qualities you can gain through experience, with a small aspect of skills you are born with.
Is it easy to get a job as a police officer?
Easy
Hard
It’s typically difficult to find a job as a police officer. If you’re curious about the numbers, check out the job market for police officers.
Do police officers work full-time or part-time?
91% of police officers work in full-time roles while 9% work part-time.