Law Enforcement
What looks better on a law enforcement resume, non-profit working with volunteers vs security guard?
I have a four year degree in History and an associates in criminal justice. I’ve been going through the hiring process for many different agencies including local, state, and federal. I currently have a job as a traditional security officer, but was offered a job at the local rescue mission running the mail room. The mail room organizes everything to do with the donation letters to be send out and leads volunteers in helping get the work done. I’m not sure which one would look better on a resume for law enforcement.
Both would look good. I would continue your current job because as another poster indicated, employment stability and work history can be very important. Security work is more related to police work. Volunteer work also looks very good on resumes. Consider doing something once a week such as being a big for Big Brothers Big Sisters.
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