Careers After Law Enforcement

Law enforcement officers exploring the private sector often assume their options are limited, unclear, or completely disconnected from the work they have spent years mastering. In reality, organizations across education, technology, defense, and public safety are actively seeking professionals with policing experience, operational judgment, and credibility. Roles like the Lead Facilitator at the Simon Wiesenthal Center, where officers deliver POST-compliant training and mentor facilitators, or the Associate LER Specialist at Amazon, which bridges law enforcement and corporate legal compliance, show how directly law enforcement skills translate into meaningful civilian careers. Positions like Crisis Management Lead at Anduril Industries further demonstrate how incident command, emergency planning, and decision-making under pressure are not just transferable, but highly valued outside of policing.

The challenge is not a lack of opportunity. The challenge is knowing where to look, how to position yourself, and when to move. Most officers approach the private sector reactively, applying to random roles without a strategy, hoping something sticks. That approach leads to frustration, rejection, or settling for roles far below their true value. The private sector rewards preparation, clarity, and alignment, not just experience.

That is exactly why I built my Private Sector Ops Plan. It is a structured, step-by-step framework designed specifically for law enforcement officers who want to transition with intention, not guesswork. The Ops Plan helps you identify the right roles based on your background, translate your experience into language hiring managers understand, and execute a disciplined job search that mirrors the way successful operations are actually planned and carried out. It is everything I wish I had during my career transition. Here is what you get: 

• A professionally written resume - built to highlight your incredible experience, skills, and value and get you seen by hiring managers.
• A fully custom cover letter - Easily tailored to each application, making your story stand out.
• An optimized LinkedIn profile - designed to attract the attention of recruiters and hiring managers.
• A private coaching call with me - together we’ll build your job-search strategy and target the right employers.
• Lifetime access to the Heroes Academy - our training hub full of video trainings, job-search tools, templates, and resources.
• Lifetime access to the Heroes Community - our private network with weekly live coaching calls, insider job leads, introductions to recruiters, and more. 

Most "career coaches" charge $1,000+ for a professional resume alone.

But I believe in doing things differently. I want to give you more for less. 

Get the Private Sector Ops Plan for just $497! Use code HEROES20 and get an 20% off! Learn more here: Private Sector Ops Plan 

The opportunities below are real-world examples of what becomes possible when you stop “job hunting” and start running a transition like an operation.

1. Job Title: Lead Facilitator, Tolerance Project, Law Enforcement Company: Simon Wiesenthal Center Location: Los Angeles, CA (On-site)

Job Summary: The Simon Wiesenthal Center is seeking a Lead Facilitator to deliver and oversee law enforcement–focused training through its renowned Museum of Tolerance. This role serves as the day-of lead for POST-compliant programs, ensuring high-quality facilitation, consistent curriculum delivery, and alignment with adult experiential learning best practices. The position also mentors and develops external facilitators, supports professional development initiatives, and acts as a key liaison with law enforcement agencies. With its emphasis on dialogue-based learning, ethics, bias awareness, and professional standards, this role is a strong fit for current or former law enforcement officers who have experience in training, instruction, supervision, or leadership. It allows officers to leverage their credibility, communication skills, and understanding of policing culture while making a meaningful impact on professional development and community trust. See job here: https://www.linkedin.com/jobs/view/4359480893

2. Job Title: Law Enforcement Instructor Company: University of Miami (Gordon Center for Research in Medical Education) Location: Miami, FL (On-site)

Job Summary: The University of Miami’s Gordon Center is seeking a part-time Law Enforcement Instructor to support high-impact emergency and tactical training programs serving more than 15,000 learners each year. This role delivers classroom and scenario-based instruction in areas such as active shooter response, terrorism, rescue task force operations, incident command, and tactical emergency casualty care. Instructors work in advanced simulation environments and may help develop lesson plans, coordinate guest instructors, and support large-scale training exercises. This is an excellent fit for current or former law enforcement officers, particularly those with SWAT, tactical, or instructor backgrounds, who want to continue teaching and shaping the next generation of first responders. The position allows officers to directly apply real-world experience in a respected academic and medical training environment while maintaining flexibility through part-time work. See job here: https://www.linkedin.com/jobs/view/4346685067

3. Job Title: Associate LER Specialist, Law Enforcement Response Team Company: Amazon Location: Seattle, WA (On-site)

Job Summary: Amazon is hiring an Associate LER Specialist to support its Law Enforcement Response Team, serving as a critical link between global law enforcement agencies and Amazon’s commitment to customer privacy and data security. This role evaluates and processes subpoenas, search warrants, and other legal requests while balancing urgent, time-sensitive priorities and strict compliance standards. Specialists work closely with internal business teams and domestic and international law enforcement partners, requiring strong judgment, attention to detail, and professional communication. This position is a strong fit for current or former law enforcement officers due to its reliance on criminal justice knowledge, experience handling legal process, and comfort operating under pressure. It offers officers a direct pathway into a major tech company where investigative experience, discretion, and decision-making skills translate seamlessly into a private-sector role. See job here: https://www.linkedin.com/jobs/view/4365461257

4. Job Title: Crisis Management Lead Company: Anduril Industries Location: Washington, DC (On-site)

Job Summary: Anduril Industries is seeking a Crisis Management Lead to support emergency preparedness and response efforts within its fast-growing defense technology environment. This role helps develop and maintain Emergency Response Plans and Emergency Action Plans, supports training and tabletop exercises, and assists with real-time incident coordination during critical events. The position works closely with security, facilities, legal, HR, and leadership to ensure safety, continuity of operations, and regulatory compliance. This is a strong fit for law enforcement officers and public safety professionals with experience in incident command, emergency management, critical incident response, or operational planning. It allows officers to translate crisis leadership, risk assessment, and decision-making skills into a mission-driven private-sector role supporting national security and advanced technology operations. See job here: https://www.linkedin.com/jobs/view/4363835112

5. Job Title: Law Enforcement Liaison Manager (Fleet Security Adviser) Company: Aquent Talent Location: Austin or Houston, TX (On-site)

Job Summary: Aquent Talent is seeking a Law Enforcement Liaison Manager to support a cutting-edge autonomous vehicle company by serving as the primary bridge between fleet operations and local public safety agencies. This contract role focuses on building and maintaining senior-level law enforcement relationships, overseeing incident and crash investigations, and ensuring rapid, coordinated responses to operational issues. The position also leads first responder training, adapts security policies to local jurisdictions, and supports expansion into new markets. This is an excellent fit for experienced or recently retired law enforcement leaders with command-level experience, deep local agency knowledge, and strong political and professional networks. It offers a high-impact opportunity to leverage decades of policing experience in a well-compensated private-sector role at the intersection of public safety and emerging technology. See job here: https://www.linkedin.com/jobs/view/4354741396

6. Job Title: Law Enforcement Advisor Company: Peraton Location: McLean, VA (On-site)

Job Summary: Peraton is seeking a Law Enforcement Advisor to support a national security customer through advanced intelligence and information-sharing initiatives. This role advises government stakeholders on state, local, tribal, and private-sector law enforcement engagement while strengthening coordination across federal and intelligence community partners. The position focuses on fusion center operations, interagency collaboration, policy compliance, and advancing the National Strategy for Information Sharing and Safeguarding. This is a strong fit for senior law enforcement leaders with extensive experience in intelligence, domestic engagement, and executive-level coordination. It offers a high-level transition opportunity for seasoned officers who want to apply their operational, leadership, and information-sharing expertise directly to the national security mission. See job here: https://www.linkedin.com/jobs/view/4360806862

7. Job Title: District Safety Manager Company: W.O. Grubb Crane Rental Location: Richmond, VA (On-site)

Job Summary: W.O. Grubb Crane Rental is seeking a District Safety Manager to oversee safety compliance and training across its Mid-Atlantic operations. This role is responsible for OSHA and regulatory compliance, conducting audits, leading employee safety training, and investigating accidents and incidents to identify root causes and corrective actions. The position works closely with branch managers and corporate leadership to improve safety performance and maintain a hazard-free work environment. This is a strong fit for law enforcement officers and supervisors with experience in investigations, risk assessment, compliance, and workplace safety oversight. It offers a direct transition into a private-sector leadership role where attention to detail, accountability, and incident response experience are highly valued. See job here: https://www.linkedin.com/jobs/view/4363616024

8. Job Title: Engagement Manager Company: Axon Location: Los Angeles Metropolitan Area (Remote within the U.S.)

Job Summary: Axon is seeking an Engagement Manager to support public safety agencies using the Prepared by Axon platform, an AI-powered emergency communications solution transforming 911 operations nationwide. This role partners closely with agencies to understand their workflows, deliver hands-on training, and ensure successful adoption of the platform across all roles within an organization. The position also serves as a customer advocate, collaborating with product, engineering, and support teams to resolve issues and continuously improve the user experience. This is an excellent fit for law enforcement and public safety professionals with experience in emergency communications, dispatch, or operations who want to remain closely connected to the mission of protecting life. It offers a meaningful transition into the public safety technology space where operational credibility, communication skills, and customer-focused leadership are critical. See job here: https://www.linkedin.com/jobs/view/4363551097

Remember to check out the Private Sector Ops Plan here: Private Sector Ops Plan

Stay safe, Heroes!

Colin