Special Weapons and Tactics Officer (SWAT Officer) Career

*A job as a Special Weapons and Tactics Officer (SWAT Officer) falls under the broader career category of First-Line Supervisors of Police and Detectives. The information on this page will generally apply to all careers in this category but may not specifically apply to this career title.

Job Description for First-Line Supervisors of Police and Detectives : Directly supervise and coordinate activities of members of police force.


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First-Line Supervisors of Police and Detective Career

Required Education



High School Diploma usually needed for this career