
Become a Paid Subscriber: podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/pdbackgrounds/subscribe Do you want to pass the background investigation? Retired veteran LAPD background investigator, Ken Roybal will help you navigate the hiring process for police departments in the US and Canada. Let's get you hired!
| Publishes | Twice monthly | Episodes | 189 | Founded | 5 years ago |
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I really can’t begin to tell you how much I appreciate this podcast. I don’t have a mentor in the hiring process so I don’t know where I’d be without you guys. Thank you again.
If you’re thinking of becoming an LEO and you don’t stumble across this podcast, you may already be failing.
Ken is a good man. You can tell he’s genuine and wants to help applicants succeed. And Minerva? She’s the voice every future LEO needs to have in their ear. Easy to listen to, calm, confident, and absolutely someone to look up to whether male or female.
Five stars. Mandatory listening. And seriously, if you don’t find this podcast BEFORE you start the LEO process, maybe consider anothe... more
I love listening to this podcast! Very informative and helpful. Ken, Donovan, Minerva and mean Christine you guys are the best host ever! Thank you everything you do Sirs and Ma’am’s!
So I’ve been listening to you for about a month and I must say I enjoy the content and the info you offer as well as the guests that speak. I’m definitely a fan and although I’m on my on season 2 and more content to listen to I’m all tuned in keep it going.👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾
They were key to landing my state police job and achieving my dream career. Their guidance on background investigations, personal history statements, and interviews was invaluable. The 1-to-1 support gave me the confidence to stand out and overcome the odds. A must-listen for anyone pursuing a law enforcement career
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Focused primarily on the complexities of the police hiring process, the series provides insightful discussions aimed at aspiring law enforcement officers. It covers crucial topics such as the challenges candidates face during background investigations, the significance of integrity within law enforcement recruitment, and the realities surrounding police culture, including issues like substance abuse and mental health. Each episode features guests who share their personal journeys, emphasizing resilience and the determination required to succeed in securing a position in law enforcement.
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