What to expect in your first three months on the job — navigating the chain of command, building your skill set, and earning the trust of the detectives you work with.
The first 90 days on the job are where classroom and academy training meet the reality of actual scenes, actual pressure, and actual working relationships with detectives who don't yet know if they can trust you. This guide covers that specific transition.
Inside: navigating the chain of command and agency culture as a new hire, the supervised progression from small scenes to solo major-case response, building genuine trust and credibility with the detectives you'll work alongside, and realistic expectations for the learning curve.
Includes 6 fill-in worksheets and self-assessments (print version), AI-powered prompts at the end of every chapter, and clickable links to Claude and ChatGPT in the digital version. Available in print (8.5×11, binder-ready) and digital (6×9, phone-optimized) formats. Instant download after purchase.
What to expect in your first three months on the job — navigating the chain of command, building your skill set, and earning the trust of the detectives you work with.