Event Details
Location: National Law Enforcement Museum
Dates: March 18, 2026
Time: 9:30 AM – 3:00 PM
Attendance is free but registration is strongly encouraged.
The Pathways in Criminal Justice Career Fair, in partnership with the National Association of Women Law Enforcement Executives (NAWLEE), the 30×30 Initiative, the Women in Federal Law Enforcement (WIFLE), and the Mid-Atlantic Association of Women in Law Enforcement (MAAWLE), strengthens recruitment and public trust by linking aspiring professionals with agencies serving at every level of law enforcement.
Held during free admission hours, the series removes barriers to entry, inviting the public to explore the Museum, meet officers face-to-face, and learn about the diverse pathways within policing and the criminal justice system.
Through interactive exhibits, career panels, and networking opportunities, attendees gain insight into the breadth of opportunities across federal, state, and local agencies, as well as specialized areas such as corrections, investigations, and campus policing.
Featuring:
- Nicola Smith-Kea, PhD
- Captain Julie Rodriguez, LAPD, and President of NAWLEE
- Mo McGough, J.D.
- Lieut. Diane Goldstein (ret.)
- Catrina M. Bonus, President, Women in Federal Law Enforcement (WIFLE)
- 1st Deputy Chief Monique Brown, Johns Hopkins University Police Department
Participating Departments and Agencies
A wide range of law enforcement agencies and organizations will be exhibiting at the Career Fair. Please see the list below for participating agencies.
- Alexandria Police Department
- Anne Arundel County Police Dept.
- Baltimore County Police Department
- City of Virginia Beach Police Department
- Fairfax County Police Department
- Fairfax County Sheriff’s Office
- Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) – Baltimore
- Federal Bureau of Investigation – Office of Partner Engagement
- Greenbelt Police Department
- Hampton Police Division
- Harford County Sheriff’s Office
- Henrico Police Department
- Metropolitan Police Department (DC)
- Metropolitan Washington Airports Authority
- Montgomery County Police Department
- Montgomery County Sheriff’s Office
- Prince George’s County Police Department
- Prince William County Police Department
- United States Park Police
- and more!
Concurrent Programs in the Theater
9:30am – 10:15am: Coffee and Conversations
An intimate kickoff where current officers share lived experience and honest reflections.
- Why they chose the profession
- Experiences navigating identity and service
- Barriers they face in the field
- Moments that shaped their commitment to serve
10:30am – 12:15pm: Strength in Service: The Legacy of Women in Law Enforcement
Join the National Law Enforcement Officers Fund in the theater for a deep dive into how the National Association for Women Law Enforcement Executives (NAWLEE) it became a national force for equity and reform. Hear stories of early trailblazers, learn about key community and national milestones, and how NAWLEE has strengthened agencies and communities through the decades.
Questions? Email [email protected]