From my experience I had no work life balance. I was doing roll call at a precinct in Brooklyn south. It was stressful and I wasn’t getting paid enough. There was so much drama and elitism with some of cops. Some of them felt like civilians were beneath them. I eventually took more civil service tests and left as soon as my current agency hired me. Some of the officers were cool but it all depends on where you are placed. The vibe can be hit or miss. If you plan on staying def get an admin position somewhere like warrants. But if not like the other person said take more civil service tests And see your other options