About ProFirst Training and Consulting

ProFirst Training and Consulting, LLC is a nationally recognized provider of law enforcement training, pre-employment background investigations, and consulting services. Built on decades of real-world public safety experience, we help police and government agencies to hire better, train background investigators, and operate with greater confidence, compliance, and professionalism.

Our Expertise

Our team is composed of seasoned background investigators, experienced trainers, and command-level law enforcement professionals. Together, we bring a deep understanding of:

Police pre-employment screening
Background investigation standards and compliance
POST requirements
FCRA, ADA, and Title VII guidelines
Training design and delivery
Public safety hiring modernization
Law enforcement background investigations consulting

This blend of investigative knowledge and leadership experience allows us to support agencies with solutions that are practical, defensible, and mission-ready.

Training Section

Our trainers are subject matter experts and certified instructors who will provide quality instruction specifically geared to their students. When you receive training from us, we guarantee the most up-to-date, professional and engaging learning experience. Our instructors are committed to using current best practices and being available to our students long after the class is over.

Law Enforcement Background Investigations

ProFirst's background investigations are conducted by highly skilled and experienced investigators who use the latest technology and tools to gather relevant information. Our investigative techniques are designed to uncover critical details that may be missed by traditional methods, ensuring that only qualified candidates are selected for law enforcement positions.

John Pallas

CEO-Director of Training

John Pallas is a nationally recognized expert in pre-employment background investigations, with more than 27 years of law enforcement experience in California and senior command-level service for the State of Tennessee. As a former Director of Law Enforcement Training and Deputy Chief, John has overseen large-scale hiring initiatives, and as the CEO of ProFirst Training and Consulting he has developed state-approved curriculum in multiple states, and personally conducted and supervised thousands of public safety background investigations with a staff of 38 investigators.

John is an experienced instructor who has trained investigators from local, state, and federal agencies nationwide. His courses are known for being highly practical, engaging, and grounded in real-world investigative experience. Agencies trust John to deliver training that strengthens their hiring decisions, enhances compliance, and elevates the professionalism of their background units.

Deputy Chief John Pallas

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