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Research has found that a lack of affordable childcare is one of the major impediments to hiring and retaining officers
Jeff Rhinerson will support court security officers in upholding the safety and integrity of the Judicial Center in his role as a court security assistant
Several northeast Ohio departments will continue to screen for marijuana, as the law permits employers to bar applicants who use it
The department has responded to nearly 2,000 calls about social gatherings during a time when 14% of officers are quarantined due to the COVID-19 pandemic
The NMSP will host a Facebook Live event to answer questions about the department and the application process
The COVID-19 “Heroes Fund” would increase pay for first responders and other essential employees by $13 per hour
First responders who are infected or quarantined will be covered under the presumption COVID-19 is a duty-related illness
Several local governments have implemented hazard pay and stipends for first responders and other front-line workers during the COVID-19 pandemic
More than 500 police officers statewide have tested positive for the coronavirus, prompting departments to hire special officers and train military police
Total cessation of hiring during this national emergency is shortsighted, and possibly a grave mistake
Each employee eligible for hazard pay will receive a 5% raise based on their base salary
While I was prepared for the next chapter in my life, I did not realize how much I would miss the people I worked with
Officials are considering increasing pay for first responders and other front-line workers during the COVID-19 pandemic