Police Recruitment
Keep these concepts in mind to help build and sustain the staffing levels you need
Intense de-escalation and trauma training prepare the next generation of officers for the realities of the job
By reminding viewers that every officer was once a child with a dream, the Eau Claire Police Department is inspiring both future applicants and those already wearing the badge
Officer Dack Thompson completed the 585-hour program to meet dual-role requirements in Rohnert Park’s consolidated police-fire department
Jordan Wilmore thought his dream of being a Texas peace officer was over after a 69 on his state exam. Then he got a FaceTime call from the “Big Diesel”
The agency’s recruitment efforts included outsourcing applicant background checks and highlighting flexible work assignments and opportunities for advancement in its marketing campaigns
City leaders credit proactive enforcement and new tech tools for crime reductions and a dramatic boost in recruitment numbers
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After years on the gridiron, three former NFL players bring their discipline, leadership and teamwork to new careers in law enforcement across their hometown communities
“This milestone does not happen by accident; it’s the direct result of a historic number of people answering the call to serve our city,” Commissioner Jessica Tisch stated
Violent crime is down 19% in Prince George’s County, and property crime has decreased 15% compared to 2024; the county also welcomed its largest recruit class in a decade
Troopers have increased visits to local gyms, military bases and colleges with hopes of recruiting young officers to fill the ranks after experienced troopers retire
The new agreement means recruits can earn a starting salary of nearly $120,000 with escalations after six months, a nearly 13% bump from last year
Faced with historic staffing shortages, the San Francisco Police Department is overhauling everything from testing speed to academy prep to build a modern recruitment pipeline
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The HPD investigative report recommended housing stipends, as the cost of living in the area was one of the most frequently cited reasons applicants dropped out of the recruitment process
In 2024, one more officer joined the Seattle PD than left it, marking a net gain of officers for the first time since 2019; the recruitment boost follows pay increases and bonuses
The Wayne County Sheriff’s Office and Troy PD turned to podcasters and influencers to connect with younger applicants — a strategy that’s showing signs of success
NYPD
If passed, the Didarul Islam Police Recruitment Act will give a pension boost to cops who first served in other city agencies before going into the Police Academy
About 25% of LVMPD positions are paid for by the tax, which was set to expire in 2027; the Clark County Coummission and the Las Vegas City Council voted to extend it until 2057
California averages 2 officers per 1,000 residents — nearly half the national rate, according to the Peace Officers Research Association of California
The Vallejo Police Department has been critically understaffed for years, causing the city to declare the emergency in 2023
Fort Worth PD recruitment campaign sparks conversation about what ‘support’ really means to police officers
The deal includes a 2% pay raise, gym access, workout time during shifts and performance evaluations aimed at enhancing transparency and accountability
Former wide receiver Laveranues Coles joins a group of nine former NFL players who serve at the Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office, including former linebacker Jeff Kopp, now a detective
Utah Valley University is in the process of hiring eight more campus police officers and two new safety managers who will help coordinate security for future events on campus
From staffing to stress, supervisors face it all — share the toughest challenge your frontline leaders are navigating right now
Departments that remove barriers and invest in women officers are finding measurable gains in recruitment, retention and community trust
Staffing shortages and burnout cut deepest when agencies neglect their people; leaders who prioritize wellness and mentorship protect both officers and mission
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