The Essential Data for Successful Police Recruiting
Recruiting for police departments is a complex task that requires a deep understanding of data. Today, we dive into the critical information needed to ensure successful recruiting campaigns. Doug Larsen, the CEO of SAFEGUARD Recruiting, shares insights on how to effectively gather and utilize this data for better results. Understanding the Recruiting Process Before launching […]
The Role of Video in Law Enforcement Recruiting
In today’s competitive landscape for law enforcement recruitment, agencies are constantly looking for innovative strategies to attract candidates. One of the most discussed tools in this effort is video. While many agencies have embraced video as a key component of their recruiting strategy, the effectiveness of this medium as a lead generator is often questioned. […]
Effective Recruiting Strategies for Law Enforcement Agencies
Recruiting for law enforcement agencies has become increasingly challenging in recent years. The landscape is evolving, and agencies must adapt their strategies to attract and retain qualified candidates. In this article, we will explore the nuances of recruiting in law enforcement, the role of video in recruitment, and the importance of effective communication throughout the […]
Referral Programs Can Transform Your Police Hiring Strategy
Recruiting top-tier candidates for law enforcement roles is tougher than ever in today’s competitive hiring landscape. Police departments need to find individuals who are not only qualified but who also align with the core values and mission of their agency. Traditional hiring methods, like job postings and recruitment fairs, often fail to deliver recruits who […]
Innovative Strategies for Police Recruitment
As police departments across the nation face unprecedented challenges in recruitment, innovative strategies are essential for attracting qualified candidates. The Current Landscape of Police Recruitment Recruitment in law enforcement has evolved significantly over the years. Recent events, societal changes, and increasing public scrutiny have made the job less appealing to potential candidates. In light of […]
The Pitfalls and Solutions of Police Recruiting
Recruiting in law enforcement has become an increasingly challenging task. As agencies face staffing shortages, it’s essential to understand effective recruiting strategies and the common pitfalls to avoid. Here is a comprehensive look at both. Top Recruiting Pitfalls Over-Reliance on Traditional Marketing: Many agencies waste resources on flashy videos and websites that don’t translate into […]
Leverage Technology To Improve Your Police Recruiting
Law enforcement recruiting has certainly changed ion recent years and along with those changes comes technological advances. Early on, SAFEGUARD Recruiting discovered that many of their clients were tracking candidates and applicants using spreadsheets and even a white board and when the recruiting campaigns of those clients rose significantly, there was a lot of frustration […]
Supercharge Your Recruiting With A Referral Program
“We’re here to work with the departments and help them get staffed as easily as we can.” – Doug Larsen Doug Larsen, the CEO of SAFEGUARD Recruiting, doesn’t mix words when he asked who the best recruiters are for a law enforcement agency. Without hesitation, he says the agency. That may sound strange coming from […]
Organizational Changes That Supercharge Police Recruiting
Modernize Your Recruiting Recruiting for law enforcement and first responder positions has evolved significantly. In the past, police recruiters had candidates come straight to them, but things have changed and you need to adapt to the new landscape. To hire the best candidates today, you must embrace digital recruiting, employer branding, and targeted lead generation. […]
Police Recruiting Show: Recruiter vs. Mentor
Doug Larson from SAFEGUARD Recruiting shares insights on law enforcement recruiting, mentor vs. recruiter roles, and optimizing the recruitment process. Join the conversation and share your thoughts! Traditional vs. Modern Recruiting The discussion begins by distinguishing traditional law enforcement recruiting from modern recruiting practices in the private sector. Traditional recruiting focused on receiving and processing […]
