The Long Wait: How to Keep Candidates Engaged During the Background Investigation
The background investigation is the unavoidable bottleneck of public safety hiring. It is thorough, invasive, and time-consuming. It frequently takes […]
Recruiting
Failing Before They Start: How to Stop Losing Candidates to the Physical Agility Test
There is a massive disconnect in modern public safety recruiting. We use digital ads to attract a generation that spends
The “Other” Staffing Crisis: Why You Can’t Find (or Keep) 911 Dispatchers
Headlines across the country focus on the shortage of police officers on the street and firefighters in the station. Yet,
How Amazon Can Help Police Recruiting
After hundreds of recruiting campaigns for first responders and meeting multiple recruiting teams a week, we’ve seen just about everything
The Essentials For Police Recruiting
Welcome to our three part dive into the crucial elements that ensure success in law enforcement recruiting. Whether you’re a
Stop Wasting Badges: Why Your Lead Recruiter May Not Be a Sergeant
In many law enforcement and fire agencies, the “Recruiting Unit” consists of a sergeant or lieutenant near retirement, or an
Challenging Recruiting Norms With Philadelphia PD
Law enforcement agencies face unique challenges when it comes to recruiting new officers. When Philadelphia Police Captain John Walker contacted
Analyzing Pittsburgh Police: Can Recruiting Be Solved?
The issue of police staffing has become a pressing concern across the nation and we continue to hear about significant
How to Convince City Council to Fund Your Recruiting Budget
You know your agency needs modern recruiting software and a marketing budget to compete. But walking into a city council
‘Fit To Protect’ Empowers Agencies
SAFEGUARD Recruiting has partnered with Adam Boyd, a renowned expert in fitness, to empower agencies in ensuring that police candidates