Doug Larsen and Travis Yates from SAFEGUARD Recruiting unpack the biggest issues facing law enforcement recruiting today and why many agencies confuse mentoring with actual recruiting. He explains the difference between relationship-building and process-driven outreach, and how assigning specific roles can streamline success. With tips on communication, automation, and nurturing candidates through the funnel, this episode offers a clear path to recruiting smarter. Whether you’re in the field or behind the scenes, this conversation is a must-listen for modern recruiters.
Police Recruiting: Mentor vs. Recruiter
More Podcasts
Recruiting for public safety is not a checkbox assignment you hand to the next person who is available. Over the past decade, we’ve seen departments civilianize many support functions, including policy management, media relations, and data analysis, for effectiveness and efficiency. When recruiting is treated as “extra duty,” agencies lose
Few understand the law enforcement profession or the recruiting crisis more than Banning Sweatland. A law enforcement professional and military veteran, Banning discusses all things leadership, recruiting, and retention with Travis Yates and SAFEGUARD Recruiting.
SAFEGUARD Recruiting is dedicated to recruiting first responders and in the latest podcast, Doug Larsen and Travis Yates discuss the importance of a department's website and how that can translate to more applicants and hires.