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whistle, and clipboard. No live ammo will be introduced into
the training environment. Bring civilian clothes for scenarios.

Course Coordinator Length of Course
Floyd Yoder Three days (24 hours)

Recruiting and

Retention For a

New Generation

Who Should Attend
This course is intended for sworn and non-sworn managers
and fi rst-line supervisors who are responsible for directing
recruitment and retention efforts for their agency. Because
all personnel can impact recruitment and retention efforts,
LIMIT 2 STUDENTS PER DEPARTMENT.
managers from all divisions within the agency will benefi t
from this course.
being taught has direct application to other high-threat
situations in public areas as well. Course Description and Objectives
Law enforcement agencies across the nation are facing a
Course Objectives manpower shortage which is reaching critical levels. The
The student will be able to: number of offi cers leaving agencies is increasing and the
➤ Demonstrate the ability to effectively respond to an pool of acceptable applicants to replace them is decreasing.
active shooter utilizing the proper safety techniques and Agency leaders must change recruitment and retention
tactical procedures presented during class. practices to effectively attract and engage contemporary
➤ Using a pre-designed practical skills check-off sheet, employees. At the end of this course, participants will be
demonstrate the ability to provide both positive and able to achieve the following objectives in accordance with
negative feedback concerning student performance and the information presented during the instructional period:
ability in the above listed techniques and procedures. ➤ Identify the three (3) causes of staffi ng shortages for
➤ Design, implement and evaluate safe rapid deployment law enforcement agencies.
exercise scenarios determining role players, functional ➤ Defi ne contemporary employee and identify two (2)
facilities, ammunition, and weapons. positive and two (2) negative work characteristics of
➤ Decipher the legal and philosophical issues concerning these employees.
the rapid deployment model presented in class. ➤ Defi ne branding and explain how an agency can use
➤ Given the course materials, plan, coordinate, and social media, traditional media, and public events to
successfully deliver the Rapid Deployment training brand their agency.
course materials to BLET and/or in-service training ➤ Identify three (3) aspects of a law enforcement career
personnel. which will attract applicants and explain how agencies
can expose potential applicants to their agency.
Methodologies ➤ Explain the role of the Public Information Offi cer,
This course employs lecture, discussion, demonstration and School Resource Offi cer, Specialized Units, and Patrol
practical exercises.
Offi cers in the recruitment process.
Course Requirements ➤ Defi ne disengagement, and identify at least three (3)
Attendance is required at all class sessions. Students must techniques to keep employees engaged.
obtain a score of 80% on a written examination and ➤ List the four (4) steps in evaluating an agency’s
successfully demonstrate profi ciency during the practical recruitment and retention strategy.
exercise and feedback sessions. The fi rst day has a night Course Requirements
session working in the computer lab. The second day 100% Attendance. Successfully complete practical exercises.
involves an evening session for a practical exercise session in
a public school setting. Students must bring duty equipment Course Coordinator Length of Course
which includes weapon, handcuffs, fl ashlight, ballistic vest, Dan Grossi Two days (16 hours)

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