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Why everyone should be a recruiter in public safety

Recruiting has its ups and downs; sometimes we’ve got an applicant pool and sometimes we have an applicant puddle

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In today’s tip, Gordon Graham highlights the importance of recruitment in public safety, stressing that everyone has a role to play in attracting the next generation of professionals. He discusses how showcasing the rewards of the job, maintaining a positive image, and fostering community connections can inspire potential recruits. By embracing this collective responsibility, agencies can address staffing challenges and build a stronger, more resilient workforce.

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Gordon Graham has been actively involved in law enforcement since 1973. He spent nearly 10 years as a very active motorcycle officer while also attending Cal State Long Beach to achieve his teaching credential, USC to do his graduate work in Safety and Systems Management with an emphasis on Risk Management, and Western State University to obtain his law degree. In 1982 he was promoted to sergeant and also admitted to the California State Bar and immediately opened his law offices in Los Angeles.