Apply Online. These two words have become the standard for employers throughout the world. Many of our nation’s largest law enforcement agencies now use a direct application process. It is built into their websites or provided through a third-party site. Does yours?
In the growing age of technology, filling out forms the old-fashioned way is becoming a thing of the past and for a good reason. It’s more convenient for businesses and employers to gather and store information electronically, rather than shuffling through stacks of paperwork.
Online applications eliminate errors and unintentional omissions that occur on paper forms, sometimes removing qualified candidates over a simple mistake, one that was not an intentional act of deception.
A lot of small and mid-size police departments are hanging on to the paper application process. Cost and fear of change are two significant factors that dictate remaining within the status quo. Or it may just be the old “if it ain’t broke, don’t fix it” adage.
Developing an online job portal for a small agency is out of the question, unless you’re a police chief with an unlimited budget. It’s too cost prohibitive to justify the limited hiring that takes place. Using a third-party job site is always an option, but mysteries often surround the price tag. These sites force you to call or email to get pricing information, which is a good sign it won’t be cheap.
LEAD™ offers all agencies the tools to advertise their positions and facilitates a direct “Apply Online” process. Small agencies (1–24 sworn personnel) will pay only $879.00 per year and have access to this feature, including the other unique features not offered by standard employment sites. We also allow interested organizations and schools to register and receive your advertisements, which they can share with potential candidates.
Transition into a new era of recruitment. It’s more affordable than you may have thought, and it’s not just for large agencies.
