Memphis, TN approves recruiting incentives for new police officers and firefighters with ARPA funds
Memphis, TN Police Officer Firefighter Recruiting Incentives
Local officials sought a competitive edge in a constrained labor market for public safety professionals. New police officers qualify for $15,000 signing bonuses and $10,000 relocation reimbursements, while new firefighters are eligible for $5,000 in each category. Recipients commit to living in Memphis for four years or they repay portions of their bonuses. The incentive program was paired with an expanded marketing effort focused on the city's welcoming environment.
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A City Pairs Relocation Payments With Bonuses to Recruit Police - Route Fifty
Recruiting for public safety jobs can be difficult these days. One locality is offering not only signing bonuses of up to $15,000, but also relocation p...
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Today, Mayor Jim Strickland announced that the City of Memphis is offering a $15,000 sign-on bonus for Memphis Police Department recruits. Other
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Memphis reported 340 new hires received signing bonuses and 60 new hires requested relocation payments in the program's first year.
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