Torrance, CA addresses shortage of police officers with Recruitment and Retention Incentive Pilot

Torrance, CA Police Recruitment Retention Incentive Pilot

City officials approved the program in search of new recruits for 40 officer vacancies with the Torrance Police Department. Ten newly hired officers will receive $1,000 per month for child care and $1,000 per month for housing over their first two years of employment. This pilot also offers double pay for overtime shifts by all officers instead of the standard time-and-a-half. Torrance also created a ride-along program for interested college students as a new talent pipeline.

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Torrance, CA

Municipality in California

United States