“The recruitment of police officers is a problem nationwide. And it’s just not exclusive to the Port of Seattle. So, the question then becomes, how do we improve that? '
From left, Eric Sano, Captain, Seattle Police Department and Michael Villa, Deputy Chief, Acting Chief, Port of Seattle Police DepartmentThe search for the Port of Seattle’s next police chief has been narrowed to two candidates: Interim Chief Michael Villa and Seattle Police Department Captain Eric Sano.
One of the critical topics discussed was the ongoing staffing crisis police departments face in Washington. Over the last two years, SPD has lost approximately a quarter of its officers. The city has hired 13 officers through March of this year, while 43 have resigned. Sano highlights three tentpoles he would focus on as Police Chief — talent development, employee recognition, and port experience. Sano also stressed the importance of diversity and treating all officers with respect, equity, and dignity.
Villa used his platform to state his plan to hire and retain officers with his four pillars for recruitment: competitiveness, marketing, retention, and long-term goals.
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