The 2009 National Law Enforcement Recruitment, Retention and Diversity Summit

1. May 12-13, 2009 | Washington, DC
The 2009 National Law Enforcement Recruitment, Retention and Diversity May 13, 2009
Summit
Optional Post-Conference Workshop
The 2009 National
Law Enforcement Recruitment,
Retention and Diversity Summit
Recruiting and Retaining a Diverse and Talented Workforce for Law Enforcement
You Will Learn How to:
Equip Yourself and Your Agency with Tested Understand Legal Liabilities Associated with the
Retention Strategies Hiring Process
Guarantee that your agency establishes adequate training Avoid potential employer risks and legal liabilities when
and succession planning to retain your best employees hiring new employees and officers
Improve Your Recruiting Process to Discover
Collaborate with Community Partners to Enhance
Top Talent
Your Applicant Pool
Innovate a recruiting plan to attract talented, diverse
Promote private and public relationships to market your
and dedicated applicants
department and engage qualified applicants
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2. The 2009 National Law Enforcement Recruitment, Retention and Diversity Summit
Who Day One: Tuesday, May 12, 2009
Should Attend: 8:30
Conference Registration & Continental Breakfast
• Police Chiefs 9:00
• Deputy Chiefs
Keynote Address: Innovative Strategies in the Current Economy
• Sheriff Offices to Improve Recruitment and Retention for Law Enforcement
• Human Resource Directors The economic environment has altered the applicant pool and has forced agencies to be
more precise in their recruitment and retention practices. Hear the latest perspectives on
• Recruiters
improving law enforcement efforts and strategies in a declining economy to attract the most
• Strategic Planners qualified candidates. Examine new developments to:
• Training Personnel • Align your innovative recruitment and retention initiatives to satisfy your budget
• Reorganize your department to meet budgetary requirements
• Law Enforcement Managers
• Leverage community partnerships to support and extend the reach of innovative initiatives
• Administrative Staff
• Promote short term recruitment campaigns as part of more comprehensive
• Professional Standards Staff longer term strategies
…and anyone involved in human Robert Kanaski
Assistant Chief
resources for law enforcement
San Diego Police Department
10:00
Reasons Analyze Changing Shifts in Applicant Pool to Recruit Effectively
• Understand the changing trends in your applicant pool to anticipate their demands
to Attend: • Utilize retirees in a new capacity in your department
• Offer and market on-the-job training during your recruitment process to appeal
to a diverse workforce
1. Acquire Proven Best Practices for Sgt. Jeff Church (Ret.), Reno Police Department,
Recruitment, Selection and Hiring Principal, Diversity Recruitment Specialists
2. Develop and Implement Effective
Succession Planning 11:00
Break & Refreshments
3. Enhance Your Marketing Strategy
to Attract Top Talent
11:15
4. Improve Accountability and Build and Implement a Diversity Workforce Recruitment Plan and
Departmental Performance
Revitalize Your Selection Process
5. Reduce Liability and Enhance • Examine and improve current personality and assessment methods
Management of Sensitive Issues • Explore the pros and cons of various tactics, such as structural panel interviews and
their addition to the application process
• Ensure your agency’s selection process attracts high quality and diverse applicants
Sgt. Barry Denton
Louisville Police Department
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Answering Day One: Tuesday, May 12, 2009, Continued
12:15
the Call Lunch Break
1:15
Re-evaluate and Expedite the Recruiting Process
• Implement an efficient recruiting process that ensures quality applicants
The Law Enforcement Development are interviewed
Center has teamed up with The Police
• Craft a recruiting process to keep the applicant excited and engaged with
Policy Studies Council to create
your department
Answering the Call, a quarterly journal
• Advocate speed and quality when recruiting applicants to ensure a ‘yes’ from a
for law enforcement and first responders.
potential new hire
Answering the Call provides an in-depth
Robert Kanaski
look at today’s hottest issues, including
Assistant Chief
law enforcement management,
San Diego Police Department
emergency preparedness, use of force,
funding and grants, technological
innovations, and more!
2:15
To download the latest issue of Answering Break & Refreshments
the Call, please visit
www.PerformanceWeb.org/ATC
2:30
Boost Veteran and Military Applicants to Increase Your
Departmental Capacity
• Market your agency to military recruits with positive comparisons
• Create and maintain contact with prospective recruits while they are still in
the service
• Benefit from training and discipline provided by military service
Sgt. Barry Denton
WINTER 2008
A QUARTERLY JOURNAL FOR LAW ENFORCEMENT
Louisville Police Department
& FIRST RESPONDERS
Presented by The Performance Institute and The Police Policy Studies Council
3:30
Effective Strategies to Increase the Number of Sworn Female and
Minority Officers
Featuring
• Collaborate on cutting-edge recruiting strategies for targeting women and
minorities in your community
• Identify effective retention and development procedures to propel women and
minorities into leadership roles
• Market incentives that will attract minorities and women to your applicant pool
LAW ENFORCEMENT MANAGEMENT USE OF FORCE HOMELAND SECURITY FUNDING
SEX OFFENDER MANAGEMENT NARCOTICS EMERGENCY PREPAREDNESS
Answering the Call Winter TECHNOLOGY 1
2008
Sgt. Ron Files
Arlington County Police Department
4:30
Adjourn
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4. The 2009 National Law Enforcement Recruitment, Retention and Diversity Summit
Day Two: Wednesday, May 13, 2009
8:30
Continental Breakfast
The 2009 National Law 9:00
Enforcement Recruitment,
Keynote Address: Implement Mentoring Programs at the
Retention and Diversity Summit
Growing Stages of New Employees to Improve Retention
will be held this year May 11-
Mentoring programs are an effective way to help and guide new recruits. By instituting
13, 2009 during Police Week. training and mentoring programs early on, you can assist new employees in identifying
First started in 1962, May 15 future expectations and prepare them for greater responsibilities. These types of programs
will enhance learning and amplify job growth.
is now known as Peace Officers
• Foster and encourage a constructive dialogue between new hires and
Memorial Day and the week in
seasoned officers
which it falls is National Police • Provide professional development to enhance learning in the workplace
Week. Join The Performance • Create a mentorship program to develop employee learning and
understanding of different job functions
Institute and other law
Dr. Frank A. Colaprete
enforcement officers from around
Adjunct Professor, Keuka College;
the country who participate in
Lead Consultant, Justice Systems Solutions, LLC
this unique event.
10:00
Break & Refreshments
10:15
Promote Your Agency through Proven Advertising Techniques
• Market new departmental initiatives showcasing growth potential
• Ensure your marketing activities are tailored to fit your specific agency diversity
needs
• Study recruitment methods including advertising campaigns, career fairs and
successful community initiatives
Sgt. Barry Denton
Louisville Police Department
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5. The 2009 National Law Enforcement Recruitment, Retention and Diversity Summit
Day Two: Wednesday, May 13, 2009, Continued
11:00
Examine the Importance of Selective Recruiting and Thorough
“Great info. Very Training to Avoid Liability and Litigation
Useful. Made me • Examine why diversity hiring and officer retention is an ever-changing area of hu-
man capital management
• Follow legal guidelines when selecting and hiring for your agency
think outside • Establish the latest training programs to reduce allegations and litigation
Sharon E. Pandak
the box!” Greehan, Taves, Pandak & Stoner, PLLC
Danielle Woodward, Personnel
Director, City of Owensboro, 11:15
Kentucky Police Department
Closing Keynote: Build Powerful Partnerships with
Local Communities
• Expand working relationships with local organizations and businesses to raise
awareness of job opportunities
• Participate in community events to increase the visibility of your department
• Establish partnerships with schools and local youth communities to showcase
diversity and commitment to social responsibilities
Ellen Scrivner, Ph.D.
Director
John Jay Leadership Academy
12:30
Conference Adjourns/Networking Luncheon/Post-Conference Workshop Registration
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6. The 2009 National Law Enforcement Recruitment, Retention and Diversity Summit
Post-Conference Workshops
Post-Conference Workshops are designed to be an interactive way for participants
to learn the latest techniques in implementing a successful recruitment and
succession plan in their workplace. Workshops provide a platform to learn
practical applications of current best practices. Space in these comprehensive
“This is exactly what workshops are limited, so be sure to reserve your seat today.
I wanted. A good 1:30
Workshop A:
‘How-To’ build a Design an Advanced Marketing Plan to Lead a Successful
Recruiting Campaign
new recruitment Please join us in this interactive workshop to learn advanced techniques in improving your
recruitment plan. Gain the necessary tools to attract qualified applicants and maximize the
program. Good benefits of your partnerships.
• Foster relationships with local partners to increase agency’s visibility and
ability to network amongst broader communities
and helpful.” • Diversify your applicant pool using new media technology and other advanced
recruiting tools and techniques
Michael Holguin, Police Sergeant,
• Engage and instill pride and passion into your officers to increase the ROI of
Texas Police Department
your recruitment efforts
Sergeant M. W. Turner, III
Caroline County Sheriff’s Office
4:30
Post-Conference Workshop Adjourns
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7. The 2009 National Law Enforcement Recruitment, Retention and Diversity Summit
Post-Conference Webinar
Sponsorship Post-conference webinars are an extension of learning beyond the three-day
Opportunities event. This 90 minute webinar will enhance your program experience and
provide additional resources for immediate implementation of a statewide gang
intelligence database.
As a conference and training provider,
The Performance Institute is an expert in
Diversity Management in Law Enforcement: Breakdown
bringing together leaders to share and
Cultural Barriers
discuss best practices and innovations.
We connect decision-makers with
Date: Wednesday, June 3, 2009
respected solution providers.
Time: 1:00-2:30 PM EST
The Institute offers four different pre- During this interactive webinar, you will learn to understand the employee’s cultural
designed sponsorship packages: differences to provide a healthy work environment. It is essential for agencies
to learn strategies to improve communication, build good working relationship,
• Event Co-Sponsor recognize the diversity among staff and identify the appropriate management
• Session Sponsor styles. To enhance your own diversity management skills, join the Law Enforcement
• Luncheon Sponsor Development Center’s Breakdown Cultural Barriers webinar on June 3, 2009.
• Exhibit Booth Sponsor CODE: F599
For more information on sponsorships or
to get started, contact Jessica Ward at
703-894-0481 or
Ward@PerformanceWeb.org
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8. The 2009 National Law Enforcement Recruitment, Retention and Diversity Summit
Logistics & Registration Registration
1. ONLINE at www.PerformanceWeb.org
Venue & Hotel
2. VIA FAX to 703-894-0482
The 2009 National Law Enforcement Recruitment, Retention and Diversity Summit will
3. VIA PHONE to 703-894-0481
be held at The Performance Institute Training Center in Arlington, VA. A public parking
4. VIA MAIL to 1515 N. Courthouse Road, Sixth Floor
garage is located inside of the building for $10/day. Continental breakfast, lunch and
refreshments will be provided for delegates on each day.
Arlington, VA 22201
The Performance Institute
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1515 North Courthouse Rd., Suite 600
Retention and Diversity Summit
Arlington, VA 22201
703-894-0481
❍ Add the Post-Conference Workshop
A limited number of rooms have been reserved at the Arlington Rosslyn Courtyard by ❍ Add the Post-Conference Webinar
Marriott at the prevailing rate of $209.00 until April 10, 2009. This rate is based on the
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Government Per Diem and is subject to change. Please call the hotel directly and reference
code “2009 Recruitment and Retention” when making reservations to get the discounted
rate. The hotel is conveniently located three blocks from the Rosslyn Metro station. Please Delegate Information
ask the hotel about a complimentary shuttle that is also available for your convenience.
Arlington Rosslyn Courtyard by Marriott
1533 Clarendon Blvd. Name Title
Arlington, VA 22209
Phone: 703-528-2222
Phone: 1-800-321-2211
Office Organization
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Hotel and travel costs and not included in the conference tuition
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Tuition & Group Discounts
The tuition rate for attending The 2009 National Law Enforcement Recruitment, Retention
and Diversity Summit is as follows: City State Zip
Conference Only $628
Post-Conference Workshop $199
Telephone Fax
Post-Conference Webinar $199
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For more information on group discounts for The 2009 National Law Enforcement
Recruitment, Retention and Diversity Summit please contact Chris Joseph at
703-894-0481 ext. 224 or email him at Joseph@ManagementWeb.org. Payment Information
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Cancellation Policy
For live events: The Performance Institute will provide a full refund less $399 administration fee for cancellations four
weeks before the event. If cancellation occurs within two weeks prior to conference start date, no refund will be
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issued. Registrants who fail to attend and do not cancel prior to the event will be charged the entire registration fee.
For webinars: The Performance Institute will provide a full refund less $50 administrative fee for cancellations
four weeks before the event. If cancellation occurs within two weeks prior to conference start date, no refund
will be issued. Registrants who fail to attend and do not cancel prior to the meeting will be charged the entire
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All the cancellation requests need to be made online. Your confirmation email contains links to modify or cancel
registrations. Please note that the cancellation is not final until you receive a written confirmation.
Payment must be secured prior to the conference. If payment is not received by the conference start date, a method Billing Zip Code
of payment must be presented at the time of registration in order to guarantee your participation at the event.
Please make checks payable to: The Performance Institute
Quality Assurance
The Performance Institute strives to provide you with the most productive and effective educational experience pos-
sible. If after completing the course you feel there is some way we can improve, please write your comments on the Priority Code: L268-WEB
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• All ‘Early Bird’ Discounts must require payment at time of registration and before the cut-off date in order to receive
Note: As speakers are confirmed six months before the event, some speaker changes or topic changes may occur in
any discount.
the program. The Performance Institute is not responsible for speaker changes, but will work to ensure a comparable
• Any discounts offered whether by The Performance Institute (including team discounts) must also require payment at
speaker is located to participate in the program.
the time of registration.
If for any reason The Performance Institute decides to cancel this conference, The Performance Institute accepts no re- • All discount offers cannot be combined with any other offer.
sponsibility for covering airfare, hotel or other costs incurred by registrants, including delegates, sponsors and guests. • Discounts cannot be applied retroactively
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