Centro de Documentação da PJ
Analítico de Periódico
CD 341
When your reputation precedes you [Recurso eletrónico] : strategic recruitment for enhancing diversity / Jordan Holmes, Ann Marie Ryan
Policing: An International Journal, Vol. 47, n. 5 (2024), p. 770-785
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RECRUTAMENTO E SELECÇÃO DE PESSOAL DE POLÍCIA, ADMINISTRAÇÃO DO PESSOAL, PESSOAL DE POLÍCIA, ORGANIZAÇÃO POLICIAL, INCLUSÃO SOCIAL, RACISMO
Purpose – This paper provides a discussion of evidence supporting strategic, targeted recruitment for increasing minority representation in police agencies in the context of negative reputations for inclusion. Design/methodology/approach – Database searching along with backward and forward citation chaining identified 145 articles for review. After extracting the recruitment strategies mentioned that had empirical support for effectiveness, a framework was developed for categorizing those strategies. Findings – Police agencies use some evidence-based practices (e.g. community engagement) but could do more to enhance diversity. Strategy applicability in the context of limited organizational diversity or a less positive reputation as an inclusive employer is discussed. Practical implications – This review provides a clear set of recommended best practices for agencies to use in evaluating and enhancing their efforts at targeted recruiting. Originality/value – Reviews of recruiting practices in policing have not provided a deep consideration of the evidence base for practice effectiveness nor considered practices that have support in non-policing contexts. Our review addresses the concerns of agencies that must address a less positive image regarding diversity and inclusion.
