Commission updates staffing plan: hires, candidate pool and sergeant vacancies discussed

Apr 14, 2026

Staff reported two part-time hires, multiple candidates in the pipeline, and an overall staffing shortfall; the commission discussed timing for sergeant testing and the process for interviewing and certifying candidates through the civil service commission.

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Department staff reported recent personnel activity and recruitment plans. In February the department hired two part-time officers and staff described additional applicants interested in full time work; one named applicant in the transcript is Will Spangler. Speakers discussed whether civilian certifications (corporate or hospital security) qualify for municipal police credit and the requirement to retest after certain gaps in municipal service.

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