AMARILLO, Texas (KVII) — Police departments across the Texas Panhandle are competing for officers, with some nearby cities offering higher pay. The Amarillo Police Department says it is working to stay competitive as it recruits officers and tries to retain current staff.
The department says recruiting and retaining officers is a challenge for police departments nationwide. Cpl. Cecely Herr, a recruiter with APD’s Trained Personnel Division, said the department has increased pay over the past four years and offers additional incentives.
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