Protect Your Department from Costly Bad Hires
Public Safety Hiring & Leadership Solutions That Deliver For:
- Law Enforcement
- Fire Departments
- Emergency Response Teams
From recruitment shortages to leadership gaps, we help Public Safety Forces build resilient teams with proven assessment tools and leadership development programs.
One Bad Hire Can Destroy a Department
(Johnson City, TN.)
(Flat Rock, MI.)
(Chicago, IL.)
(Phoenix , AZ.)
(Graham, NC.)
(Kansas City, MO.)
(Maywood, CA.)
(Detroit, MI.)
Cities with frequent misconduct claims have seen insurance premiums increased by over 30% in the past decade.
One Bad Hire Can Destroy a Department
(Johnson City, TN.)
(Flat Rock, MI.)
(Chicago, IL.)
(Phoenix , AZ.)
(Graham, NC.)
(Kansas City, MO.)
(Maywood, CA.)
(Detroit, MI.)
Cities with frequent misconduct claims have seen insurance premiums increased by over 30% in the past decade.
From recruitment shortages to retirements, strained community trust to regulatory shifts, public safety agencies face more pressure than ever. These aren’t just HR problems – they’re operational risks that impact every aspect of your mission.
Public Safety is Under Pressure.
Your Workforce Strategy Matters.
Recruitment Gaps
Too few qualified candidates, and intense competition for them.
Aging Workforce
Retirements are accelerating, but succession plans aren’t keeping pace.
Leadership Shortfalls
Many supervisors are promoted without the tools to lead.
Community Perceptions
Poor communication and misalignment weaken public confidence.
Budget Pressure
Turnover and churn drive up costs and reduce performance.
Take the Guesswork Out of Hiring and Promotions
PRADCO’s behavioral assessments reveal who will succeed in your unique environment, not just who interviews well. Built on decades of psychological research and tailored for public safety, our tools help you select, promote, and develop with clarity.
Trusted by Public Safety Leaders
Trusted by Public Safety Leaders
“The firefighter benchmarking program has been part of our firefighter selection process for many, many years. The candidate is evaluated based on a firefighter benchmark built using current Strongsville firefighters. I truly believe it is important to hire individuals with high moral character, strong work ethic, positive attitude, and dependability. The quality of our recent firefighter selections speaks volumes to the credibility of benchmarking.”
Fire Chief, N.E. Ohio
“The coaching process has been a great asset for our first line supervisors. The new-hire assessments go far beyond a simple psychological assessment, instead measuring potential candidates against the values and behaviors that are important to our organization. Not only does this process help us determine if a candidate will be a good fit for our organization, but it also provides our field training officers with a great training tool. Using PRADCO’s results a new officer’s field training can be customized to emphasize areas identified for improvement. Hiring a police officer is a long-term commitment, and PRADCO is an invaluable resource to ensure that we are hiring the most qualified candidates who will bring the most value to our organization.”
Police Chief, N.E. Ohio
Tools to Hire and Promote with Confidence:
Pre-Hire Assessments
Psychologist-led for sworn & civilian roles
360+ Feedback & Leadership Coaching
Accelerate current staff development
Structured Interview Guides
Reduce bias and improve consistency
Custom Success Benchmark
Built from your best performers
Promotional Assessments
Identify leadership potential
Group Training & Workshops
Address specific challenges and goals
Results You’ll See:
- Reduce turnover by selecting the right fit
- Avoid costly mistakes and internal conflict
- Develop a more community-focused workforce
- Build a stronger, more resilient workforce
Why Choose PRADCO
You don’t need another plug-and-play HR tool. You need a partner who understands the unique pressures, expectations, and consequences of public safety leadership.
Trusted by Public Safety for 70 Years
We assess how candidates perform under real-world pressure
Tools and coaching built for the real world
Customized to your command structure, not corporate templates
We help you build a department focused on community needs
Proven track record delivering results in hiring, retention, and leadership strength
We’re staffed by expert management consultants and psychologists.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does PRADCO align with Civil Service rules and union contracts?
Yes. Our tools and programs are designed to complement existing frameworks and comply with regulatory guidelines. We understand the unique requirements of union environments and civil service regulations.
We’re a small department. Is this right for us?
Absolutely. We scale our services based on your needs whether you’re a department of 12 or 1,200. Our solutions are designed to provide value regardless of your size.
How quickly can you complete assessments without compromising accuracy?
We act fast so you don’t lose quality candidates. Our team of industrial organizational psychologists ensures you get both the speed to secure top candidates and the depth of insight needed for confident hiring decisions. Unlike solo practitioners with limited availability, our team approach means we can move quickly while maintaining the scientific rigor that makes our assessments reliable.
What if we’re on a tight budget?
We’ll help you maximize value while meeting your budgetary requirements.
Build a Safer, Stronger Department Starting Now. Request Your Free Consultation
Get expert insight into your most pressing challenges from hiring and leadership to retention and team culture. Schedule your free consultation today.
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3 https://news.wttw.com/2025/04/14/chicago-set-exhaust-annual-budget-police-misconduct-settlements
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8 https://www.sommerspc.com/verdicts/975000-settlement-for-wrongful-death-due-to-emt-paramedics-gross-negligence-medical-malpractice
