Some emergency services struggling to retain employees

Some local police and fire departments are having a difficult time filling positions. We’re talking specifically about those on the front lines – or in this case, the front phone lines. Since the start of the pandemic, agencies have been working to fill these positions for longer periods of time. This isn’t something new for departments in the area – it’s been a problem for years, nationwide. Brandy Grassl, Labette County Emergency Management Coordinator, said, “We’ve been short staffed for almost a year now.” Filling positions for first responders like 911 dispatchers continues to be difficult. Unfortunately covid-19 hasn’t helped the process.
Source: KSNF/KODE