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SEBA ON DEMAND dives into the critical issues impacting law enforcement professionals and the communities they protect. Hosted by Lolita Harper, we provide insightful discussions on topics that matter most to our public safety members, offering a behind-the-scenes look at the challenges and triumphs of those who serve.
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Thursday Dec 05, 2024
Thursday Dec 05, 2024
On this episode we sit down with San Bernardino County Sheriff Shannon Dicus to discuss critical topics like recruitment and retention in law enforcement, and what we like to call the "BLTs" - beards, load-bearing vests and tattoos. This is SEBA on Demand.
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Sheriff Shannon Dicus: https://www.instagram.com/sheriffshannondicus/
08:55 - Recruitment Challenges and Incentives: Recruitment strategies include referral bonuses, hiring bonuses, and targeted outreach to military personnel and local communities. The Sheriff emphasizes innovative approaches like mentorship programs and pre-academy preparation to attract and retain candidates.
13:01 - Load-Bearing Vest Policy: The Sheriff outlines the journey and challenges in implementing load-bearing vests, emphasizing their importance for reducing injuries and ensuring officer safety. He discusses the insurance policy complications and the steps taken to address these issues, such as sourcing approved vests and initiating field testing with 20 units.
19:32 - Tattoo and Beard Policy: The Sheriff explains his stance on tattoos and beards, focusing on maintaining a professional image. He supports exemptions for religious reasons (e.g., Sikh officers) while prioritizing a unified, professional look for the department.
29:09 - Staffing and Retention Issues: The Sheriff addresses the increasing number of deputies leaving due to dissatisfaction with California’s law enforcement climate and economic factors. He discusses the rapid promotion of younger officers due to high turnover and the challenges this creates.
32:27 - Commitment to Listening and Balancing Stakeholder Needs: The Sheriff emphasizes his willingness to listen to both his deputies and the community to make informed decisions. He acknowledges competing priorities and strikes a balance between operational effectiveness and public expectations.
40:15 - Balancing Modern Expectations with Tradition: The Sheriff discusses the generational shift in work-life balance expectations. He acknowledges the importance of adapting policies, like alternative schedules and job-sharing, to attract and retain a younger workforce while maintaining operational effectiveness.
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Thursday Jun 29, 2023
Thursday Jun 29, 2023
On this episode of SEBA ON DEMAND, Executive Director Lolita Harper speaks to Attorney & Advocate for First Responders Nicole Castronovo about the negative impact of AB 3070 on California Peace Officers.
Friday Jun 23, 2023
Friday Jun 23, 2023
On this episode of SEBA ON DEMAND, Executive Director Lolita Harper speaks to former San Bernardino County Deputy Meagan McCarthy.
Wednesday Oct 12, 2022
Wednesday Oct 12, 2022
On this episode of SEBA ON DEMAND, Executive Director Lolita Harper talks to 2nd District Supervisor Candidate Jesse Armendarez about public safety and his mission to improve the quality of life in San Bernardino County.
Tuesday Apr 05, 2022
Tuesday Apr 05, 2022
On this episode of SEBA on Demand we speak to Retired San Bernardino County Sheriff's Captain and Current SEBA Member Brad Toms about life after retirement and his award-winning passion for photography.
Thursday Mar 03, 2022
Thursday Mar 03, 2022
On this episode of SEBA on Demand we speak to San Bernardino County Sheriff's Deputy Todd Johnson who recently saved the life of a baby during a recent incident in Rancho Cucamonga.
Thursday Sep 30, 2021
Thursday Sep 30, 2021
On this episode of SEBA ON DEMAND, we talk to Corporal Nathan Campos who is the Public Affairs Labor and Education Liaison for the San Bernardino County Sheriff's Department.
Tuesday Sep 14, 2021
Tuesday Sep 14, 2021
On this episode of SEBA ON DEMAND, we talk to newly appointed San Bernardino County Sheriff Shannon Dicus.
Tuesday Jun 15, 2021
Tuesday Jun 15, 2021
On this episode of SEBA on Demand we speak to San Bernardino County Sheriff's Deputy Robert Jahn in part four of our four-part series that discusses what happens when an officer is shot in the line of duty.
Tuesday May 25, 2021
Tuesday May 25, 2021
On this episode of SEBA on Demand we speak to Deputy Dustin Whitson's sister, Joelie Whitson, in part three of our four-part series that discusses what happens when an officer is shot in the line of duty.
The series revolves around the shooting of Deputy Dustin Whitson, who miraculously survived an attempted murder on March 23, 2021 in Hesperia.