The Danbury Police Department has launched a new recruitment campaign with a new hiring video that takes a light-hearted approach to the hard work of Danbury officers.
Chief Patrick Ridenhour says they hope to see the same success that they had in the last campaign. Two years ago, the Department went viral in a video that has received nearly 133,000 views on Facebook and YouTube. Over 500 applications were sent in during that campaign.
Applications to become a Danbury Police Officer will be accepted on POLICEAPP.com from October 21st through December 2nd. There are currently at least 10 vacancies to get the Department to full staffing levels, with several retirements expected by the end of the year.
In this video, Lt Vincent Daniello goes out with the bicycle patrol unit, dive team, K9 handlers and others as he avoids a meeting with the chief. He also interrupts crime scene detectives, jumps in a helicopter and ends on horseback, suggesting a new mounted unit. Ridenhour, who ran after him when handed a bill for the helicopter, assigns him to shovel manure.
Ridenhour says he hopes people will see the different facets of the department, but also how fun and rewarding a career with the Danbury Police Department can be.
Applicants must have a valid C.H.I.P. card to apply. Information session will be held from 7pm to 9pm on October 23rd and 10am to 12pm on November 16th at the station. The Recruitment Video details all application requirements.
