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CITY OF RIVIERA BEACH CITY COUNCIL
AGENDA ITEM SUMMARY

Meeting Date: 10/20/2021 
Agenda Category:PRESENTATIONS
Subject: 

Fire Rescue presentation on diversity and hiring practices

Recommendation/Motion: 

Staff recommends Council approval on moving forward with the tactics and strategies identified by staff for improving diversity in hiring. Staff also recommends funding be allocated for sponsorship opportunities for individuals from within our current workforce and community to obtain a career in the fire service.

Originating Dept Fire Rescue  Costs  
User Dept.Fire Rescue Funding SourceCurrently, there is no fiscal impact on hiring recruits as the monies have been budgeted for the position. (Pg. 311 Salary & Wages) However, if we look to sponsor individuals from within the community there is an estimated cost of $15,970 per person which is unbudgeted.
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Background/Summary: 

At the request of the City Council, Fire Rescue was asked to evaluate our hiring practices to ensure diversity within the organization. During the evaluation, we examined our recruitment methods and hiring practices from multiple angles. Working with several agencies and organizations we were able to identify several areas where we could improve and refine our processes to achieve this goal.

 
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ATTACHMENTS:
File NameDescriptionUpload DateType
Cover_Memo.pdfCover Memo10/13/2021Cover Memo
Riviera_Beach_Fire_Demographics.pptxPresentation10/13/2021Presentation
REVIEWERS:
DepartmentReviewerActionDate
City ManagerJacobs, DeirdreApproved10/13/2021 - 4:36 PM