Bowie Police Department Boosts Recruitment with Responder MAX
Bowie Police Department partnered with Responder MAX on a targeted recruitment campaign that generated 1,000+ leads and helped grow the department from just over 50 officers to 70 officers in 2026.
Montana’s Bold Campaign to Recruit 1,000 New Volunteer Firefighters
Developing a message that resonated with Montana residents paid off, with the campaign far exceeding its recruitment goals. Heading into the final quarter of 2024, the campaign had generated 475 leads—well above the goal of 300 for the year.
Strength in Service: Transforming Recruitment at Third District Volunteer Fire Company
By the end of 2024, the department generated 54 leads, tripling its annual goal of 18. Since the start of the project, it has brought in an incredible 109 leads, achieving over 605% of its original goal.
Sheriff’s Office Exceeds Recruitment Goal with First Arriving Strategic Plans
“First Arriving was the top to bottom of everything we were looking for. That is what they specialize in, public safety, so they understand what is driving the market, the marketing pieces and the audience.”
French Village (IL) Fire District Relies on First Arriving for Recruitment and Communication Improvements
The fire department struggled with communication internally and in its recruitment efforts with an antiquated website service.
First Arriving Recruitment Plan Brings Fire and EMS Volunteers to Rittman (OH) Fire & Rescue
Recruitment and retention strategy and social media campaign helped Rittman Fire & Rescue manage new applicants and members during the COVID-19 pandemic.
New Website, Recruitment Strategy Helps Collingdale (PA) Fire Company Increase Recognition & Applications
“First Arriving is very professional. There is a big difference between what we had and what we have now. They have been an invaluable resource and accommodating for everything we need.”
East Brunswick (NJ) Fire Company Bulks Applications, Recruitment Processes with First Arriving
“We went from getting just a handful of applications to a point where we had to buy gear,”