Tampa Police Displays Interactive Recruitment Tool at UNCF Luncheon

TAMPA, FL – The Tampa Police Department unveiled a new recruitment tool at the 11th annual UNCF Tampa Black History Month Luncheon on Friday, Feb. 10 at the Tampa Marriott Westshore.

The interactive display allows the Tampa Police Department to connect with prospective police officers and civilian employees throughout the state, thanks to a contribution from AT&T. The display allows potential applicants to watch attention-grabbing recruitment videos, read job qualifications and view photos that showcase the department’s diverse workforce.

“AT&T is happy to support the Tampa Police Department in its efforts to diversify its recruitment,” said Andrew Hall, AT&T regional director.

Tampa Police Officer Gig Brown travels throughout Florida to Historically Black Colleges and career fairs with the display to recruit new officers.

“We must empower our young people to secure passports to opportunity by way of their college degree,” said Gwen Hewitt, UNCF development director.

Proceeds from the annual luncheon help provide scholarships for students in Florida. More than 6,100 students in universities and colleges across the state are benefitting from UNCF scholarships.

U.S. Senator Bill Nelson was the keynote speaker at the luncheon while Samuel L. Wright, the founder of the Tampa Bay Black Heritage Festival, Inc., was honored as a Champion of Education. WFTS anchor Deiah Riley was the Mistress of Ceremonies, while Retired Sgt. Sonya Bryson Kirksey, known for her appearances at Tampa Bay Lightning games, sang the National Anthem.

Caption: John Breen, AT&T assistant vice president network engineering poses for a picture with Tampa Police Chief Eric Ward; Tampa Police Officer Gig Brown at the UNCF Tampa Black History Month Luncheon.

Image courtesy of AT&T