Recruiting and selecting personnel are of great importance to successfully implement the community policing philosophy. Training is also critical for a successful transition to community policing. However, do not make training the spearhead of change. Among the most important areas to include in training are communication skills, problem-solving skills, and leadership skills. Create your own job description for the position of police officer. Include any basic requirements that you want your applicant to possess. For example, you may only require a high school diploma or an associate's degree. Applicant's may be required to conduct a physical agility test, written test, or other job requirements