경찰복지제도의 분석과 미래발전 방안에 관한 연구: 경찰복지법을 중심으로

Abstract

This study analyzes the current state of police welfare and presents improvement plans through a police welfare system analysis model, alongside future development strategies. The Police Welfare Act, enacted in 2012, aims to enhance the working conditions and quality of life of police officers. The primary areas of welfare include occupational welfare, health and welfare, family welfare, culture and leisure welfare, and future planning welfare. The Act mandates a systematic review of police welfare every five years and the establishment of a mid- to long-term basic plan. The 1st Police Welfare Basic Plan (2014-2018) highlighted issues such as job stress, high mortality rates on duty, and elevated casualty rates, emphasizing the need for improved working conditions. The 2nd Police Welfare Basic Plan (2019-2023) envisioned a "Happy Police, Safe Korea" and set goals to enhance health management, create a family-friendly environment, ensure fair treatment, improve job conditions, and strengthen the policy base. In this study, several future development plans for police welfare are proposed: Job Welfare: To increase job satisfaction and stability, it is recommended to introduce a fair promotion system, continuous education, career development programs, improvements in the work environment, and a flexible working hours system. Health and Welfare: To support the physical and mental health of police officers, it is proposed to enhance regular health check-ups, provide physical training facilities and programs, and offer psychological counseling and support. Family Welfare: To strengthen family bonds, recommendations include offering family counseling, organizing family participation events, and providing childcare and educational support. Leisure Welfare: To relieve stress and boost job satisfaction, it is suggested to improve the vacation system, support cultural and leisure activities, and facilitate club and hobby activities. Future Planning Welfare: To ensure a stable retirement for police officers, it is proposed to support retirement preparation programs, strengthen the retirement pension system, and assist with career transitions. These proposed measures aim to address current deficiencies in police welfare and foster a supportive environment that enhances both the well-being of police officers and their overall job satisfaction.