This study examines how police management and occupational stressors shaped job satisfaction and demoralization among police officers in Kyrgyzstan during the COVID-19 State of Emergency (SE). Using two logit models, it explores how job satisfaction, family infection concerns, and resignation contemplation influenced demoralization, while also assessing Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) adequacy and family separation on service satisfaction. Findings show that both high and low job satisfaction correlated with demoralization, as pandemic stress overshadowed performance. Family concerns buffered distress, while resignation thoughts signaled emotional strain. The study underscores the need for holistic support systems to enhance officer resilience, well-being, and crisis preparedness in policing.
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