Salary: From 64,561.38 to 113,612.72
Description: The Alexandria Police Department is seeking a highly qualified person to serve as Police Accreditation Manager II. This position manages the department’s national accreditation process, ensuring compliance, training, and various presentations to department personnel. The role involves coordinating accreditation processes for the Police Department, conducting regular reviews with command staff, and revising department policy and procedures manuals to ensure standard operating procedures are best practices and meet all current Commission on Accreditation for Law Enforcement Agencies (CALEA) standards, legislative mandates, and judicial rulings.
Identifies and verifies compliance with established law enforcement standards, correcting any noted deficiencies through policy, training, or other administrative measures. Reviews standards to ensure the department remains in compliance, staying abreast of all aspects of the accreditation process, including proposed changes or amendments to the standards, and assessing the impact of changes on current policies and procedures.
Manages all facets of the accreditation process, agency policy, and administrative orders pertaining to the Police Department to ensure that all activities, documentation, and proof necessary for accreditation are prepared in compliance with accreditation standards. Updates and revises Policies and Procedures, including computerized policy and procedures, training documentation, and other pertinent CALEA proofs. Recommends and/or develops training programs to assist employees in their understanding of accreditation. Manages Power DMS and other computerized software to assist in the CALEA documentation process.
What You Should Bring: The ideal candidate will have exceptional management skills and the ability to implement and direct processes to ensure and facilitate Alexandria Police Department's professional accreditation and re-accreditation by CALEA. The candidate should possess the ability to handle multiple projects, produce professional reports, and deliver verbal presentations to address recommendations or concerns. The Accreditation Manager II will manage the accreditation process for the agency and similar continuous improvement processes, including department inspections, policy review, policy revision, and implementation of directives. A high level of interpersonal skills is essential for dealing with department staff, assessors, and regional partners.
The Opportunity:
- Oversees the accreditation process, including assessments; evaluates and reports the efficiency and effectiveness of the accreditation program.
- Plans and monitors on-site assessments and maintains appropriate records relating to accreditation activities.
- Conducts employee orientation training regarding the accreditation process.
- Writes and/or reviews all new and revised policies to ensure compliance with standards.
- Coordinates with Command Staff and City Legal staff for proofing of policies for adherence to applicable laws.
- Acts as a liaison between police administration, other department employees, and outside agencies in all accreditation efforts.
- Maintains a standard format for policies to be reviewed and revised on a scheduled basis.
- Regularly reports to the Chief of Police or designee and key staff on accreditation compliance.
- Directs on-site inspections of compliance.
- Conducts research and planning and assists with presentations as needed.
- Represents the police department at meetings related to the accreditation process.
- Establishes and maintains effective working relationships with other employees, officials, and the general public.
- Assists with accreditation-related activities not otherwise specifically assigned.
- Evaluates, updates, schedules, revises, and develops training programs; documents attendance, and maintains training files for employees.
- Produces any reports or projects necessitated by CALEA standards, or as directed by the Chief of Police.
- Regularly attends supervisory and command staff meetings.
- Performs other related duties as assigned.
About the Department: The City of Alexandria Police Department is a nationally recognized and accredited law enforcement agency providing services to a diverse community. A dedicated team of professionals, the Alexandria Police Department works in partnership with the community to create and maintain a safe and secure environment for residents, merchants, and visitors.
Minimum & Additional Requirements: Four-Year College Degree and three years of progressively responsible administrative and/or management work experience; or any equivalent combination of experience and training that provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited university and considerable experience in a Public Safety environment or any equivalent combination of education and experience that demonstrates the competencies, skills, and abilities listed above.
- Knowledge of law enforcement principles and practices and management practices within a modern public safety agency.
- Considerable knowledge of rules, regulations, and procedures of a public safety agency and applicable federal, state, and local laws.
- Experience researching, drafting, writing, and implementing policy and procedure.
- Ability to effectively carry out special and general assignments in a timely manner.
- Experience with Microsoft Office and Database applications; knowledge and experience using PowerDMS software.
- Previous experience as an Accreditation Manager or assessor in an accredited police agency.
- Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
- Ability to communicate clearly and effectively orally and in writing.
- Ability to analyze and solve problems quickly.
Notes: This position requires the successful completion of the following pre-employment background checks:
- Polygraph
- Psychological Evaluation
- Drug Screen
- Criminal Background Checks (local and federal)
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