Program Coordinator II, Law Enforcement Academy

Bachelor's degree in a related field

Certain combinations of education, experience, and other accomplishments in the field may be judged as equal to the stated preferred qualifications for this position.

Ability to schedule and coordinate delivery of Academy training programs/courses, TCOLE continuing education and mandated classes

Extensive law enforcement experience at supervisor or management level

TCOLE Firearms Instructor

Experience in police officer instruction, training coordination, or local agency academies

Budgetary experience

Three years teaching in a college environment

Experience with teaching or training delivery

Knowledge of material being taught in the various courses of instruction offered

Communication, interpersonal skills as applied to the interactions with students, coworkers, supervisors, the public, etc. to sufficiently exchange or convey information and to receive workplace direction

Must have a working knowledge of Microsoft Office programs, as well as intermediate computer skills

Familiarity with interactive teaching methods and instruction via the Internet-Desire 2 Learn/Brightspace experience preferred

Understanding of principles, best practices, and trends in Law Enforcement training and management

Previous experience with supervisory principles, practices, and methods

Knowledge of TCOLE Certification standards

Knowledge of supplies and equipment utilized at a firing range at a level sufficient to assume responsibility for making purchasing recommendations for the range

Working knowledge of the criminal justice system to include police operations, tactics, procedures, and general policies

Ability to teach specific academy classes if needed-this is not a teaching position but occasional teaching coverage may be necessary.

Ability to identify, hire, and supervise qualified instructors

Possess ability to effectively communicate with students, adjunct Instructors, college personnel and local law enforcement agencies

Experience in working with diverse populations – Knowledge of public relations principles and practices

Knowledge of trends and best practices in policing, police training, and police academies

Experience leading/growing and maintaining Law Enforcement Academy

Experience teaching, working, and leading in a college environment

Three years supervisory experience in a criminal justice related field

Manage the administrative and logistical matters relating to the law enforcement training academy, including but not limited to, the facilities, equipment, and personnel within the training coordinator's area of responsibility

Recruit, credential, and train instructors

Assesses instructors and develop faculty

Supervises law enforcement training academy personnel

Develop, review and revise policies and procedures which relate to the administration of the law enforcement training academy as necessary

Recommends and implements policies and regulations for the program, ensures compliance with applicable laws and regulations, maintain related records, and submits related reports

Performs a wide variety of specialized technical and advanced administrative work, including ordering and maintaining supplies, verifying accuracy of information, researching discrepancies, and recording information

Prepare, maintain, and administer the Law Enforcement Training Academy budget(s)

Develop curriculum and scheduling for the law enforcement academy -

Develop strategies for recruiting, marketing, and outreach for the law enforcement academy

Plan and implement graduation programs for law enforcement certificate recipients and for the police academy graduates

Coordinate the activities of the Law Enforcement Training Academy Advisory Board, conducts board trainings

Coordinate sensitive background investigations (criminal history checks/psychological evaluations) of candidates for police academy programs

Maintain security and accountability of safety sensitive equipment and other inventory, to include vehicles, firearms, ammunition, and personal information relating to students and faculty

Prepare students for the police profession by continually evaluating the needs of the police community

Ensures the effectiveness of all course offerings, activities and services and their responsiveness to the needs of culturally diverse community

Assist in the development, distribution, and collection of assessments for courses and program objectives

Supervises and coordinates College of the Mainland's Law Enforcement program presentations when requested by high schools and other regional education partners

Coordinates, schedules, and conducts In-Service Agreement site visitations as assigned

Build positive and professional relationship with students, colleagues, college administration, and the Law Enforcement community

Respond to requests for information from faculty, staff, students, outside agencies, and the community regarding the program, including establishing relationships and contracts with local law enforcement agencies

Liaison with appropriate State agencies responsible for law enforcement education and training, to include the Texas Commission on Law Enforcement Education (TCOLE)

Attend TCOLE training and conferences

Submit timely class reports, annual reports and grades to TCOLE, grants, and other bodies

Prepare documentation for TCOLE site visits, prepare various reports and correspondence related to area assignment, record keeping duties

Instruct and supervise a diverse population of students in the classroom at various times and locations

Performs administrative duties required in the maintenance of the department's firing range including ensuring proper upkeep of the range, contract administration for use by outside agencies, and purchasing of supplies including gas masks, firearms, Tasers, and other related equipment

Collaborate with the Continuing Education Department to offer law enforcement continuing education instruction and programming

Work with service area law enforcement agencies to provide requested training

Possess a commitment to student engagement, student success, and instructional excellence

Demonstrate effective communication skills, both written and oral

Prepare and utilize a course syllabus and assessments for each course using guidelines established by the institution

Maintain current knowledge of effective teaching methodologies and utilize/supervise a variety of instructional delivery methods, classroom media, and educational resources

Assess students' performance through a range of measurement activities and keeps them informed of their progress in a timely manner

Utilize technology to facilitate learning and to access data, maintain records, generate reports, and communicate with others

Exhibit a commitment to lifelong learning through participation in professional development activities

Adhere to the College of the Mainland's policies and procedures

Attend departmental meetings as required for the position

Performs other duties and special projects as assigned by the program's Instructional Dean or Chair of Public Service Careers Department