Accreditation Coordinator

Portland, ME
Full Time
Patrol
Mid Level

JOB PURPOSE:  This is professional services work to facilitate, and coordinate the operational standards and policies within the Sheriff’s Office. Work includes monitoring performance standards, policy implementation and processes for CALEA compliance within Sheriff’s law enforcement division including making recommendations for corrective action as necessary. The person filling the position is non-sworn but has the authority to make appropriate assignments and enforce deadlines throughout the agency. This position is 40 hours per week, with a full benefits package.  Pay is commensurate with experience, with a range of $26.62-$32.43 per hour.  Please note, applicants must be authorized to work for ANY employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time.

QUALIFICATIONS: 

  • Valid driver’s license.
  • High School Diploma required; higher education degree in criminal justice or related field preferred.
  • Knowledge of CALEA standards.
  • Minimum of five years’ experience working in law enforcement or public safety field(s).
  • Minimum of five years’ education, training, and/or experience writing policies and procedures related to criminal justice and supervision.
  • Equivalent combination of education, training, and experience will be considered.   

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES:

  1. Coordinates and maintains performance management systems to track compliance with accreditation standards and other performance standards; monitors performance and prepares reports for management.
  2. Develop and implement law enforcement standards in order to ensure compliance with departmental goals, objectives and policies.
  3. Interprets and applies all federal and state laws and accrediting agency standards in order to determine needed revisions to established law enforcement standards.
  4. Reviews a wide variety of complex and technical requirements concerning CALEA standards and the accreditation process.
  5. Identifies and develops new programs, systems, procedures, or equipment specifications for the improvement of agency performance in compliance with applicable accreditation standards.
  6. Monitors CALEA standards in order to ensure compliance with procedures and processes, identify problems, and recommend corrective action.
  7. Reviews and maintains standard operating procedure materials and related documents to identify errors, inconsistencies, and possible procedural impact in order to assist in making necessary revisions and recommendations for change.
  8. Maintains master and archive files of written directives in order for maintaining CALEA compliance files.
  9. Maintains professional and technical knowledge by attending CALEA workshops, conferences and establishing personal networks and participating in professional societies.
  10. Contributes to team effort by accomplishing related results as needed and by performing other responsibilities as assigned.
  11. Operates and transports video/audio equipment to special events and as requested.
  12. Proctors the MCJA Alert test under the direction of a supervisor for the Support Services Division.
  13. Assists the Training Unit as requested.
  14. Supports the Sheriff’s safety and health policies by attending required safety training programs, reporting all accidents and suspected safety hazards to Supervisor.
  15. Fulfills job function by participating as an active member in training, participating on Sheriff task forces, coordinates attendance of other agency representatives.
  16. Provides information to the public and may make presentations to selected civic associations.
  17. Performs similar or related work as required, directed or as situation dictates.

Cumberland County offers an excellent and comprehensive benefits package and is proud of its talented and dedicated workforce. Come join our team and culture of engaged employees. Our strong management team is dedicated to providing employees with inspiring leadership, a positive and friendly workplace, support, encouragement and the necessary tools for success. We offer tuition reimbursement, wellness program, and professional development and training opportunities.

This position is 40 hours per week, with a full benefits package.  Pay is commensurate with experience, with a range of $26.62-$32.43 per hour.

Position will remain open until filled.  Please note, applicants must be authorized to work for ANY employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time.

Cumberland County is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or protected Veteran status.

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