Accreditation Manager

City of Albany • Albany, OR

1d • Onsite

About The Position

The Albany Police Department is seeking a detail-oriented, analytical, and collaborative professional to serve as its Accreditation Manager. This position plays a critical role in maintaining the Department's commitment to professional standards, accountability, and continuous improvement through leadership of the agency's accreditation, policy management, and compliance programs. Reporting directly to the Chief of Police, the Accreditation Manager oversees the Department's compliance with Commission on Accreditation for Law Enforcement Agencies (CALEA) standards, manages the development and maintenance of Department policies and written directives, researches emerging legal and industry trends, and analyzes organizational data to support informed decision-making and operational excellence. The position serves as a trusted resource to Department leadership and personnel by providing guidance on accreditation requirements, policy implementation, and best practices that support effective law enforcement services. Successful candidates will possess strong research, writing, analytical, and project management skills, along with the ability to build collaborative relationships, communicate complex information clearly, and manage multiple priorities in a dynamic environment. This is an excellent opportunity for a professional who is passionate about public service, professional standards, organizational improvement, and helping a high-performing law enforcement agency achieve and maintain excellence.

Requirements

• A bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university with major course work in criminal justice, public administration, business administration, or related field and three years of related work experience in national or state accreditation; and two years of experience guiding the work of others.
• Specific experience in CALEA accreditation is preferred.
• CALEA Accreditation Manager Certification required within one year of appointment.
• Must successfully pass a comprehensive background investigation including criminal history check and integrity interview.
• Possession of or ability to obtain Criminal Justice Information Systems (CJIS) clearance within 30 days of date of hire.
• Possession of or ability to obtain a valid Oregon driver's license and a driving record that meets the City’s driving standards at the time of job placement.
• The individual shall not pose a direct threat to the health or safety of themselves or others.
• Considerable knowledge of current law enforcement principles and practices and federal, state, and local regulations governing policy and operations; comprehensive knowledge of law enforcement accreditation standards and processes; knowledge of legislative/legal governing bodies, boards, departments, and agencies at the federal, state, and local level that have the potential to affect or change department policy.
• Ability to plan, direct, and coordinate the work of professional and support personnel involved in accreditation activities; analyze and evaluate complex problems/issues with multiple dimensions and to recommend solutions; extract data to interpret technical information and perform analyses; and prepare clear, concise, and organized business correspondence, summaries, reports, and abstracts; organize and prioritize a variety of projects and multiple tasks in an effective and timely manner; organize own work, set priorities, meet critical timelines, and make decisions independently; communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing; conduct meetings, training sessions, and public presentations; and use a computer and required specialized software for extended periods of time to perform the essential functions of the position.

Nice To Haves

• Knowledge of CALEA standards and PowerDMS preferred.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for the management and oversight of the Police Department's accreditation, policy management, organizational development, and performance improvement programs.
• Plans and coordinates accreditation activities; researches, drafts, implements, and maintains agency general orders, policies, and written directives; and ensures integration of Department policies and practices with the requirements of the Commission on Accreditation of Law Enforcement Agencies (CALEA) and other applicable laws, regulations, and professional standards.
• Analyzes organizational data and trends, coordinates compliance activities, facilitates strategic initiatives, and provides training and guidance to Department personnel in support of professional standards, continuous improvement, and operational excellence.
• Reviews and interprets CALEA standards and manages the full lifecycle of Department policies and written directives, including development, research, implementation, review, and communication to ensure compliance with accreditation standards, legal requirements, and operational best practices.
• Develops and recommends Department directives for approval by the Chief of Police.
• Keeps abreast of current law enforcement trends and the accreditation process including proposed changes or amendments to the standards, transition policies, or process changes. Evaluates the impact of these changes on the Department to meet compliance standards.
• Maintains accreditation records and compliance files; tracks accreditation activities and proofs; maintains master and archive files for written directives and reaccreditation assessments; and prepares required reports, assessments, annual reports, and documentation for internal leadership and external accrediting bodies.
• Analyzes federal, state, and local legislative proposals to determine impact on assigned operations.
• Identifies and develops new programs, systems, procedures, or equipment specifications for the improvement of agency performance in compliance with accreditation standards and all existing laws, policies, procedures, and ordinances.
• Plans and conducts research on accreditation projects and develops, recommends, and implements courses of action.
• Participates in strategic planning efforts and provides recommendations regarding organizational structure, operational effectiveness, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Gathers, researches, analyzes, and presents organization and operational data to identify trends, evaluate program effectiveness, support strategic decision-making, and promote continuous improvement.
• Performs annual analysis of confidential reports of high liability events and identifies opportunities for policy, training, and organizational improvement.
• Facilitates Department interaction with CALEA including representing the Department at CALEA conferences for accreditation.
• Serves as liaison to CALEA, the NW Police Accreditation Coalition, and other local, county, and state law enforcement agencies involved in the accreditation process.
• Serves as a resource to Department personnel by providing guidance, coaching, and technical expertise regarding accreditation standards, policy implementation, organizational best practices, and supports professional development across the Department.
• Provides accreditation training to agency personnel.
• Provides information and interpretation of written directives and the accreditation process.
• Responds to a variety of questions and concerns in a timely, tactful, and effective manner.
• Represents the Department in interdepartmental and interagency projects as they relate to the accreditation process.
• Effectively participates in the Department management team.
• Participates in Department and organizational emergency management programs.
• Builds and maintains effective working relationships with employees, leadership, elected officials, partner agencies, and members of the public through professional, responsive, and collaborative service.
• Serves as a member of various City committees as assigned.
• Assists other staff in the performance of their duties as assigned.
• Arrives at work, meetings, and other work-related functions on time and maintains regular job attendance.
• Adheres to appropriate attire, grooming, and hygiene standards established for the position.
• Operates a motor vehicle safely and legally.
• May provide training and orientation to newly assigned personnel.
• Performs other related duties as required/assigned.

Benefits

• Excellent medical, dental, and vision benefit package for the employee and qualified family members with low monthly out-of-pocket cost.
• City-paid contribution to a VEBA Trust account for out-of-pocket healthcare expenses.
• 17 hours of vacation leave per month, with progressive increases based on years of service
• 8 hours of sick leave per month
• 10 paid City-observed Holidays
• Excellent retirement benefits
• City-paid participation in the Oregon Public Employee Retirement System (OPSRP and IAP)
• City-paid contribution (2.5%) into a 457 pre-tax deferred compensation plan
• Education reimbursement
• Employee assistance programs
• Basic life insurance
• Shot-term disability
• Long-term disability
• Flexible spending accounts for healthcare and childcare expenses.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level