Director, Law Enforcement Academy

Tyler Junior College•TJC West, TX

9d•Onsite

About The Position

This position is responsible for the administration, leadership, and management of the Tyler Junior College Law Enforcement Academy, including the creation of academy courses/programs to meet the training needs of area law enforcement agencies.

Requirements

TCOLE instructor license and knowledgeable of the duties of a training coordinator as required by TCOLE.
Five years’ experience dealing with scheduling and/or conducting training of law enforcement personnel.
At least one year of employment in administration with a law enforcement agency or public service-related business.
TCOLE instructor license
Knowledge of rules issued by TCOLE as it relates to training requirements of Texas law enforcement officers.
Knowledge of the rules issued by TCOLE as it relates to training providers.
Ability to communicate, form working relationships, and coordinate training needed by area Law Enforcement agency administrators.
Experience in public speaking, teaching, and presentations.
Evidence of strong organizational skills and oral and written communication skills.
Ability to meet goals and work effectively with other staff personnel.
Must have and maintain a current, valid Texas driver’s license and an acceptable driving record.

Nice To Haves

Master’s Peace Officer certificate

Responsibilities

Provide overall leadership for the law enforcement academy.
Serve as liaison between Tyler Junior College and the East Texas law enforcement agencies.
Perform all duties required of a managing director.
Recruit students for the law enforcement academy.
Acquire supplies and equipment appropriate for the academy.
Recruit appropriate instructors for academy courses.
Teach law enforcement, in-service, and basic peace officer courses.
Coordinate in-service training.
Assist in the development of course curricula and instructional materials.
Secure appropriate textbooks and other instructional resources.
Promote the development and scheduling of continuing education courses.
Teach concurrent credit criminal justice courses as needed at the West Campus.
Travel to promote the law enforcement academy.
Perform other duties as assigned by the dean or department chair.