Front Range Community College
Director, Law Enforcement Academy
Front Range Community College, Fort Collins, Colorado, us, 80523
Who We Are
With three campuses along Colorado’s Front Range, FRCC is the state’s largest community college. We enroll close to 28,000 students annually from our diverse service area, which offers a variety of cultural and recreational activities.
Each year approximately 5,000 FRCC students transfer to four-year universities and FRCC offers more than 36 career training programs that prepare students for immediate employment and rewarding careers. Last year, more than 5,000 high school students took concurrent enrollment classes with us, earning college credit without having to pay college tuition. And we were recently ranked as one of the “Top Online Colleges” in the country by Newsweek.
One of FRCC’s main goals is to offer educational excellence for everyone. The college’s strong commitment to student success means we start by creating an inclusive and equitable environment—one where both students and employees feel they belong and are supported. FRCC’s focus on diversity, equity and inclusion is woven into the fabric of our college conversations and decision-making processes. We are actively seeking to hire a workforce that reflects the diversity of our student body.
The college is also an emerging Hispanic Serving Institution. For us, becoming an HSI is an intentional commitment to being a college where our Latinx (and other historically marginalized) students thrive.
FRCC employees and leaders work hard to create a culture of collaboration, innovation and pride. We’re looking to hire people who share these values—along with our commitment to student success, equity and excellence.
Who You Are As the Law Enforcement Academy Director, you will provide leadership and direction for Front Range Community College’s Law Enforcement Academy (LEA) and its instructional program in accordance with the Colorado Peace Officer Standards and Training (POST) regulations, the Colorado Community College System (CCCS) regulations, the State Board for Community Colleges and Occupational Education’s Career and Technical Education policies and procedures, and those of Front Range Community College (FRCC). This position reports directly to the Dean of Social Sciences, Education & Public Service, and will implement FRCC’s student focused culture with a commitment to delivering high-quality instruction and support. As the Director, you will be required to teach classes as needed and collaborate with participating law enforcement agency leadership.
This position partners with POST and local law enforcement agency partners, who sponsor cadets for the LEA program. Graduates of this program are prepared to sit for the state POST certification exam and are successfully prepared to begin a career as a sworn peace officer in the state of Colorado. This program is designed to be completed in 18 weeks with cadets attending full time.
The ideal candidate will have a passion for continuous improvement of programs and operations that enhance the student and community experience while possessing a clear understanding of POST regulations, trends and innovations in the field of public safety and programming best practices so FRCC’s LEA program is at the forefront of the evolution of law enforcement training.
Please note: You need to be a Colorado resident on your first day of employment.
SALARY:
$115,000 - $120,000 annually
BENEFITS:
Please click here to find more information about APT & Faculty Benefits
SELECTION PROCESS:
Position will remain open until filled with a priority deadline of December 17, 2024. This posting may be used to fill multiple or similar positions.
Preliminary screening will be made on the basis of a completed application package submitted by the candidate. In your application, please include a resume and cover letter that specifically addresses how your background and experience align with requirements, qualification and responsibilities of the Law Enforcement Academy Director.
LEA Program Planning, Development and Management: Implement the college’s strategic plan as it applies to the Academy. Provide overall direction for the program, including planning and implementing innovations in law enforcement training. Ensure the LEA program complies with FRCC, CCCS, and Colorado POST requirements by interpreting and applying relevant policies, procedures, laws, and regulations. Foster a program culture of belonging by aligning with FRCC’s commitment to Equity, Diversity and Inclusion as outlined in the Philosophy of Inclusion. Manage LEA curriculum development to meet POST and CCCS requirements, ensuring it meets or exceeds state standards for community responsiveness. Manage sensitive inquiries, resolve complaints, and review and approve program reports for the college. Engage with law enforcement agencies served by the academy to incorporate industry feedback and perspectives in alignment with POST and CCCS requirements. Collaborate with Dean in ongoing assessment, evaluation and enhancement of the LEA program to improve student outcomes, efficiency, equity, and inclusion. In collaboration with the Dean, develop the program’s annual budget and Perkin’s Grant requests. Leadership & Supervision: Lead a collaborative culture focused on student success by working with Deans, Directors, staff, LEA instructors, and stakeholders to support teamwork, decision-making, and trust-building. Provide leadership, supervision and mentorship to direct reports and LEA instructors, modeling professionalism and supporting the program’s mission. Guide staff in making data-driven, equity-focused, and care-centered decisions. Train, supervise, and evaluate direct reports in accordance with policies, procedures and applicable state and federal laws. Develop efforts to recruit, train, supervise and support a diverse staff. Collaboration & Partnerships: Serve as a liaison with local law enforcement agencies and Colorado POST, participate on a variety of boards and commissions related to law enforcement, and participate in professional group meetings. Support the chair of the college’s LEA advisory board in facilitation of meetings, attend POST director meetings, and participate in college and system initiatives, including those related to equity, diversity, and inclusion. Community Relationships: Expand, build and maintain strategic partnerships with public and private sectors, including executive law enforcement leaders and a robust Advisory Board, to enhance the LEA program. Collaborate with statewide subject matter experts and the Colorado POST board to ensure curriculum compliance and continuous improvement. Teaching: Teach within the program and serve as a back-up instructor for all but the skills courses as needed. Required Education/Training & Work Experience: Relevant current industry license or certification. OR Associate’s degree in police science, criminal justice, business management or a leadership field, sociology, education, or related fields. AND Two (2) years of verifiable occupation/industry experience within the last seven (7) years from any of the following: Corrections, Probation, Parole, Sheriff's offices, city or county police officers, law enforcement commissioned Game Wardens, State Troopers, military police, or agents of Federal Law Enforcement Agencies. Possession of, or ability to obtain, an appropriate valid driver's license. Possession of, or ability to obtain, First Aid and CPR Certificates. Current or previous law enforcement certification in any state and in good standing. Possession of, or ability to obtain, an appropriate Colorado CCCS Career and Technical Education (CTE) credential. Ability to pass a law enforcement background check.
Welcoming. Respectful. Inclusive. Together, we are FRCC. #J-18808-Ljbffr
Each year approximately 5,000 FRCC students transfer to four-year universities and FRCC offers more than 36 career training programs that prepare students for immediate employment and rewarding careers. Last year, more than 5,000 high school students took concurrent enrollment classes with us, earning college credit without having to pay college tuition. And we were recently ranked as one of the “Top Online Colleges” in the country by Newsweek.
One of FRCC’s main goals is to offer educational excellence for everyone. The college’s strong commitment to student success means we start by creating an inclusive and equitable environment—one where both students and employees feel they belong and are supported. FRCC’s focus on diversity, equity and inclusion is woven into the fabric of our college conversations and decision-making processes. We are actively seeking to hire a workforce that reflects the diversity of our student body.
The college is also an emerging Hispanic Serving Institution. For us, becoming an HSI is an intentional commitment to being a college where our Latinx (and other historically marginalized) students thrive.
FRCC employees and leaders work hard to create a culture of collaboration, innovation and pride. We’re looking to hire people who share these values—along with our commitment to student success, equity and excellence.
Who You Are As the Law Enforcement Academy Director, you will provide leadership and direction for Front Range Community College’s Law Enforcement Academy (LEA) and its instructional program in accordance with the Colorado Peace Officer Standards and Training (POST) regulations, the Colorado Community College System (CCCS) regulations, the State Board for Community Colleges and Occupational Education’s Career and Technical Education policies and procedures, and those of Front Range Community College (FRCC). This position reports directly to the Dean of Social Sciences, Education & Public Service, and will implement FRCC’s student focused culture with a commitment to delivering high-quality instruction and support. As the Director, you will be required to teach classes as needed and collaborate with participating law enforcement agency leadership.
This position partners with POST and local law enforcement agency partners, who sponsor cadets for the LEA program. Graduates of this program are prepared to sit for the state POST certification exam and are successfully prepared to begin a career as a sworn peace officer in the state of Colorado. This program is designed to be completed in 18 weeks with cadets attending full time.
The ideal candidate will have a passion for continuous improvement of programs and operations that enhance the student and community experience while possessing a clear understanding of POST regulations, trends and innovations in the field of public safety and programming best practices so FRCC’s LEA program is at the forefront of the evolution of law enforcement training.
Please note: You need to be a Colorado resident on your first day of employment.
SALARY:
$115,000 - $120,000 annually
BENEFITS:
Please click here to find more information about APT & Faculty Benefits
SELECTION PROCESS:
Position will remain open until filled with a priority deadline of December 17, 2024. This posting may be used to fill multiple or similar positions.
Preliminary screening will be made on the basis of a completed application package submitted by the candidate. In your application, please include a resume and cover letter that specifically addresses how your background and experience align with requirements, qualification and responsibilities of the Law Enforcement Academy Director.
LEA Program Planning, Development and Management: Implement the college’s strategic plan as it applies to the Academy. Provide overall direction for the program, including planning and implementing innovations in law enforcement training. Ensure the LEA program complies with FRCC, CCCS, and Colorado POST requirements by interpreting and applying relevant policies, procedures, laws, and regulations. Foster a program culture of belonging by aligning with FRCC’s commitment to Equity, Diversity and Inclusion as outlined in the Philosophy of Inclusion. Manage LEA curriculum development to meet POST and CCCS requirements, ensuring it meets or exceeds state standards for community responsiveness. Manage sensitive inquiries, resolve complaints, and review and approve program reports for the college. Engage with law enforcement agencies served by the academy to incorporate industry feedback and perspectives in alignment with POST and CCCS requirements. Collaborate with Dean in ongoing assessment, evaluation and enhancement of the LEA program to improve student outcomes, efficiency, equity, and inclusion. In collaboration with the Dean, develop the program’s annual budget and Perkin’s Grant requests. Leadership & Supervision: Lead a collaborative culture focused on student success by working with Deans, Directors, staff, LEA instructors, and stakeholders to support teamwork, decision-making, and trust-building. Provide leadership, supervision and mentorship to direct reports and LEA instructors, modeling professionalism and supporting the program’s mission. Guide staff in making data-driven, equity-focused, and care-centered decisions. Train, supervise, and evaluate direct reports in accordance with policies, procedures and applicable state and federal laws. Develop efforts to recruit, train, supervise and support a diverse staff. Collaboration & Partnerships: Serve as a liaison with local law enforcement agencies and Colorado POST, participate on a variety of boards and commissions related to law enforcement, and participate in professional group meetings. Support the chair of the college’s LEA advisory board in facilitation of meetings, attend POST director meetings, and participate in college and system initiatives, including those related to equity, diversity, and inclusion. Community Relationships: Expand, build and maintain strategic partnerships with public and private sectors, including executive law enforcement leaders and a robust Advisory Board, to enhance the LEA program. Collaborate with statewide subject matter experts and the Colorado POST board to ensure curriculum compliance and continuous improvement. Teaching: Teach within the program and serve as a back-up instructor for all but the skills courses as needed. Required Education/Training & Work Experience: Relevant current industry license or certification. OR Associate’s degree in police science, criminal justice, business management or a leadership field, sociology, education, or related fields. AND Two (2) years of verifiable occupation/industry experience within the last seven (7) years from any of the following: Corrections, Probation, Parole, Sheriff's offices, city or county police officers, law enforcement commissioned Game Wardens, State Troopers, military police, or agents of Federal Law Enforcement Agencies. Possession of, or ability to obtain, an appropriate valid driver's license. Possession of, or ability to obtain, First Aid and CPR Certificates. Current or previous law enforcement certification in any state and in good standing. Possession of, or ability to obtain, an appropriate Colorado CCCS Career and Technical Education (CTE) credential. Ability to pass a law enforcement background check.
Welcoming. Respectful. Inclusive. Together, we are FRCC. #J-18808-Ljbffr