What are the responsibilities and job description for the Director, UHD Law Enforcement Academy position at University of Houston-Downtown?
Director, UHD Law Enforcement Academy
Job Summary
The Director of the UHD Law Enforcement Academy (LEA) oversees the operations of the Academy and coordinates the training of both basic peace officer candidates and advanced training for peace officers. This is done in compliance with the applicable Government Code, Texas Occupation Code, Texas Department of Public Safety regulations, and TCOLE statutes and rules. The Director is responsible for managing all aspects of Academy operations and is the sole authority for its management within TCOLE guidelines.
Duties
- Monitors and directs the training program requirements mandated by TCOLE; oversees curriculum updates and scheduling for the academy
- Develops, analyzes, and implements operational guidelines
- Oversees budgets and purchasing for the center operations
- Researches best practices and contemporary training methods for police academic and in-service training operations
- Recruits and reviews employment applications for adjunct instructors
- Oversees the evaluation of instructors, programs, and operations
- Facilitates and coordinates meetings and information exchanges with members of the UHD Law Enforcement Academy Advisory Council
- Coordinates with university administration, staff, and faculty regarding associated programs, strategic planning, and related administrative matters
- Maintains TCOLE Instructor Certification; serves as an instructor in basic peace officer course(s); provides in-service training(s) as required
- Participates in Basic Peace Officer Graduation Ceremonies
Marginal Duties
- Performs all other duties as assigned
Supervisory Responsibilities
- Full-Time Employees
- Regularly assigns work to subordinate(s)
- Has primary responsibility for conducting performance evaluations and making recommendations for hiring and dismissing employees
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Knowledge:
- Knowledge of the operations of the Criminal Justice Training Center and of the related issues, trends, and accepted practices
Skills:
- Good training skills
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
Abilities:
- Ability to effectively communicate with a wide range of individuals and constituencies in a diverse university community
Work Location and Physical Demands
Primary Work Location:
- Works in an office environment
Physical Demands:
- Work is performed in a typical interior work environment which does not subject the employee to any unpleasant elements; the individual has discretion in relation to walking, standing, etc., and has minimal exposure to physical risks
Qualifications
- Master’s degree, or a Master Peace Officer Certification, or an Advanced Peace Officer Certification
- Minimum of ten (10) years of experience as a licensed peace officer, with at least five (5) years of experience in a training or supervisory role
- TCOLE Instructor Certification
Preferred Qualifications
- Lieutenant or Captain rank experience
All positions at the University of Houston-System are security sensitive and will require a criminal history check.
The University of Houston System and its universities are an Equal Opportunity Institution.
Salary : $65,866 - $79,040
