Location: Fort Collins,CO, USA
Who We AreWith 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 AreAs 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.
Primary Duties
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 Competencies
Leadership: Hires, supervises, and mentors program staff to build a team that innovates and collaborates. Promotes a program culture that supports student success through actively seeking feedback, recognizing employee success, and communicating frequently.Workforce, Community Relations, and Partnership Development: Works effectively with stakeholder groups and to understand their needs and utilize judgement on how to build and maintain relationships. Engages in and supports collaborative efforts with local industry and develops partnerships in the workforce development space that have strong student outcomes.Innovation and Initiative: Promotes the program and develops partnerships with a strong focus on student success. Champions teaching strategies and delivery modalities that have resulted in improved student outcomes.Operational Planning: Turns the strategic plan into an operational roadmap that guides the program. Supports teams in tying their goals to the college's strategic plan.Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion: Champions equity and inclusion within the college and college department through policies and practices that support all employees, students, and visitors. Works with community and college stakeholders to promote diversity, equity, and inclusion in program. Demonstrates behaviors that convey the importance of diverse-lived experiences and using an equity lens to guide decisions. Planning and Budgeting: Collaborates to develop program plans in alignment with college's strategic plan. Monitors yearly department budgets.Evaluation for Improvement: Reviews evaluations of program and seeks ways to improve performance where data reveals that achievement is not on track. Implements changes and reassess.Communication: Uses strong oral and written communication skills to share critical information and concepts with a wide variety of audiences. Ensures timely sharing of key information to college and community stakeholders. Communicates effectively with individuals with different backgrounds. Communicates in a way that is consistent, competent, and confident while choosing words carefully and articulates expectations clearly.
Qualifications
Required Education/Training & Work Experience:Relevant current industry license or certification.ORAssociate's degree in police science, criminal justice, business management or a leadership field, sociology, education, or related fields.ANDTwo (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.
Benefit-Eligible EmployeesGroup Health BenefitsIf you are an APT, staff, or faculty and are scheduled to work at least 30 hours per week, you are eligible for benefits on the first day you officially begin active employment. FRCC offers a variety of family-friendly benefits designed to support your physical, emotional and financial health, including: Medical, dental and vision insurance Flexible Spending Accounts for Medical and Dependent Care Life, AD&D and Disability Insurance Paid Time Off Paid Community or School Volunteer Leave Leave of Absence Options College Invest 529Additional information regarding benefits can be found at CCCS Employee Benefits.RetirementFRCC employees contribute to Colorado PERA, which provides retirement and other benefits to employees of more than 500 government agencies and public entities in the state of Colorado. PERA is the 21st largest public pension plan in the United States and is a substitute for Social Security; FRCC employees do not contribute to Social Security. PERA eligible employees are required to contribute a fixed percentage of their salary to the pension. Student employees are not eligible to participate in PERA.FRCC and the State of Colorado also offer three tax-deferred supplemental investment plans, including 401(k), 403(b) and 457 plans.Tuition ReimbursementEducation and the success of you and your dependents is a priority at Front Range Community College. We encourage you to develop job skills and abilities which will benefit you as well as our College. Eligible employees, their eligible dependents, and domestic partners may enroll in credit courses at any of the 13 system community colleges.Professional Development OpportunitiesFRCC offers a variety of professional development opportunities to create possibilities for your career and life. We are building a learning community where you can work with diverse individuals, explore new ways of thinking and expand your capabilities.Flexible Work ArrangementsFront Range offers a variety of flexible work arrangements based on departments and positions. Please ask if this is an opportunity for this role.Employee Assistance ProgramOur employee assistance program (EAP) services are available to you and your household members at no cost through the Colorado State Employee Assistance Program (C-SEAP). These confidential services offered to support the wellbeing of both you and your family members include counseling, professional coaching, webinars, mediation, financial assistance, and more. For more information, please visit .BenefitHubAs a State of Colorado employee, you will have access to the BenefitHub website where you will find a variety of local and national discounts.
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As part of this position you will be directing teaching/instruction. It would be helpful for us to know a little about your philosophy around education as well as any teaching and/or training you have provided in the past.
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