Sergeant of Accreditation

Temple University's Public Safety Department is searching for a Sergeant of Accreditation.
Become a part of the Temple family and you will have access to the following:
A hybrid work schedule
Full medical, dental, vision coverage Paid time off
11 Paid Holidays (including the day after Thanksgiving & winter break)
Tuition remission - eligible employees and their dependents can obtain a degree TUITION FREE
A generous retirement plan and so much more!
Job Summary 
Reporting to the Vice President of Public Safety or designee, the Sergeant of Accreditation oversees the accreditation activities for the Public Safety department, with the specific goals of achieving and maintaining accreditation, first through the Commission on Accreditation for Law Enforcement Agencies (CALEA), and subsequently through the International Association of Campus Law Enforcement Administrators (IACLEA) and the Pennsylvania Law Enforcement Accreditation Commission (PLEAC). To achieve these goals, the Sergeant of Accreditation remains current on CALEA, IACLEA, and PLEAC standards as well as applicable regulations and guidelines; identifies gaps between those standards and departmental policies and procedures; and makes recommendations to and works with departmental leadership to close those gaps. In addition, the Sergeant is responsible for managing the department’s catalog of policies and procedures, providing trainings and presentations to stakeholders regarding the accreditation process, and representing the department on accreditation-related matters.
This position requires a background check.
Required Education & Experience:
*Bachelor’s degree in law enforcement, business administration or related field, and a minimum of four years of relevant experience that includes law enforcement, policy development, managing large projects
*A minimum of two years of experience overseeing, managing, or closely assisting with law enforcement accreditation
* Current MPOETC certification or certification under the Municipal Police Officer’s Training Act (Act 120)
Preferred:
*Current CALEA of Accreditation certification, or the ability to obtain certification within 12 months.
Required Skills & Abilities:
*Knowledge and experience managing or leading a CALEA’s Law Enforcement Accreditation program
*Proficient with Microsoft Office suite and other software programs
*Ability to foster cooperative working relationships with department members and outside agencies.
*Strong organizational skills and written and interpersonal communication skills.
*Knowledge of modern law enforcement management principles, practices, and methods.
*Knowledge of all computer hardware and applications related to the performance of the essential function of the job.
*Knowledge of the software PowerDMS.
Temple University is committed to a policy of equal opportunity for all in every aspect of its operations, including employment, service, and educational programs. The University has pledged not to discriminate on the basis of age, color, disability, marital status, national origin or ethnic origin, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or veteran status.
Compliance Statement: In the performance of their functions as detailed in the position description employees have an obligation to avoid ethical, legal, financial and other conflicts of interest to ensure that their actions and outside activities do not conflict with their primary employment responsibilities at the institution. Employees are also expected to understand and be in compliance with applicable laws, University and employment policies and regulations, including NCAA regulations for areas and departments which their essential functions cause them to interact.
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