Job Information
University of Kansas Director of Programs in Lawrence, Kansas
29229BR
Job Title:
Director of Programs
Department:
Law Enforcement Training Ctr
Primary Campus:
Kansas Law Enforcement Trn Ctr
Job Description:
80% Oversight and supervision of all basic training, continuing education, and students attending KLETC/CPSL programs.
Provides leadership for and oversight of the development of all training programs and the management, assessment, and quality improvement of all training program curricula.
Oversees the development and revision of training programs in order to meet community and student needs based on trends in law enforcement and best law enforcement practices.
Provides financial oversight for all training programs;
Manages and participates in the development and implementation of long- and short-term goals and priorities for all training programs.
Ensures all programs are in compliance with applicable laws, regulations, and licensing rules.
Directs and supervises current and future training programs, to include the supervision of the Associate Director for Basic Training, the Associate Director for Professional Continuing Education, and the Director of CPSL.
Directs all student disciplinary actions and ensures that all student related issues are handled in accordance with KLETC, University of Kansas, and Kansas Commission on Peace Officers’ Standards and Training directives, policies, and procedures.
Resolves all requests for academic accommodations under the ADA.
Serves as Principal Investigator of Grants and supervises grant employees as necessary.
10% Represents KLETC and the Vice Provost on statewide boards, committees, and commissions. Interacts with the public and/or legislative constituents to represent KLETC.
10% Other duties as assigned.
Req ID (Ex: 10567BR) :
29229BR
Disclaimer:
The University of Kansas prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex, national origin, age, ancestry, disability, status as a veteran, sexual orientation, marital status, parental status, gender identity, gender expression, and genetic information in the university's programs and activities. Retaliation is also prohibited by university policy. The following person has been designated to handle inquiries regarding the nondiscrimination policies and is the Title IX coordinator for all KU and KUMC campuses: Associate Vice Chancellor for Civil Rights and Title IX, civilrights@ku.edu, Room 1082, Dole Human Development Center, 1000 Sunnyside Avenue, Lawrence, KS 66045, 785-864-6414, 711 TTY.
Work Schedule:
M-F/8 a.m. to 5 p.m.
FLSA Status:
Executive
Conditions of Employment:
Serve at the Pleasure
Contact Information to Applicants:
Barbara Harrison
(620)-694-1505
bdharrison@kletc.org
Kansas Law Enforcement Training Center
11009 S. Hornet Road
Hutchinson, KS 67501
Required Qualifications:
Master’s degree from an institution accredited by the Higher Learning Commission in a field directly related to law enforcement.
Five years of increasingly responsible leadership experience as a law enforcement agency or training program administrator.
Seven years of supervisory experience.
Effective written communication skills as evident in application materials.
Employee Class:
U-Unclassified Professional Staff
Advertised Salary Range:
$100,000 - $160,000
FTE:
1.0
Preferred Qualifications:
Ten years of leadership experience as a full-time law enforcement agency or training program administrator.
Training in leadership and management.
Recent management experience in the coordination and supervision of basic law enforcement training or continuing education law enforcement training programs.
Recent experience in and management of curriculum development and testing programs.
Recent experience in the management and supervision of an agency or organization employing 25 or more FTE personnel.
Experience working with diverse groups of people and organizations.
Experience working with members of the Kansas law enforcement and criminal justice community.
Position Overview:
Hutchinson Campus
The Hutchinson Campus consists of 173 acres with fifteen buildings, including two multi-story residential student dormitories.
The Hutchinson Campus is home to the Kansas Law Enforcement Training Center (KLETC). A unit of The University of Kansas (KU), KLETC serves as the central agency for all law enforcement training in the State of Kansas. KLETC manages a $12 million annual budget, 65 authorized FTE staff (augmented by more than 400 contract/adjunct staff annually), and trains nearly 15,000 students annually in residential, online, and outreach programs. KLETC serves 437 recognized law enforcement and police agencies in Kansas, providing basic training and continuing education programs throughout each fiscal year.
In addition to a competitive salary, KU offers great benefits to employees such as paid vacation, sick leave, ten paid holidays, plus one discretionary day, a retirement program, medical and dental insurance, life and disability insurance, other benefit plan options and State of Kansas discounts offered by various vendors. KU also offers employees education and professional development opportunities.
Job Overview
The Director of Programs provides strategic direction, leadership, and overall management of all KLETC campus programs, including the Center for Public Safety Leadership (CPSL). The Director regularly handles detailed, complex issues and problems, interprets, administers, and ensures compliance with Kansas law pertaining to law enforcement admissions, training, and education, balances multiple tasks simultaneously, and makes prompt decisions regarding the administration of training programs.
Reg/Temp:
Regular
Application Review Begins:
05-Nov-2024
Anticipated Start Date:
06-Jan-2025
Additional Candidate Instruction:
In addition to the online application, the following documents are required to be considered for this position:
Cover letter describing how you meet the required and preferred qualifications.
Resume
List of three (3) professional references
Only complete applications will be considered.
Application review begins Tuesday, November 5th, 2024.
Job Family:
Administrative/Management-KUL
Work Location Assignment:
On-Site
Position Requirements:
- Valid Kansas driver’s license or ability to obtain one within 90 days.