ACCREDITATION COORDINATOR

Picturesque Cumberland County is the State’s most populous county having a population of 289,977. Its largest city is Portland and the county geographically extends from Casco Bay to the Lakes Region. Cumberland County has the second largest body of water in the state, Sebago Lake, which provides numerous recreational opportunities. The County is the economic and industrial center of the state, having a strong corporate presence of major domestic and international companies. The County has over 400 dedicated employees, all focused on providing the best customer service to the County residents. Cumberland County is represented by five elected county commissioners and the county manager runs the daily operations.

JOB *PURPOSE: * This is professional services work to facilitate, and coordinate the operational standards and policies within the Sheriff’s Office. Work includes monitoring performance standards, policy implementation and processes for CALEA compliance within Sheriffs law enforcement division including making recommendations for corrective action as necessary. The person filling the position, is non-sworn, but has the authority to make appropriate assignments and enforce deadlines throughout the agency.

QUALIFICATIONS: Associate’s Degree (Required), Bachelor’s Degree (Preferred). Minimum 5 years of combination of education, training, and/or experience in writing policies and procedures related to criminal justice to include supervisory experience. Minimum 5 years’ experience in law enforcement or public safety related field preferred. Advanced experience in current Microsoft Office software programs, PowerDMS, as well as any other software programs necessary to perform the job. Knowledge and proper interpretation of CALEA Standards. Knowledge of the principles and practices of modern law enforcement agency operations and administration. Knowledge of statistical methods and data analysis. Ability to read and interpret materials concerning the public safety agency, law enforcement agency, and criminal justice processes.

Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing, to include policy development. Ability to work independently and solve problems involving many variables. Ability to plan, organize, train agency employees. Ability to speak informatively to public groups concerning the accreditation process.

Ability to analyze facts and to exercise sound judgment in arriving at conclusions and recommendations and the ability to document the same. Ability to complete assignments in a timely fashion. Ability to delegate tasks effectively, accepting responsibility for the outcome. Law enforcement experience desired.

Valid State of Maine Driver’s License.

Cumberland County offers competitive pay, an excellent comprehensive benefits package and is proud of its talented and dedicated workforce. Come join our team and culture of engaged employees. Our strong management team is dedicated to providing employees with inspiring leadership, a positive and friendly workplace, support, encouragement and the necessary tools for success. We offer tuition reimbursement, wellness program, and professional development and training opportunities. This position is non-union Pay Grade 8, starting at $23.93/hour.

See an in-depth list of major responsibilities and download an application and PREA form at www.cumberlandcounty.org/Jobs.

IN ORDER TO BE CONSIDERED FOR THIS POSITION YOU MUST SUBMIT AN APPLICATION FOUND ON OUR WEBSITE. Applications accepted until the position is filled. Interested applicants please submit a cover letter, resume, PREA form and Employment Application via mail, fax, or email to:

Human Resource Department

142 Federal Street, Suite 110

Portland, Maine 04101

jobs@cumberlandcounty(DOT)org

FAX: 207-871-8378

Cumberland County is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or protected Veteran status.