Job Title: Independent Contractor Investigator
Agency: KeyPoint Government Solutions
Location: Texarkana, AR
Requirements: Investigators will conduct background investigations as independent contractors in support of national security, focusing on casework for the Office of Personnel Management.
Engagements include conducting background investigations for the purpose of determining employment suitability of persons who require access to sensitive or classified U.S. Government information. Independent contractors will conduct face-to-face interviews with the subject and his/her neighbors, employers, friends, and family, as well as perform record searches at police agencies, courthouses, educational institutions, financial institutions, and medical/mental health facilities. Information obtained will be reported in a clear and concise report on a KeyPoint-facilitated, government-mandated computer system.
This position is ideal for candidates who have other commitments and are only seeking supplementary or limited income with schedule flexibility by operating on their own. Investigators work from their own homes and the investigation territory includes work within a 100-mile radius of the investigator’s home.
Independent contractors without current/recent OPM experience must be willing to attend a 3-week unpaid training class (travel expenses are reimbursed). The first week of training is remote through internet and phone conference from the investigator’s home. Weeks 2 and 3 take place at our Loveland, CO office.
Minimum requirements:
- Candidates with experience conducting OPM background investigations preferred; candidates with 3-5 years of progressively responsible work experience may be considered
- Active federal security clearance with an SSBI is preferred; applicants without clearance must be able to pass a thorough background investigation
- U.S. citizenship (required for security clearance)
- Due to travel requirements, a valid driver's license and reliable transportation with proof of current auto insurance are required
- Intermediate typing (20+ WPM) and computer skills
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to effectively manage time and work independently
- Ability to professionally and effectively interact with a variety of individuals
Salary/Range: Engagement Completed Basis
How to Apply: Go to www.keypoint.us.com/Careers/CurrentOpenings
Contact Name: Emily Harms
Telephone Number: 866-667-3635 x7587
Date Posted: Friday, June 25, 2010 - 1:40 PM
Job Title: Investigator
Agency: KeyPoint Government Solutions
Location: Phoenix, AZ
Requirements: Investigators will conduct background investigations on a full-time basis in support of national security, focusing on casework for the Office of Personnel Management (OPM).
Primary duties include, but are not limited to, conducting background investigations for the purpose of determining employment suitability of persons who require access to sensitive or classified U.S. Government information. Investigators will conduct fact-to-face interview with the subject and his/her neighbors, employers, friends, and family. Investigators will also perform record searches at police agencies, courthouses, educational institutions, financial institutions, and medical/mental health facilities. Investigators then report all obtained information in a clear and concise report on a government computer system (provided).
Minimum requirements:
- Candidates with experience conducting OPM background investigations preferred; if there are no applicants with OPM experience, candidates with 3-5 years of progressively responsible work experience may be considered
- Active federal security clearance with an SSBI is preferred; if chosen candidate does not have an active clearance, must be able to obtain & maintain government security clearance, which includes an investigation of 10+ years of history including items such as residence, education, employment, financial, medical, and personal records
- U.S. citizenship (required for security clearance)
- Due to travel requirements, a valid driver's license and reliable transportation are required
- Intermediate typing (20+ WPM) and computer skills
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to effectively manage time with limited supervision · Ability to professionally and effectively interact with a variety of individuals
How to Apply: Go to www.keypoint.us.com/Careers/CurrentOpenings
Contact Name: Emily Harms
Telephone Number: 866-667-3635 x7587
Date Posted: Friday, June 25, 2010 - 1:30 PM
Job Title: Police and Corrections Reform Specialist
Agency: Emergence Group
Location: Overseas Assignment
Requirements: The Emergence Group designs and implements world class Criminal Justice Reform and Democratic Policing programs around the world. We adapt to host-country conditions, and are highly responsive to the needs and expectations of our funders and host-country partners. All areas of functional law enforcement and corrections expertise are sought.
Requirements:
- Minimum eight years experience
- Must be 21 years of age and possess valid driver’s license
- Good health
Salary/Range: $5,000 - $20,000 per month
How to Apply: Please submit your qualifications and resume via our website at http://www.theemergencegroup.com/careers/index.html
Date Posted: Sunday, May 16, 2010 - 12:32 PM
Job Title: Training Lieutenant
Agency: Wyoming Department of Corrections
Location: Rawlins, WY
Requirements: Responsibilities include:
- Research, design, develop, evaluate, edit and revise lesson plans, performance objectives and training aids.
- Facilitate training through delivering lectures, facilitating group discussions and activities, monitoring and evaluating guided practice.
- Evaluate and measure participant’s increased knowledge base and skill set.
- Perform task and needs assessments.
- Plan annual curriculum, ensuring that supplies, materials, and personnel are available.
- Provide a safe, interactive learning environment by using the adult learning theory.
- Travel to participate in and/or facilitate training.
- May be required to perform line lieutenant duties such as shift supervision, inmate disciplinary process, security audits, inspections, coordinating schedules and responding to incidents within the facility.
Salary/Range: $50,000 - $59,000
How to Apply: To apply online go to http://statejobs.state.wy.us/JobSearchDetail.aspx?ID=16696
Contact Name: Brenda Reedy
Telephone Number: 307-777-3436
Date Posted: Sunday, May 16, 2010 - 11:35 AM
Job Title: Executive Director
Agency: Michigan Commission on Law Enforcement Standards
Location: Lansing, MI
Requirements: The Executive Director is appointed by and serves at the pleasure of the Commission. The Executive Director is responsible for carrying out the policy directives set by the Commission, pursuant to Michigan Public Act 203 of 1965, and for conforming the operations and practices of the Commission and its staff to the policies of state government. The Executive Director also functions as the civilian commander of the Michigan Commission on Law Enforcement Standards Division of the Michigan Department of State Police. Key duties of the Executive Director are as follows:
• Direction, management and supervision of a professional staff in the administration of the state’s mandatory standards for selection, training, employment, licensing, and retention of Michigan’s 21,000 law enforcement officers;
• Administration of the Michigan Justice Training program, which distributes funding in support of criminal justice training, pursuant to Michigan Public Act 302 of 1982;
• Administration of Michigan’s Police Officer’s and Firefighter’s Survivor Tuition program, which provides college tuition assistance to the survivors of police officers and firefighters who have perished in the line of duty, operated under Michigan Public Act 195 of 1996.
• Administration of the Public Safety Officer Benefits program, which provides financial assistance in instances wherein public safety officers have suffered disabling injuries or death in the line of duty, operated under Michigan Public Act 46 of 2004.
• Administration of the Training to Locals program, which provides financial assistance to law enforcement agencies in developing law enforcement officer candidates.
• Administration of the federally funded Stop Violence Against Women program; and,
• Operation of the MCOLES Information and Tracking Network, a web enabled information system providing a platform for business transactions between MCOLES and its law enforcement and criminal justice clients across the State of Michigan.
Candidate Qualifications:
The ideal candidate will have accumulated a well-balanced
professional portfolio that includes practical experience in law enforcement or a related field
as well as academic achievement. Work experience including the supervision of personnel,
project management and administrative leadership is a requisite for this position. A
successful candidate must possess a Bachelor’s degree, however, an advanced degree and/or
evidence of advanced or continuing education is preferable. Candidates for this position
must demonstrate excellent written and oral communication skills. In addition to these
requirements, a successful candidate must possess good moral character as demonstrated by
personal disclosure, a favorable background investigation, and psychological screening.
Candidates must be willing to engage in competitive personnel screening exercises designed
to assist the Commission in identifying the most qualified candidate for this position.
Salary/Range: $81,721 to $111,100
How to Apply: Serious candidates are invited to apply for this position.
Application must be made through Michigan’s NEOGOV system. NEOGOV may be accessed at
http://agency.governmentjobs.com/michigan/default.cfm. At the NEOGOV web site, under “categories” check the
administration box. Under “Locations” check the Ingham County box. Under “Department”
check the State Police box. Then click the red “Go” button at the bottom of the search
criteria box. This will take you to a page that will allow you to select the application for this
position. We require that applicants
electronically attach the following documents to their application: a copy of the candidate’s
resume; and, a cover letter describing the candidate’s employment goals. Specific
directions on how to make these attachments may be found at the NEOGOV site. Letters of
endorsement should be sent to:
Michigan Commission on Law Enforcement Standards
106 W. Allegan, Suite 600
Lansing, Michigan 48909
Attention: Executive Director Search
Application Deadline: May 21, 2010
Contact Name: David W. King
Telephone Number: 517-322-1417
Date Posted: Tuesday, April 27, 2010 - 2:05 PM
Job Title: General Police Instructor
Agency: Kansas Law Enforcement Training Center
Location: Hutchinson, KS
Requirements: The Kansas Law Enforcement Training Center (KLETC), a unit of the University of Kansas Continuing Education, wishes to fill one (1) General Police Instructor position. This is primarily an instructional position and the successful applicant will have the highest credentials and experiential qualifications. This is a non-tenured, full-time, twelve-month continuing appointment, unclassified professional position, subject to annual review. The General Police Instructor will assist in and/or be responsible for the instruction of student officers in basic, advanced and specialized law enforcement classes, courses and seminars conducted by the Kansas Law Enforcement Training Center. The General Police Instructor is also responsible for development of curricula and learning objectives for general police subjects and instruction of basic training classes and in-service training classes at KLETC and outreach sites across the state. There will be other tasks, duties and assignments which are related to the instructional mission of the Center. The person in this position will report directly to the Assistant Director of the Kansas Law Enforcement Training Center. Some travel is required. REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS: 1. Baccalaureate degree from an institution accredited by one of the six regional accreditation associations in the United States recognized by the University of Kansas or the ability to obtain a Baccalaureate degree within six months of hiring; 2. A minimum of five years of increasingly responsible experience as a full-time, state certified law enforcement officer; 3. Effective written communications skills as evident in application materials; 4. Ability to instruct or be trained to instruct firearms; emergency vehicle operation; physical defense tactics; vehicle stops; and practical training in officer survival. 5. Holder of or ability to obtain a valid and current Kansas driver’s license. PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS: 1.Baccalaureate degree specifically in adult education or an academic discipline related to law enforcement from an institution accredited by one of the six regional accreditation associations in the United States recognized by the University of Kansas; 2.Post-Baccalaureate degree, or progress toward such a degree, in an academic discipline related to adult education or law enforcement from an institution accredited by one of the six regional accreditation associations in the United States recognized by the University of Kansas; 3.Ten years or more of full-time experience as a state certified law enforcement officer; 4. Experience in the training, education and/or instruction of adults; 5. Experience as a law enforcement instructor in a law enforcement training academy or college setting. Finalist will be required to make a brief (approximately 10 minutes) impromptu, oral instructional presentation to the interviewing committee on a subject selected by the committee and complete a written exercise.
Salary/Range: $54,800
How to Apply: To apply, go to https://jobs.ku.edu and search for requisition 0416094, position 00005938
Application Deadline: May 7, 2010
Contact Name: Lisa Webster
Telephone Number: (620) 694-1400
Date Posted: Friday, April 09, 2010 - 5:56 PM
Job Title: GLOBAL CJPS (CRIMINAL JUSTICE PROGRAM SUPPORT) GENERALIST
Agency: SAIC
Location: Various Overseas Locations
Requirements: SAIC is currently pursuing opportunities to support the U.S. Government in the areas of training and other support in the area of criminal justice. We are currently seeking law enforcement, prosecutorial, correctional, and judicial professionals to provide support to criminal justice programs in overseas locations.
These assignments will be for one year (with the option to extend) and will be in various overseas locations, such as Liberia, Haiti, Colombia, Kosovo, Iraq, Afghanistan, and other countries to be determined.
You must be a U.S. Citizen and possess relevant experience, as well as have the ability to pass a required background investigation.
How to Apply: For more information and immediate consideration, please submit your resume at www.saic.com/career referencing Req ID number 152942.
Date Posted: Friday, March 26, 2010 - 10:49 AM
Job Title: Independent Police Monitor
Agency: City of New Orleans
Location: New Orleans, LA
Requirements: The Independent Police Monitor will head a newly formed agency to oversee how the New Orleans Police Department (NOPD) handles invesigations of police misconduct, collect, analyze, and report on relevant data, issue recommendations for NOPD reform, and engage in community outreach. The Independent Police Monitor shall be an attorney with substantial experience in criminal, civil rights, and/or labor law, or corporate and/or governmental investigations; or an individual with at least five years experience in law enforcement oversight, preferably with a graduate degree. Knowledge of law enforcement, particularly of internal investigations oif wrongdoing and uses of force, is essential. The Independent Police Monitor shall possess impeccable integrity, sound judgment, and an ability to relate effectively with all those who have a stake in law enforcement. The Independent Police Monitor shall also possess an understanding of the city's ethnic diversity, cultural traditions, and socio-economic situation.
Salary/Range: $131,468
How to Apply: Resumes should be submitted electronically to ipmapplication@nolaoig.org along with a signed and dated letter stating, "Iunderstand that my application is a public record under Louisiana law, and may be releasedon request. I give my consent to a background check, including criminal history, in furtherance of my application for this position." The three finalists will appear in two public meetings in April 2010 to answer questions from members of the public. The candidate will be reimbursed for travel expenses.
Application Deadline: March 31, 2010
Telephone Number: 504-681-3200
Date Posted: Friday, March 05, 2010 - 9:57 AM
Job Title: POST Division Administrator
Agency: Idaho State Police
Location: Meridian, ID
Requirements: The POST Division Administrator is a non-classified position. The incumbent is responsible for ensuring the basic training of all Idaho peace officers, county detention officers, adult probation and parole officers, dispatchers, juvenile and adult corrections officers, and juvenile probation officers. POST facilitates delivery of in-service training and continuing education courses to criminal justice practitioners throughout Idaho. POST establishes minimum standards for employment, issues various levels of professional certification, and manages a self-sponsored student program in some disciplines. The POST Division Administrator reports to the Director of the Idaho State Police and receives guidance and direction from a fifteen member Council representing law enforcement agencies and other organizations within the law enforcement community. Their principle purpose is to establish and enforce the training, education, and professional standards for Idaho Peace Officers.
Minimum Requirements
# A baccalaureate or higher degree from an accredited institution.
# Considerable knowledge of and/or experience in public agency management, criminal justice systems, application/interpretation of state and federal laws, development of law enforcement training standards, and creation of public safety policy, procedure, and protocol.
Salary/Range: $27.71 - $50.98 per hour, plus benefits
How to Apply: Apply online at labor.idaho.gov
Application Deadline: February 15, 2010
Contact Name: jobs@isp.idaho.gov
Telephone Number: (208) 884-7018
Date Posted: Wednesday, January 27, 2010 - 1:16 PM
Job Title: Training & Curriculum Development Coordinator
Agency: Vermont Criminal Justice Training Council
Location: Pittsford, VT
Requirements: Curriculum development and training work at a professional level involving the development, implementation, and evaluation of law enforcement training at the Vermont Police Academy for the Criminal Justice Training Council. Assignments of specific trainer may relate largely to a specific program although involvement may be throughout all program areas. Duties include supervision students and faculty for each incoming class both on the basic and in-service level, preparing and delivering classroom instruction, supervising contractual agreements, lesson plans, and coordination of special projects relating to the development of the training facility. Extensive liaison occurs with department managers and staff, adjunct faculty contractual parties, and students. Work is performed under the direction of the Criminal Justice Training Council Executive Director.
Minimum Qualifications:
Considerable knowledge of accident and criminal investigation methods and techniques.
Knowledge of individual and group dynamics.
Knowledge of motor vehicle and criminal laws.
Knowledge of legal documents and their use.
Ability to learn and acquire skill in the preparation of curricula lesson plans, examinations, and methods of evaluating student progress.
Competence in the use of firearms.
Ability to personally demonstrate and conduct physical education exercises.
Ability and willingness to attend and successfully complete advanced law enforcement and law enforcement training courses.
Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:
Education and Experience: Bachelor's degree and two years of full-time law enforcement experience, OR Associate's degree and four years of full-time law enforcement experience, OR High School Diploma and five years of full-time law enforcement experience.
Note: Must be certified, or eligible for certification, as a full-time Vermont law enforcement officer.
Note: Must pass and maintain physical training assessment at 40th percentile per Cooper Standards.
Salary/Range: $19.09 per hour
How to Apply: If you would like more information regarding this position, please contact RJ Elrick at RJ.Elrick@state.vt.us or 802-483-6228. Resumes will not be accepted via e-mail. You must apply online to be considered.
Further information and application details can be found at: https://erecruit.per.state.vt.us
Application Deadline: Open until filled
Contact Name: R.J. Elrick
Telephone Number: 802-483-6228
Date Posted: Thursday, December 17, 2009 - 2:36 PM
Job Title: Criminal Justice Faculty
Agency: Broward College
Location: Ft. Lauderdale, FL
Requirements: Duties include the ability to provide basic, advanced and remedial defensive tactics training to police and corrections candidates and police personnel, evaluating proficiency examinations, developing lesson plans, practical exercises, and corrections candidates and police personnel, evaluating proficiency examinations, developing lesson plans, practical exercises, and other training aides; also required to maintain related equipment. Instruction will involve classroom, lecture, physical demonstration of techniques and constructive feedback to students. This position will be the lead instructor for all defensive tactics training courses.
Minimum Education:
Minimum of a High School diploma or equivalent. Bachelor's Degree preferred.
Minimum Experience/Training:
Requires five or more years as a state certified law enforcement officer. A minimum of five years of defensive tactics training experience is required. Prior experience in supervision for defensive tactics instructors or law enforcement officers is preferred. Must have the ability to demonstrate and maintain physical proficiency in all Florida CMS Basic Recruit Training Program defensive tactics techniques and be available to work evenings and weekends. Must have a working knowledge of basic law enforcement training and a valid CPR certification and well developed interpersonal leadership skills
How to Apply: Apply on-line through https://jobs.broward.edu.
• A complete online employment application is required and if the position requests it, additional documents may need to be attached.
• Cover Letter
• CV/resume
• Copies of transcripts/diplomas (official or unofficial)
-Upon selection, official transcripts will be required.
-Employment is contingent upon Florida Department of Law Enforcement background verification, to include fingerprinting of candidates.
-Positions are contingent upon budget approval by the Board of Trustees.
Application Deadline: Open until filled
Telephone Number: (800) 682-3646
Date Posted: Thursday, March 26, 2009 - 9:38 AM
Job Title: Police Advisor
Agency: U.S. Department of State - International Civilian Police Program
Location: Afghanistan
Requirements: The Department of State is seeking experienced police officers who are eager to accept a challenging and rigorous assignment to serve with the United States CIVPOL in Afghanistan. Police officers with specialized skills such as Police Driving Instruction, Female Basic Police Instruction, Criminal Investigations, Firearms Instruction, and Civil & Criminal Intelligence are needed to advise the Afghanistan National Police forces in modern democratic policing techniques.
American police officers who serve one year training police overseas gain as much as they give. Their experience teaching democratic police work is unique, and they bring a valuable new perspective to their jobs and their communities. Officers of all ranks return home with more acute problem-solving skills, a strong awareness of different cultures, and a profound appreciation for the role of law enforcement at all levels of a democratic society.
Applicant must be a U.S. Citizen with at least five (5) years experience (at least eight (8) years is preferred) as a sworn civilian law enforcement officer with full arrest powers. Applicant must be an actively serving law officer, or recently retired/separated within five (5) years of active employment. A valid U.S. passport will be required. Applicant must have sufficient health to pass a law enforcement physical and an agility test. Applicant must also be able to qualify with a 9mm semi-automatic handgun and operate a standard transmission vehicle. Proficiency in English is another requirement. Applicants for the Afghanistan mission must have an FTO certification or FTO experience verifiable through a POST (state) certified agency, or have held the rank of sergeant or above thereby guaranteeing required supervisory experience.
Salary/Range: Uo $118,400 annually
How to Apply: Send resumes and/or inquiries to chanel.mann@dyn-intl.com
Contact Name: Chanel Mann
Telephone Number: 214-524-6039
Date Posted: Wednesday, March 05, 2008 - 5:12 PM
Job Title: Database Specialist
Agency: IADLEST
Location: Sykesville, Maryland
Requirements: Database development and administration specialist to assist in the implementation of the new IADLEST National Public Safety Officer Decertification Database. The successful candidate will have knowledge of, and experience with, design of web enabled database systems using SQL and PHP.
Knowledge of *nix system administration, web services, authentication and encryption methods is desirable.
Full or part-time opportunity.
Salary/Range: Negotiable
How to Apply: Submit resume to:
Ray Franklin
Public Safety Education and Training Center
6852 4th Street
Sykesville, MD 21784
or
mail@rayfranklin.com
or
fax to 410-875-3500
Application Deadline:
Contact Name: Ray Franklin
Telephone Number: 410-971-8088
Send comments and corrections to Ray Franklin, POST-Net Operations Manager, rfranklin@iadlest.org.