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Tamus

Police Officer

Commerce, TX · On-site

$60K/yr

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Tamus

Police Officer

Commerce, TX · On-site

$60K/yr

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Texas A&M University System

Police Officer

Commerce, TX · On-site

$60K/yr

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City of Sumner

Entry Level Police Officer

Sumner, WA

$88K - $113K/yr

... advisors and doctors. While Sumner retains historic neighborhoods of Craftsman houses and an active ... International Association of Chiefs of Police for its groundbreaking police work on victims ...

City of Sumner, WA

Entry Level Police Officer

Sumner, WA · On-site

$88K - $113K/yr

... advisors and doctors. While Sumner retains historic neighborhoods of Craftsman houses and an active ... International Association of Chiefs of Police for its groundbreaking police work on victims ...

Tamus

Police Communications Officer

Commerce, TX

$40K/yr

If transcripts are from an international institution, it is the responsibility of the applicant to ... Please be advised that Texas A&M University will NOT pay this fee. Therefore, if you need ...

Tamus

Police Communications Officer

Commerce, TX · On-site

$40K/yr

If transcripts are from an international institution, it is the responsibility of the applicant to ... Please be advised that Texas A&M University will NOT pay this fee. Therefore, if you need ...

City of Bellevue

Assistant Police Chief

Bellevue, WA

$189K - $261K/yr

The Assistant Chiefs also serve as the primary advisors to the Chief of Police, formulate policy ... International, Salesforce, Smartsheet, Symetra and T-Mobile. Bellevue is ideally situated along ...

City of Bellevue, WA

Assistant Police Chief

Bellevue, WA · On-site

$189K - $261K/yr

The Assistant Chiefs also serve as the primary advisors to the Chief of Police, formulate policy ... International, Salesforce, Smartsheet, Symetra and T-Mobile. Bellevue is ideally situated along ...

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How much do international police advisor jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 21, 2026, the average yearly pay for international police advisor in the United States is $85,369.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $58,500.00 and $96,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is an international police advisor?

International Police Advisors are law enforcement professionals who provide expertise and guidance to police forces in other countries, often as part of international missions or peacekeeping operations. They help build local policing capacity by training officers, advising on best practices, and supporting reforms in areas such as community policing, investigations, and human rights. Their work aims to strengthen rule of law and improve public safety in conflict or post-conflict regions. These advisors often collaborate with international organizations like the United Nations or the European Union.

What does an international police advisor do?

As an international police advisor, you travel to other countries to provide guidance and develop training methods and procedures to improve law enforcement operations in their cities. You may perform your duties on a contract basis or work for a consulting firm or government agency that provides law enforcement training services to foreign police forces. As an international advisor, you assess the needs of the law enforcement agency and then create and implement a plan to improve performance in target areas. Your responsibilities can include providing training on specific equipment or techniques. You often work in developing or post-conflict countries.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as an international police advisor?

To thrive as an International Police Advisor, you need a strong background in law enforcement, expertise in policing strategies, and often a relevant degree or police academy training. Familiarity with international law enforcement standards, criminal justice systems, and tools such as case management software is typically required, along with certifications in areas like crisis management or human rights. Excellent cross-cultural communication, adaptability, and leadership skills help advisors build trust and effectively mentor diverse police forces. These skills are crucial for fostering reform, improving local law enforcement capabilities, and supporting the rule of law in challenging environments.

What are some common challenges faced by international police advisors when working with local law enforcement agencies abroad?

International Police Advisors often encounter challenges such as navigating cultural differences, language barriers, and varying policing standards when collaborating with local law enforcement agencies. Building trust and effective communication is essential, as is adapting training and guidance to local contexts. Advisors must also remain flexible and sensitive to the unique legal and social frameworks of the host country, ensuring that their recommendations are both practical and respectful of local customs.
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Infographic showing various International Police Advisor job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 88% Full Time, 11% Part Time, and 1% Contract. Highlights an 89% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 9% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $85,369 per year, or $41 per hour.

Senior Police Advisor (BiH)

Totally Joined for Achieving Collaborative Techniques

Washington, DC • On-site

$154K - $154K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO

Posted 17 days ago

Job description

Senior Police Advisor
Department of State - International Narcotics and Law Enforcement (INL)
Sarajevo, Bosnia and Herzegovina | Onsite | Full-Time
About Us
Totally Joined for Achieving Collaborative Techniques (TJFACT) is a minority-owned, Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) delivering mission-focused professional services and technology solutions to the U.S. Government. Our teams support critical federal missions through collaboration, innovation, and operational excellence while building lasting partnerships with our customers, employees, and industry partners.
About This Position
TJFACT is seeking a well-versed and qualified Senior Police Advisor to support the Department of State - INL/BiH program, at Canton Sarajevo Anticorruption Office at Aleja Bosne Srebrene bb, Sarajevo, Bosnia, and Herzegovina. This position is equivalent to a Police Advisor Level 5.
The Senior Police Advisor (hereinafter "the Advisor") will advance counter-narcotics and counter-TCO goals by strengthening cross-border law enforcement cooperation and information sharing with U.S. law enforcement agencies to prevent Balkan criminal groups that work with Western Hemisphere cartels to move migrants, arms, and drugs through the "Balkan route," harming Europe and the United States. The Advisor will monitor improper political interference and procedural irregularities that hinder BiH police agencies from cooperating with U.S. law enforcement to achieve counter-TCO goals and enhanced border security. The Advisor will also provide advice to relevant BiH officials. The Advisor will provide advice and support to the Embassy Sarajevo INL section and other Embassy sections as requested. The Advisor will work closely with officials at counterpart agencies in BiH, including but not limited to the state, entity, and cantonal police. The Advisor will also serve as an in-country law enforcement consultant on matters related to border security, TCOs, and other emerging threats as needed.
Please note: This position is being recruited in support of a TPC proposal effort. Any offer of employment is contingent upon contract award and successful completion of all pre-employment requirements.
Key Responsibilities
  • Establish, develop, and maintain relationships with a broad array of law enforcement agencies in BiH. Provide advice and other technical assistance to improve the functioning of law enforcement institutions to combat TCOs and strengthen border security.
  • Contribute to strategic planning and program development for targeted INL law enforcement programming.
  • Communicate and coordinate with other donors to avoid waste and duplication of effort. Identify opportunities for burden sharing.
  • Draft reports and assessments, provide input to strategy and other briefing papers, and provide oral and written briefs to the INL Director, the INL/EA Program Officer in Washington, DC, and leadership at Embassy Sarajevo and in Washington.
  • Liaise with U.S. Embassy agency representatives involved in law enforcement efforts.
  • Draft and provide advice and assistance in the preparation of required reports, including to the U.S. Congress, INL, and Principals at the State Department and other U.S. federal agencies.
  • Attend and report on general law enforcement meetings, national and international conferences, seminars, and meetings with BiH government officials.
  • Provide advice and assistance in the formulation of the Mission Performance Plan and other strategy and planning exercises undertaken by Embassy Sarajevo, Department of State, and INL.
  • Participate in visits by senior officials and serve as an escort or control officer, arrange itineraries, and provide logistical support for official visitors.
  • Brief DOS Congressional, embassy staff, and other visiting officials on INL's role and the status of U.S.BiH law enforcement projects and related initiatives.

Required Qualifications
  • U.S. Citizen
  • Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution in international relations, law enforcement, public policy, or related field (10 years professional law enforcement experience can be substituted)
  • A minimum of eighteen (18) years of experience with U.S. or BiH law enforcement or military, experience briefing in English
  • Three (3) years of experience working overseas in an Embassy environment
  • Three (3) years specialized experience depending on the position (e.g., intelligence, firearms, gangs, kidnapping, drugs, internal affairs)
  • Knowledge of, and skill in, correct usage of English grammar, spelling, punctuation, capitalization, and style
  • Basic Bosnian/Croatian/Serbian language reading ability; able to understand or grasp the main ideas of straightforward texts, routine reports, and correspondence. Ability equivalent to a recognized foreign language proficiency measurement framework, such as the National Foreign Affairs Training Center's defined level 1/1, defined as Elementary Proficiency.
  • Demonstrated experience working as a TCO, border security, or financial crime expert.
  • Demonstrated ability to manage and oversee programs involving law enforcement initiatives.

Preferred Qualifications
  • Demonstrated experience working in Bosnia and Herzegovina for at least fifteen (15) years and maintaining positive working relationships in a cross-cultural setting, especially with foreign officials.
  • Demonstrated experience working effectively with officials at counterpart agencies in BiH, including but not limited to the state, entity, and cantonal police.
  • Proficiency in spoken and written Bosnian/Croatian/Serbian language. Comfortable working in Bosnian/Croatian/Serbian language at or above a level equivalent to a recognized foreign language proficiency measurement framework, such as the National Foreign Affairs Training Center's defined 3/3 level, defined as General Professional Proficiency. Demonstration or proof of language capability required, unless the individual is a native Bosnian/Croatian/Serbian speaker.

Benefits
  • Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
  • 401(k) with Company Match
  • Paid Time Off
  • Paid Holidays
  • Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Insurance
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

TJFACT is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. We reserve the right to modify or revise job descriptions, in whole or in part. Reasonable accommodations will be made in accordance with applicable law.
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