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City of Chino, CA

Police Academy Trainee

Chino, CA · On-site

$75K - $91K/yr

Duties/Responsibilities Under the direct supervision and guidance of a designated training officer, Police Academy Trainees develop the knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary to perform the ...

City of Bartow

Police Academy - Recruit

Bartow, FL

$23.28 - $31.37/hr

Upon successfully completing the Police Academy/Criminal Justice Academy and the State ... Director Performs related work as required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable ...

City of Chino

Police Academy Trainee

Chino, CA

$75K - $91K/yr

Duties/Responsibilities Under the direct supervision and guidance of a designated training officer, Police Academy Trainees develop the knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary to perform the ...

City of Bartow, FL

Police Academy - Recruit

Bartow, FL · On-site

$23.28 - $31.37/hr

Upon successfully completing the Police Academy/Criminal Justice Academy and the State ... and Essential by Department Director. • Performs related work as required. Reasonable ...

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What is a police academy director?

A Police Academy Director oversees the training and education of police recruits and in-service officers. They develop curricula, manage instructors, ensure compliance with state and federal regulations, and maintain high training standards. The director also coordinates resources, evaluates program effectiveness, and implements new training methods to enhance law enforcement preparedness.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a police academy director?

A Police Academy Director should have extensive law enforcement experience, advanced education in criminal justice or a related field, and strong leadership abilities. Familiarity with law enforcement training technologies, accreditation standards, and systems such as learning management platforms is essential. Excellent communication, problem-solving skills, and the ability to motivate and mentor staff set outstanding candidates apart. These skills ensure effective training programs, compliance with regulations, and the development of skilled, ethical law enforcement professionals.

What are the primary challenges faced by a police academy director, and how can they be addressed?

One of the main challenges for a Police Academy Director is balancing evolving law enforcement training requirements with limited resources and administrative demands. Adapting curriculum to meet changing laws, community expectations, and best practices requires ongoing communication with stakeholders and a focus on continuous staff development. Directors also must oversee complex logistical operations, from managing instructors to tracking student progress and maintaining accreditation. Emphasizing teamwork, transparency, and proactive problem-solving helps address these challenges and ensures the academy delivers high-quality training.

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Director of Police Academy

Macomb Community College

Clinton Township, MI • On-site

$94K - $108K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement

Posted 4 days ago

Job description

Salary: See Position Description
Location : Campus - To be determined by department, MI
Job Type: Administrator
Job Number: 202301307
Department: Dean Health & Public Services
Division: Police Training Center
Opening Date: 08/27/2026
Closing Date: 9/13/2026 11:59 PM Eastern
Bargaining Unit: MCAAP
Salary Range: $94,619 -$108,687 per the collective agreement
Position Level: 5
Working Hours and/or Working Conditions: Working days and hours may vary. Duties require contacts away from campus. May be assigned to any college location.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: The Training Director is expected to exhibit initiative, enthusiasm and teamwork in accomplishing the responsibilities of the position. Should have experience with the development of policies and procedures related to law enforcement, lesson plan development, budget management, purchasing, scheduling and a comprehensive understanding of liability related to law enforcement and use-of-force training. A combination of training, marketing/sales, planning and supervisory experience in the criminal justice field preferred. Commitment to community college concept. Requires strong analytical and decision-making abilities. General knowledge of state and federal requirements applicable to law enforcement training. Knowledge of current trends in law enforcement, commitment to innovative instructional methodology, use of instructional technology, and course and program assessment. Effective communication skills. Must display creativity, self-motivation and ability to work effectively in a team environment. Must have a working knowledge of MCOLES Standards.
Supervision: Supervision Received: Reports to the Director of the Public Service Institute Supervision Given: Supervises full-time and part-time instructors, operational and technical staff assigned to the Police Academy and Advanced Police Training.
Job Function
To provide primary administrative management and leadership for the Basic Police Academy and Advanced Police Training in collaboration with faculty and staff consistent with established college and campus policies and procedures.
Job Responsibilities
Responsible for planning, initiating, implementing, evaluating and revising a broad range of Law Enforcement courses, programs, and instructional techniques including the Basic Police Academy, in collaboration with faculty and staff.
  • Develops Police Academy Policies and Procedures
  • Responsible for Police Academy and advanced police training adjunct faculty recruitment, assignments and supervision.
  • Assures proper training site facilities and equipment is leased or purchased as required to retain our status of Regional Training Center for State of Michigan
  • Insure the utilization of diverse, active advisory committee for the Police Academy
  • Foster and nurture relationships and serve as a liaison with area police departments and law enforcement agencies
  • Select, recommend and evaluate full time and adjunct faculty and staff in accord with College policies and provisions of labor.
  • Encourage and promote in-service training and professional development of police academy adjunct faculty and staff.
  • Participate in Police Academy and Advanced Police Training budget development and monitors budget.
  • Meet with police academy cadets to discuss problems or complaints and assists in devising equitable responses and solutions.
  • Function as the management link between the adjunct faculty in the Police Academy and Advanced Police Training and the Public Service Institute Director's office.
  • Coordinate the scheduling of faculty, courses, and facilities related to the Police Academy and Advanced Police Training
  • Achieve understanding of and implements all appropriate labor contract provisions and personnel policies.
  • Assure an interdisciplinary coordination of law enforcement programs and foster curriculum integration throughout the Continuum of Learning
  • Evaluate program success through follow-up studies of graduates and other data provided by Institutional Research and other measures of student success.
  • Assist in maintenance and security of police academy supplies, equipment and facilities.
    Serve on College, local, state, and national committees and represent the Director of the Public Service Institute as appropriate.
  • Foster, nurture, and support new advanced police training program development.
  • Maintain police training reports and records including appropriate inventory records
  • Develop and recommend criteria for student placement within the Police Academy.
  • Monitor and maintain compliance with College policies, procedures, and contracts as well as appropriate state, federal, accreditation, licensure, registration and/or certification requirements of law enforcement programs.
  • Collaborates with Advisory Board; Police Chiefs Associations; and Michigan Commission on Law Enforcement Standards (MCOLES).
  • Act as Macomb Community College's liaison with MCOLES on all issues related to basic police academy, law enforcement training, use of force and firearms.
  • Review and approve all use-of-force, and firearms range use lesson plans, ensuring compliance with governing entities and industry standards as related to vicarious liability.
  • Develop and implement an annual budget and pricing policy to assure an efficient operation and reasonable return on college investment related to Basic Police Academy and Advanced Police Training.
  • Performs other duties as assigned.

Education
Bachelor's degree or higher from an accredited institution is required.
Qualifications
Minimum ten years law enforcement experience with five or more years at a command officer level.
Macomb Community College offers a comprehensive benefits package to full-time employees and their eligible dependents including health, dental, vision, and hearing aid coverage, and optional benefits of a health savings and dependent care and/or flexible spending accounts. We also offer full-time employee's options for retirement, deferred compensation plans, life and voluntary insurances, short-term disability, tuition waivers and reimbursement and paid holidays.
To learn more visit our Bargaining Unit Information page
https://www.macomb.edu/human-resources/employment-information/bargaining-unit-information.html
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Do you have a Bachelor's degree OR HIGHER from an accredited institution?
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  • No

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Do you have Ten (10) OR MORE years' experience in law enforcement with five or more years at a command officer level.
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