Police Accreditation Manager

Police Accreditation Manager

Salary

$25.00 - $35.00 Hourly

Location

900 Church St, Lynchburg, VA

Job Type

Part-time

Job Number

03653

Department

Police

Opening Date

08/07/2026

Closing Date

8/16/2026 11:59 PM Eastern

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Description

The City of Lynchburg is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Manages the department's accreditation function under standards prescribed by the Commission on Accreditation for Law Enforcement Agencies (CALEA).

Starting pay based on experience. Part time with PTO benefits.

Essential Duties

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties to provide direct or indirect service to the citizens may be assigned.

• Drafts new operational and administrative policies/procedures to address needed areas.
• Routinely reviews, edits, and manages existing policies/procedures to ensure compliance with accreditation standards, legislative mandates, and judicial rulings.
• Maintains all necessary accreditation files in compliance with CALEA standards.
• Maintains a thorough understanding of all CALEA standards, to include proposed changes or amendments, and assesses the impact on current policies and procedures.
• Serves as the department's liaison with CALEA staff and representatives.
• Plans and coordinates both remote and on-site annual reviews by CALEA staff.
• Completes all required reporting components in the CALEA Information Management and Reporting System (CIMRS).
• Stays abreast of industry standards in the profession through organizations including, but not limited to, the Virginia Association of Chiefs of Police, the International Association of Chiefs of Police, and the Police Executive Research Forum.
• Develops internal relationships with department staff to remain current on local trends and organizational needs.
• Develops and administers training to all department staff on changes related to policies, procedures, and accreditation standards.
• Serves as an advisor to senior command staff on organizational issues as they arise.
• May be responsible for other tasks and special projects related to statistical analysis, criminal information analysis, performance measurement, research, and risk management.
• Builds relationships with accreditation managers in other law enforcement agencies to use as a resource for this position.
• Provides presentations to internal and external stakeholders on the CALEA process.
• Attends periodic meetings, conferences, professional workshops, and trainings related to CALEA standards/accreditation.
• Collaborates with City departments, other government organizations, and non-governmental organizations as needed.

ADDITIONAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following:

• Other duties to provide direct or indirect service to the citizens may be assigned.
• When unusual situations occur and/or the City Manager declares a State of Emergency, all City employees may be required to accept special assignments and perform as needed to ensure appropriate service delivery.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

This position has no supervisory responsibilities.

Minimum Education and Experience Required

QUALIFICATIONS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

Bachelors degree from four-year college or university with major course work in criminal justice or equivalent combination of education and experience in related field supplemented by two or more years in law enforcement accreditation. Must have demonstrated experience in public speaking and policy development. Educational accomplishments will be considered.

Additional Requirements

Requires a comprehensive background investigation to include a local, state, and federal criminal history check, sex offender registry check, credit check, and polygraph examination.

Applicant must have a valid driver's license with an acceptable driving record-City Criteria.

Must successfully complete IS100 and IS700 National Incident Management (NIMS) training within 90 days of employment. May also be required to complete higher levels of NIMS training as determined appropriate for the position.

The City offers an array of benefits combined with direct salary/wages in order to establish a total compensation package that supports the Citys goals of attracting, rewarding, and retaining employees who are both representatives of the community and are also able to deliver exceptional services.

• Employees in full-time positions are eligible for the following benefits:
• Medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Retirement through the Virginia Retirement System (VRS);

the City's contribution is based on a rate determined bi-annually by the VRS Board and employees pay 5% of base pay (pre-tax) towards their VRS benefit

• Life insurance at no cost to the employee

• Optional benefits such as 457 deferred compensation, Roth IRA, flexible spending accounts, etc.

• Eligibility for parental leave and tuition assistance

• Paid Time Off

• Employees in hourly and part-time positions may be eligible for benefits depending on the position

Employees of the City of Lynchburg may also be eligible for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program for federal student loans

Additional information about City benefits can be found on our website and in the Employment Policies & Procedures

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This position requires a valid drivers license and acceptable driving record history. I certify that I have read the DMV Record Release Notice, and give the City of Lynchburg permission to obtain my Virginia Driving Record.

• Yes
• No
• I do not currently possess a Virginia Drivers License

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If you answered in the above question that you currently possess a Virginia Drivers License, please provide your License Number.

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(Current Out-of-State applicants and applicants who have had an Out-of-State Drivers License at any time in the last 3 years): I agree to provide, WITHIN 2 WEEKS OF MY APPLICATION, a copy of my driving record from that state where I am currently licensed or have been licensed within the past 3 years. I will contact Human Resources within 2 weeks if I am unable to obtain my out of state driving record in that time. I understand that my application may not be considered for this position until I submit my out of state driving record. You can email this information to human.resources@lynchburgva.gov, or fax to 434-845-4304 or mail this information to Human Resources, 900 Church Street, Lynchburg VA 24504. Include the name of the position for which you are applying. If you have a driving record less than 30 days old you can upload as an attachment to your application.

• Agree to provide record within 2 weeks of application date
• Do not agree (I understand I will no longer be considered for this position if I disagree.)
• Not applicable (I have not had an Out-of-State Drivers License during the past 3 years.

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If you answered yes to the above question, please provide the name of the State where your license was issued:

Required Question

Employer City of Lynchburg

Address 900 Church Street

Lynchburg, Virginia, 24504

Phone (434) 455-4200

Website https://www.lynchburgva.gov/human-resources