Police Accreditation and Policy Coordinator (Temporary)

CITY EQUITY STATEMENT
The City of Westminster welcomes diverse candidates from the broadest base possible. Our goal is to find the best candidate for the job-someone who belongs, not just fits. We value life and professional experiences, recognizing equivalent combinations of knowledge skills and education.

Aligned with our city SPIRIT values, the successful candidate will have a passion and commitment to serving a diverse population of residents and must respect and uphold the principles of justice, equity, diversity, inclusion and belonging.

We encourage you to think broadly about your background and skill set for this role, even if you believe you have a less traditional background than described we invite you to apply.

POSITION PURPOSE / IMPORTANT APPLICATION INFORMATION

The Police Accreditation and Policy Coordinator position is temporary, benefitted role that is responsible for overseeing the national and state accreditation processes for the Police Department, leading the maintenance and ongoing review of operational policies and procedures to ensure compliance with state and national legislation and standards, and coordinating all assessment activities. The ideal candidate will bring strong expertise in law enforcement accreditation, outstanding organizational and project management skills, and the ability to clearly communicate and build productive working relationships.

The full salary range for this position is stated above. The starting range of pay is dependent on qualifications and experience of each individual candidate. The City of Westminster has a Multilingual Stipend Program to encourage, and reward benefited employees who are conversationally fluent in languages other than English. Benefited employees have the opportunity to test their language proficiency skills and qualify for a bi-weekly stipend that will vary based on the employee’s level of proficiency and usage.

ORGANIZATIONAL COMPETENCIES AND CULTURAL VALUES/GENERAL COMPETENCIES

The City's work culture encourages passionate, positive and enthusiastic employees who, along with our City Council and City Manager, are strong supporters of our mission: The City of Westminster provides high-quality core services and fosters resilience in order to promote a safe and thriving community. Westminster is a city of beautiful, safe, well-maintained neighborhoods and destinations with a vibrant, diverse economy, rich and resilient environment and a strong sense of community belonging. Our core values are embodied in our SPIRIT (Service - People - Integrity - Respect - Innovation - Teamwork).

This position supports the goals of the Police Department, which include enhancing operational effectiveness, ensuring public and responder safety, and maintaining the highest standards of service delivery. By aligning policies with best practices with accreditation knowledge, the role contributes directly to the Police Department’s excellence.

Every employee is accountable to:

• Demonstrate a high level of customer service; encourage others to focus on the customer; foster an environment where customer service is a priority
• Communicate with customers to ensure that, where possible, they are satisfied, and that their needs are being addressed; solicit and evaluate customer feedback
• Act as an ambassador by understanding and fostering the organization's mission and vision
• Exhibit pride in self, the department, the city, and the community; conduct self in a professional manner
• Demonstrate integrity and build trust through credibility, reliability, commitment, loyalty, and ethical behavior
• Address difficult or contentious issues in a constructive manner
• Support/promote change; demonstrate flexibility, and take calculated risks when appropriate
• Participate in personal growth opportunities, and attend training courses designed to enhance capacity to bring new skills and ideas to the job and the organization
• Work to continuously improve the efficiency and effectiveness of the service or product being delivered
• Demonstrate support for team efforts by accepting new roles and responsibilities, and helping others achieve objectives
• Value diversity; demonstrate an awareness of differences; demonstrate sensitivity, and adapt behaviors and communication to accommodate these differences

GENERAL COMPETENCIES
Citywide - Every employee in this position is accountable to:

• Establish effective interpersonal relationships through honest, open communication and follow-through on commitments
• Demonstrate initiative in performing job tasks
• Exhibit problem-solving skills leading to sound judgment and quality decisions
• Achieve goals, and handle assigned workload and new assignments effectively; demonstrate an ability to work independently
• Communicate effectively with individuals and groups using clear and concise verbal and written communications
• Demonstrate accountability for work, and take ownership in job performance

Job Specific - Every employee in this position must be able to:

• Promote a culture of continuous compliance, accountability, and professional standards
• Interpret and apply accreditation standards, laws, and best practices to policies and procedures
• Identify compliance gaps, assess risk, and implement effective corrective actions
• Manage multiple projects, deadlines, and documentation with strong organizational skills
• Communicate clearly and professionally with internal staff, leadership, and external partners
• Work both independently and in teams with sound judgment, discretion, and adaptability to changing priorities
• Demonstrate knowledge of modern office practices, procedures, equipment, business English, spelling, and mathematical computations and tabulations
• Operate a personal computer and be competent learning and using current computer software applications including word processing, email, financial management, document routing, etc.
• Exhibit strong organizational skills and attention to detail
• Understand and follow moderately complex oral and written instructions; read and interpret documents such as operations policies and procedure manuals
• Establish and maintain positive, effective relationships with other employees, external agencies; effectively and professionally handle conflicts that arise
• Remain calm under time-sensitive pressure situations; adjust rapidly to reprioritized work schedule and duties

Leadership - Every employee in this position is accountable to:

• Foster a participatory organizational climate that is open, positive, reinforcing, and supportive
• Encourage employees to be accountable for their work and take ownership in what they do
• Demonstrate leadership and courage by making or supporting decisions that reflect the organizational mission and goals even when the decision may be unpopular to some
• Demonstrate collaboration and conflict resolution skills with other departments and employees
  
  

JOB SPECIFIC FUNCTIONS

Essential Job Functions, Duties, Responsibilities, and Tasks
Manage and coordinate all aspects of the department’s accreditation program, including planning, documentation, managing key deadlines, and preparation for on-site and remote assessments to ensure continuous complianceUnder the direction of the position supervisor, review, develop, and update departmental policies, standard operating procedures (SOPs), and directives for accuracy, relevance, and compliance with applicable standards, laws, and professional best practicesAdminister and maintain the accreditation management system, including verification of proofs, internal audits, and maintenance of accurate, organized, and audit-ready recordsDevelop and deliver accreditation-related training and guidance to department personnel to support consistent agency-wide compliancePrepare and submit required accreditation reports, provide compliance status updates to leadership, and serve as the primary liaison with CALEA and related organizationsCommunicate effectively and collaborate professionally with personnel at all levels of the organization, external agencies, and accreditation partners to support compliance efforts and promote shared accountability Maintains regular and punctual attendance Other Duties and Responsibilities
Incumbent is accountable for all duties of this job, and other projects and responsibilities may be added at the City’s discretion.

POSITION REQUIREMENTS/WORKING CONDITIONS/PRE-EMPLOYMENT REQUIREMENTS

Education, Experience, Skills, Formal Training, Licenses, and Certifications
Required :

• High School Diploma or equivalency
• Minimum of three (3) years of progressively responsible experience in law enforcement or a public safety agency
• Minimum of one (1) year of direct experience in accreditation, policy management, or compliance administration (CALEA or similar standards) utilizing tools such as PowerDMS, Lexipol, or similar
• Demonstrated experience in policy development, compliance tracking, and audit preparation
• Strong written and verbal communication

Preferred :

• Bachelor’s degree in Criminal Justice, Public Administration, Business Administration, Organizational Leadership, or a related field
• CALEA Accreditation Manager Certification and/or CALEA Site-Based Assessor Certification
• Experience serving as the primary agency liaison during a successful accreditation or reaccreditation cycle
• Experience developing and delivering agency-wide training
• Any equivalent combination of education, training, and experience, which would provide the required knowledge and skills, may be considered

Physical Requirements:
Work is sedentary in nature and requires sufficient physical stamina and strength for:

• Constant sitting to perform daily tasks; occasional walking through a multilevel facility to retrieve information; frequent standing, sometimes for extended periods
• Frequent squatting, reaching above shoulder, and twisting to file documents and lift supplies and material; occasional bending, kneeling, climbing, balancing, and reaching below shoulder to store documents, material, and supplies
• Constant light grasp, fine manipulation, and handling to perform daily duties; occasional firm grasp to safely use equipment
• Frequent lifting, carrying, and pushing and/or pulling of up to ten (10) pounds to move material and supplies; occasional lifting, pushing and/or pulling of up to 25 pounds with dollies and carts

WORKING CONDITIONS
Work is constantly performed indoors. This is primarily sedentary office work. Must demonstrate the ability to meet the physical demands of the job, including the ability to retrieve information from various locations in the office when needed. Exposure to periods of high activity and stress under demanding conditions. The position requires a great deal of communication with City employees, the public, and outside agencies.
Required Materials and Equipment
Operates general office equipment including telephones, personal computers, copy machines, printers, fax machines and standard office equipment.

PRE-EMPLOYMENT REQUIREMENTS

• Background checks will include employment references and criminal history, and when applicable, credit check, driver license record, and education verification
• Employment as a Police Accreditation and Policy Coordinator is conditional upon successful completion of an oral interview and/or assessment center, psychological examination, background investigation, polygraph or CVSA
• Must be able to pass the FBI Criminal Justice Information Services (CJIS) background check due to access to sensitive areas
• Must possess a valid driver’s license and have safe driving record
• Drug screen
• Must be legally entitled to work in the United States

The City of Westminster, Colorado, is a drug free workplace and an Equal Opportunity Employer that values diversity and aims to have its workforce reflect the community.

The City of Westminster offers a comprehensive benefit package including:

• Health and Dental
• Flexible Spending
• Pension/Retirement Plans
• Term Life Insurance
• Long-term Disability
• Survivor Benefits
• Wellness Program
• Leave program that provides for vacation, holidays, sick leave, major illness, on the job injury, and administrative reasons
• Career Development Program
• Tuition Reimbursement Program

For a more detailed overview of our Exempt and Administrative Officer benefit package:
Benefit Package

The City of Westminster does not participate in the Social Security system. In lieu of Social Security contributions, the city contributes to a 401(a) defined contribution plan on your behalf.

401(a) Contribution Rates:
Employee Mandatory Contribution: 11.5% of your base pay. Contributions are pre-tax and fully vested.
Employer Contribution: 12% of your base pay.

Employer Contribution Vesting Schedule

• Less than 3 years - 0%
• 3 to 4 years - 60%
• 4 to 5 years - 80%
• Over 5 years - 100%
• For employees age 55 and older, the employer contributions are 100% vested

The City of Westminster provides employees with innovative and practical ways to improve their commute through two key features, EcoPass and Commute Benefits powered by Commutrics. EcoPass provides unlimited trips on RTD's core transit services and Commute Rewards allows you to record your trips and get rewards based on your commute mode.

Closing Date/Time: 3/9/2026 8:30 AM Mountain

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• City of Westminster, Colorado

• 303-658-2150

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