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Black River Technical College

Director of Law Enforcement Training Academy

Pay: $65,000/yr

Posted: 6 weeks ago

Location: Pocahontas, AR (Onsite)

Last Updated: 2 weeks ago

Hours: Full-Time

Expires: 9/19/2026

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What they do

A Law Enforcement Officer enforces jurisdictional laws, maintains public safety, and protects property and people in the community. Patrols neighborhoods, responds to emergency calls and crime scenes, watches for traffic and driving violations. Authorized to arrest criminals; prepares cases and testifies in court.

$63,047 / year median in Arkansas

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Job Description

Black River Technical College is seeking an individual to direct the Black River Technical College Law Enforcement Training Academy. This individual will be responsible for leading a program that meets the Commission on Law Enforcement Standards & Training (CLEST) certification requirements for basic law enforcement officer certification. The contract length is negotiable with an anticipated start date of August 10, 2026.

Requirements:

Education requirements are a minimum of Bachelors Degree in Criminal Justice or related field, with special consideration being given for a Masters Degree. Candidates for this position must have extensive law enforcement experience at a supervisor or management level. Experience in working at an institution of higher education is preferred. A valid Arkansas Driver's License is required. Salary will be commensurate with education and experience. You may view more information about our LETA on the website: https://blackrivertech.edu/college-classes/areas-of-study/service-academies/law-enforcement-training-academy The College is committed to a quality work environment and experience by providing the following benefits in addition to compensation: COLA and/or bonuses are provided whenever fiscally responsible Eight hours of sick leave monthly after fulfilling all work hours in a pay period Eight hours of vacation leave monthly after fulfilling all work hours in a pay period Vacation leave increases according to years of service schedule Eight hours per calendar year of education leave A portion of health insurance premium paid by BRTC $20,000 life insurance policy with premium paid by BRTC 14% minimum retirement contribution from BRTC each pay period 11 paid State Holidays per calendar year if employed full time during the date of those holidays Tuition Waiver for employee and dependents to BRTC Applications will be accepted until position is filled. Interested candidates should submit a cover letter, resume, state application, certifications, unofficial transcripts, and a minimum of three professional references to:

BLACK RIVER TECHNICAL COLLEGE

Julie Edington, Executive Director of Human Resources P.O. Box 468 Pocahontas, AR 72455 Telephone (870) 248-4000 Ext. 4032 BRTC IS AN Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer BRTC is a

Tobacco Free Campus Pay:

$55,000.00 - $75,000.00 per year

Work Location:

In person