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Public Safety Accountability Manager
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A Safety Manager inspects work environments and procedures for health and safety concerns, and develops programs to reduce the risk of injury or illness. May specialize in a particular type of industry or in certain kind of safety and health risk, such as radiation, hazardous chemicals, or ergonomics. Works in offices, factories, or mines.
$81,814 / year median in Colorado
+13% projected growth
Job Description
Public Safety Accountability Manager City of Aurora, CO City of Aurora, Colorado Public Safety Accountability Manager Salary Range:
$112,800
•$141,000
•$176,250;
Hiring Range:
$130,000
•$160,000 Filing deadline: Friday, September 18, 2026 Known as the Gateway to the Rockies, this All-America City lies on the eastern edge of the Denver-Aurora metropolitan area. The city boasts spectacular views of the Front Range spanning from Pikes Peak to Longs Peak. More than 404,200 residents choose to call Aurora home, and over 24,000 businesses are licensed in Aurora making it the third largest city in Colorado and the 51st largest in the United States. The city covers 164 square miles and is located within three counties, Arapahoe, Adams, and Douglas, with 74 square miles of land inside city limits still undeveloped. Under administrative guidance of the City Manager, the Public Safety Accountability Manager serves as the City's independent civilian oversight leader responsible for strengthening transparency, accountability, public trust, and continuous improvement across public safety services. This new position leads the Public Safety Accountability Division and oversees the review and monitoring of complaint investigations, critical incidents, discipline-related processes, accountability systems, and organizational trends involving police, fire, emergency communications, detention, sworn and non-sworn personnel, and other public safety agencies or activities. Acting as an objective and impartial accountability professional, the Manager works collaboratively with City leadership, Public Safety Policy Committee, public safety departments, legal counsel, community stakeholders, and external oversight partners to ensure accountability processes are fair, thorough, transparent, and responsive to community expectations. The position provides both case-specific oversight and system-wide analysis, helping the City identify opportunities to enhance public safety practices, policies, training, and organizational performance. The new Public Safety Accountability Manager shall be equally committed to community engagement and transparency and understand the importance of outreach, public education, and responsive communication in building public confidence. Candidates shall have bachelor's degree in Criminal Justice, Public Administration, Public Policy, Political Science, Law, Sociology, Organizational Leadership, or a closely related field; at least six (6) years of progressively responsible professional experience in civilian oversight, public safety accountability, administrative investigations, auditing, compliance, legal or policy analysis, civil rights, public administration, law enforcement oversight, or a closely related field; and a minimum of three (3) years of supervisory, management, or program leadership experience. It is preferred for candidates to have a related Master's Degree or Juris Doctorate; and certification or training in civilian oversight, administrative investigations, mediation, auditing, compliance, or related professional discipline. This position is eligible for a flexible/hybrid work schedule, but candidates must reside in proximity to the Greater Aurora/Denver Metro Area. To be considered for this exceptional career opportunity, please submit a cover letter, resume, and six work-related references (who will not be contacted without prior notice) to: https://cpshr.us/recruitment/2643 For more information, contact: Kylie Wilson Principal Consultant CPS HR Consulting kwilson@cpshr.us
Recruitment Brochure:
https://executivesearch.cpshr.us/flyer?file=Approved_CityofAurora_Publi… City of Aurora website: https://www.auroragov.org The City of Aurora is an equal opportunity employer. How to Apply Post Date Aug 31, 2026 Application Deadline Sep 18, 2026 Apply online: Apply Now Job Details Salary $130,000
•$160,000 Job Function Division Manager Position Type Full Time City of Aurora Address 15151 E Alameda Pkwy Aurora , CO 80012-1555 United States Population 386,261 Website http://www.ci.aurora.co.us Form of Government Council-Manager ← Move left → Move right ↑ Move up ↓ Move down + Zoom in
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