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Job Summary

$30 / hour or higher DOQ + Part-Time County Benefits

Performs experienced professional work implementing Police Department specialized instruction based on the developmental and certification needs identified.

Responsibilities

• Develops and leads basic in-service, required certification updates, and specialized law enforcement training programs through classroom instruction, practical exercises, and scenario-based activities.
• Identifies training needs across the Department and implements appropriate programs, learning objectives, and instructional methodologies to support operational and organizational goals.
• Assesses Police Department employee performance and training and development needs; evaluates training effectiveness and participates in and develops initiatives to promote employee engagement.
• Provides training and coaching to Police Department staff involved in employee development efforts; facilitates team development activities.
• Collaborates with internal and external law enforcement partners, academies, vendors, agencies, and specialty units to coordinate training efforts, ensure compliance, and support mutual training goals.
• Designs, implements, or procures training programs to achieve organizational goals, reinforce culture and facilitate change to include E-Learning initiatives.
• Keeps up-to-date on current trends and legislation in criminal justice; recommends changes to policies, procedures, and practices to reflect best management practices and comply with current laws and regulations.
• Performs as subject matter expert in criminal justice.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in criminal justice, education, human resources, public administration, or a related field and four years of relevant experience; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Experience as a professional adult educator that includes conducting needs assessments, training development and delivery, training effectiveness evaluation and contracting for third party delivered training and development activities.
• Certification as a DCJS General Instructor, Training Management Professional through an approved agency preferred.
• Experience in professional criminal justice, training and/or program management preferred.
• Skill in use of computer software, especially Microsoft Office Suite.
• Demonstrated experience to develop, implement and administer effective training programs; assess, analyze, and creatively resolve training related issues; work effectively as a committee facilitator, team member, and with all stakeholders.
• Communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
• Strong ability to manage a wide range of law enforcement and criminal justice policies, program and functions; work collaboratively and maintain effective working relationships with County officials, employees, and the public.
• Must possess reliable transportation to work site(s).

Post Offer Requirements

• Background investigation, including polygraph
• Credential check
• Driving record check
• Drug screening
• National, state, and local criminal/sex offender record checks

Click here ​for full job description. Accepting applications until June 19, 2026. Cover letters and resumes may also be attached, but a fully completed application is required for your application to be considered.

James City County is dedicated to building a diverse workforce and is committed to providing reasonable accommodations. If you need assistance with completing the employment application, please contact the HR Department at 757-253-6680 or email [email protected].