Director, Basic Law Enforcement Training
Job Location:
Asheville, NC - USA
Hourly Salary:
USD 30 - 30
Posted:
29 September 2026 (9 hours ago)
Application Deadline:
27 December 2026
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
Job Description Summary
The Director is responsible for all aspects of the Basic Law Enforcement Training ( BLET ) program(s) including recruitment coordination and scheduling and job placement assistance in accordance with strict state regulatory standards and input from local customer agencies.
Duties
1. Coordinates and supervises all aspects of Basic Law Enforcement Training ( BLET ) program. 2. Supervises BLET qualified assistant/continuing education coordinator and the BLET Administrative Assistant. 3. Coordinates Detention Officer Certification Courses Telecommunicator Courses per state standards. 4. Coordinates regional NC testing as needed. 5. Maintains knowledge of and compliance with the State Board of Community Colleges approved standards for the curriculum and continuing education programs. 6. Maintains knowledge of and compliance with standards of the N.C. Law Enforcement Training and Standards Commission Sheriffs Education and Standards and any other mandatory rules or regulations related to the BLET program. 7. Prepares and submits all documents required or requested by state regulatory agencies related to the program. 8. Maintains strict compliance with CJ Standards record keeping and other state federal and college standards. 9. Maintains knowledge of college policies procedures and practices and communicates this information to full-time and adjunct faculty. Ensures that policies are supported and carried out. 10. Ensures that all college reports and requested information are submitted promptly and accurately. 11. Develops and submits to division designee proposed departmental class schedules and faculty assignments. 12. Assists in the planning budgeting and use of departmental funds. 13. Develops coordinates schedules instructional staff space and equipment. 14. Assures equipment is properly maintained and available for use before it is needed. 15. Participates in the hiring process including the development of job announcements recruitment of qualified applicants reviewing of credentials screening applicant files interviewing and recommendation to the President. 16. Plans at least one advisory committee meeting per year with representatives of all local law enforcement agencies. 17. Assumes instructional responsibility as outlined in the positions performance enhancement plan. Schedules office hours to meet the needs of students. 18. Serves on campus and/or off campus committees. 19. Coordinates department relations with the community and employers. 20. Establishes and/or maintains robust partnerships with customer law enforcement agencies. 21. Coordinates or assists agencies with recruiting candidates and assists candidates with enrollment. 22. Assists students via individual counseling and referral to available resources. 23. Attends the annual commencement ceremony. 24. Contributes to the College Vision Mission Values and RISE statement. 25. Performs other duties as assigned.
Preferred Qualifications
1. Masters degree in Criminal Justice Criminology Public Affairs or Public Administration. 2. CJ Standards specialty instructor certifications or obtain within 12 months of hire date if needed. 3. Proficiency in a foreign language such as Spanish an East Slavic language and/or American Sign Language.
The Director is responsible for all aspects of the Basic Law Enforcement Training ( BLET ) program(s) including recruitment coordination and scheduling and job placement assistance in accordance with strict state regulatory standards and input from local customer agencies.
Duties
1. Coordinates and supervises all aspects of Basic Law Enforcement Training ( BLET ) program. 2. Supervises BLET qualified assistant/continuing education coordinator and the BLET Administrative Assistant. 3. Coordinates Detention Officer Certification Courses Telecommunicator Courses per state standards. 4. Coordinates regional NC testing as needed. 5. Maintains knowledge of and compliance with the State Board of Community Colleges approved standards for the curriculum and continuing education programs. 6. Maintains knowledge of and compliance with standards of the N.C. Law Enforcement Training and Standards Commission Sheriffs Education and Standards and any other mandatory rules or regulations related to the BLET program. 7. Prepares and submits all documents required or requested by state regulatory agencies related to the program. 8. Maintains strict compliance with CJ Standards record keeping and other state federal and college standards. 9. Maintains knowledge of college policies procedures and practices and communicates this information to full-time and adjunct faculty. Ensures that policies are supported and carried out. 10. Ensures that all college reports and requested information are submitted promptly and accurately. 11. Develops and submits to division designee proposed departmental class schedules and faculty assignments. 12. Assists in the planning budgeting and use of departmental funds. 13. Develops coordinates schedules instructional staff space and equipment. 14. Assures equipment is properly maintained and available for use before it is needed. 15. Participates in the hiring process including the development of job announcements recruitment of qualified applicants reviewing of credentials screening applicant files interviewing and recommendation to the President. 16. Plans at least one advisory committee meeting per year with representatives of all local law enforcement agencies. 17. Assumes instructional responsibility as outlined in the positions performance enhancement plan. Schedules office hours to meet the needs of students. 18. Serves on campus and/or off campus committees. 19. Coordinates department relations with the community and employers. 20. Establishes and/or maintains robust partnerships with customer law enforcement agencies. 21. Coordinates or assists agencies with recruiting candidates and assists candidates with enrollment. 22. Assists students via individual counseling and referral to available resources. 23. Attends the annual commencement ceremony. 24. Contributes to the College Vision Mission Values and RISE statement. 25. Performs other duties as assigned.
Preferred Qualifications
1. Masters degree in Criminal Justice Criminology Public Affairs or Public Administration. 2. CJ Standards specialty instructor certifications or obtain within 12 months of hire date if needed. 3. Proficiency in a foreign language such as Spanish an East Slavic language and/or American Sign Language.
Required Experience:
Director