Are you a forward-thinking leader with a strong background in public safety policy, accreditation, recruitment and hiring, training, and teletype and warrants operations? Prince William County’s Department of Public Safety Communications is seeking an exceptional professional to serve as its next Assistant Director of Administration. This role oversees the Administrative Division, which encompasses the Administrative Unit, the Teletype and Warrant Unit, and the Training Unit.
About This Role:
This position is a key member of the leadership team responsible for supporting the Department’s 24/7/365 operations. The Assistant Director collaborates closely with fellow Assistant Directors on process improvement, conflict resolution, progressive discipline, budgeting, and the identification and implementation of industry best practices. This role also provides direct oversight to three units that deliver critical support to both staff and the Center. The Admin Unit is charged with driving the Center’s recruitment and hiring efforts, managing all fiscal responsibilities, and overseeing accreditation and policy development to ensure operational excellence. The Training Unit is responsible for delivering comprehensive training programs for new hires and providing continuous in-service training to ensure all personnel maintain the highest level of proficiency. The Teletype Warrant Unit manages records related to missing and wanted persons, as well as stolen articles and vehicles. This work is conducted through the Virginia Criminal Information Network (VCIN), the National Crime Information Center (NCIC), and local records systems. The ideal candidate is adaptable, approachable, and has excellent communication skills, and thrives in a collaborative environment.
Minimum Requirements:
- High school diploma or GED is required.
- Minimum 8 years of full-time supervisory or public safety experience is required.
- Must successfully pass full background investigation to include polygraph, psychological evaluation, medical evaluation and drug test.
Preferences:
Preferred applicants should be knowledgeable in the following: Call Handling Equipment (CHE), Audio Recording Technology, Computer Aided Dispatch (CAD), Land mobile radio (LMR), Records Management Systems (RMS), Mobile Data Terminals (MDT), Department of Criminal Justice Services (DCJS), Commission on Accreditation for Law Enforcement Agencies (CALEA), Emergency Medical Dispatch (EMD), National Center for Missing & Exploited Children (NCMEC) and Virginia National Information Network (VCIN).
Work Schedule:
The standard schedule is Monday through Friday, with occasional evening and weekend hours as needed; however, the center’s rapidly changing demands may necessitate short-notice adjustments and flexibility in schedule.
The position description does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer and employee and is subject to change by the employer as the needs of the employer and the requirements of the job change. The above position description is intended to represent only the key areas of responsibilities; specific position assignments will vary depending on the business needs of the department.
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Prince William County is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, the County will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the employer.
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