CALEA Manager (Administrative Specialist 1G)

Prince George's County, Maryland; Upper Marlboro (MD); On-site; USD 95,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Prince George’s County Government’s Office of the Sheriff in Upper Marlboro is seeking a CALEA Manager (Administrative Specialist 1G), grade G29, to lead planning, policy development, and the accreditation program within the Bureau of Professional Accountability.

This high-level administrative role requires interpreting regulations, coordinating divisions, and maintaining CALEA standards, with responsibilities across supervisory duties and interagency liaison.

Qualifications

• Master's Degree in Business Administration, Public Administration, or a closely related field.
• Two (2) years of progressively responsible professional work experience in governmental activities including CALEA accreditation experience.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate accreditation activities to ensure CALEA standards compliance.
• Develop and revise agency policies and manage the accreditation program.
• Plan and supervise division activities within agency policies and guidelines.
• Maintain liaison with Sheriff’s Office personnel and other agencies.

Skills

Regulatory planning

Supervisory experience

CALEA accreditation experience

Policy development

Education

Master's Degree in Business Administration or Public Administration

Job description

Come join our team!
Prince George’s County Government provides a dynamic and inclusive workplace where employees can thrive, learn, and grow across its 30 diverse agencies, all dedicated to serving the County's residents with essential resources and services. Nestled just minutes away from Washington, DC, Prince George's County combines urban vibrancy with serene surroundings, offering an ideal setting to live, work, and enjoy life.

Nature and Variety of Work

Come join our team!
Prince George’s County Government provides a dynamic and inclusive workplace where employees can thrive, learn, and grow across its 30 diverse agencies, all dedicated to serving the County's residents with essential resources and services. Nestled just minutes away from Washington, DC, Prince George's County combines urban vibrancy with serene surroundings, offering an ideal setting to live, work, and enjoy life.

The Prince George's County Office of the Sheriff is currently seeking applicants to fill a CALEA Manager (Administrative Specialist 1G) position, grade G29, in the Bureau of Professional Accountability / Planning and Research.

About The Position

This is a high level, professional, and administrative work in planning and program development and coordination within a division. Incumbent is this position performs third level supervisory regulatory law enforcement work as specified by State Law, directing the daily activities and functions of a major division of the Office of the Sheriff. Duties are performed with wide latitude for independent judgment within established laws, regulations and agency policies. Complex and difficult work in planning and program development and coordination of major programs or plans are performed. This class must appropriately interpret and apply established guidelines that are often vague, outdated or conflicting; address past precedents and practices, must be resourceful and innovative in the formation of their work. The position maintains thorough knowledge of Commission on Accreditation for Law Enforcement Agencies (CALEA) standards.

About The Agency

The Prince George's County Office of the Sheriff has been a vital link in the criminal justice system for more than 300 years, providing the citizens of Prince George’s County with professional, transparent, and effective law enforcement service. The Office of the Sheriff serves as the law enforcement arm of the courts, responding to domestic violence calls, processing warrants, civil papers, domestic violence peace and protective orders, Emergency Psychiatric Petition (E.P.S.) orders, and the execution of evictions. The Office of the Sheriff is also responsible for court security, providing security and protection for visitors to our courthouses and securing courtrooms and holding areas. Deputies transport prisoners and are responsible for extraditing fugitives from other states.

Examples of Work

OFFICE OF THE SHERIFF ACCREDITATION MANAGER

• Coordinates all Departmental Accreditation activities to ensure compliance with all applicable standards.

PLANNING, RESEARCH AND DEVELOPMENT

• The Planning, Research and Development Division is primarily responsible for creating, revising and modifying Agency policy contained in the Agency’s General Orders Manual (GOM), managing the Agency accreditation program, and researching and planning strategic initiatives.
• Researches need for new or amended General Orders and Special Orders.
• Develops long- and short-range plans, including operational and administrative plans.

AGENCY CONTINUITY OF OPERATIONS COORDINATOR

• Develops and maintains the agency’s Continuity of Operations Plan (COOP).
• Coordinates with senior agency personnel and COOP coordinators from other agencies for COOP related matters.

SUPERVISORY DUTIES, PROFESSIONAL COMPETENCE AND DEVELOPMENT

• Plans, assigns and supervises designated bureau activities to ensure activities are conducted within the scope of the departmental administrative policies, orders, rules, regulations, procedures and guidelines.

COMMUNICATION AND LIAISON

• Maintains effective liaison with Office of the Sheriff personnel, other allied agencies and members of the County Government.
• Transfers thoughts, ideas, concepts and facts to others through written and oral communications.
• Keeps the Assistant Sheriff, Chief-Bureau of Administration informed of current activities, the results of programs and contemporary ideas that may be beneficial.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications:

• Master's Degree from an accredited College or University in Business Administration, Public Administration, or a closely related field.
• Two (2) years of progressively responsible professional work experience in governmental activities which must include at least six (6) months of CALEA accreditation process experience.

EACH APPLICANT MUST INCLUDE INFORMATION THAT CLEARLY DEMONSTRATES THE ABOVE QUALIFICATIONS FOR THIS POSITION.

Preferred Qualifications

• Six (6) months of previous public safety or local government experience
• Extensive direct CALEA Accreditation process experience.

Additional Information

Salary Range Transparency: The salary range listed in this announcement reflects the offer range for this position. Offers made within this range are based on qualifications, experience, and internal equity.

Tentative Interview Dates: October 21 - 22, 2026

Job Location: 5303 Chrysler Way Upper Marlboro, MD 20772

Conditions of Employment: Upon selection, the candidate must (where applicable):

• Meet all training and performance standards and demonstrate proficiency as required by the agency.
• Wear and use agency protective apparel and equipment in the performance of their assigned duties, if applicable.
• Successfully pass preemployment check, conducted by Prince Georges’ County Office of Human Resources Management, Public Safety Investigations Division, which may include reference checks, background investigations, and medical examination, including drug screening and random drug and alcohol tests.
• Be willing and able to serve as an essential employee. This position is essential. Essential employees are expected to report during standard or non-standard hours as operations necessitate, or during emergencies, requiring incumbents to report to work under all weather conditions, including emergencies such as severe weather, natural disasters, and other critical incidents. Essential employees are expected to report or remain at work when other County employees are granted Administrative Leave.

Eligibility to Work: Under the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986, an employer is required to hire only U.S. citizens and lawfully authorized alien workers. Applicants who are selected for employment will be required to provide and verify authorization to work in the United States without sponsorship.

INTERNAL APPLICANTS: If you are a current Prince George's County Government employee and seeking a promotion, in accordance with Section 16-200 of the Personnel Law, you have the right to appeal a rejection rating within five (5) working days of receiving a rejection notice. Union employees should refer to their respective collective bargaining agreement and/or union representative for their grievance procedure.

Prince George's County Government is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer Committed to Diversity and Inclusion in the Workplace