Director, Basic Law Enforcement Training

Asheville-Buncombe Technical Community College; Woodfin (NC); On-site; USD 70,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

Asheville-Buncombe Technical Community College seeks a Director for the Basic Law Enforcement Training (BLET) program. The role oversees recruitment, scheduling, and job placement while ensuring strict state regulatory compliance and collaboration with local agencies.

The candidate must hold a relevant degree with extensive NC law enforcement experience, plus leadership and instructional credentials. The position is full-time, with a standard 40-hour week and evenings/weekends as needed.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Criminal Justice, Criminology, Public Affairs, or Public Administration.
• Ten years of full-time or equivalent experience in law enforcement in North Carolina.
• Two years of full-time or equivalent teaching/training experience in law enforcement training.
• Three years of full-time or equivalent law enforcement supervisory experience in North Carolina.
• NC Driver’s License.
• Currently or eligible to be BLET and GI School Director by NC CJ Standards Commission.
• Current or eligible DOCC and Telecommunicator School Director certification by NC Sheriffs’ Standards Division.
• Master’s degree in Criminal Justice, Criminology, Public Affairs, or Public Administration (preferred).
• CJ Standards specialty instructor certifications, or obtain within 12 months of hire date if needed.
• Proficiency in a foreign language such as Spanish, an East Slavic language, and/or American Sign Language (preferred).

Responsibilities

• Coordinates and supervises all aspects of Basic Law Enforcement Training (BLET) program.
• Supervises BLET qualified assistant/continuing education coordinator, and the BLET Administrative Assistant.
• Coordinates Detention Officer Certification Courses, Telecommunicator Courses, per state standards.
• Coordinates regional NC testing as needed.
• Maintains knowledge of and compliance with the State Board of Community Colleges approved standards for the curriculum and continuing education programs.
• Maintains knowledge of and compliance with standards of the NC Law Enforcement Training and Standards Commission, Sheriffs’ Education and Standards, and any other mandatory rules or regulations related to the BLET program.

Skills

Law enforcement experience 10+ years

Teaching/training experience 2+ years

Supervisory experience 3+ years

NC Driver’s License

BLET/GI School Director certification

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Criminal Justice/Criminology/Public Affairs/Public Administration

Master’s degree (preferred) in Criminal Justice/Criminology/Public Affairs/Public Administration

DOCC and Telecommunicator School Director certification (eligible or current)

Job description

Director, Basic Law Enforcement Training

Position Summary Information

Position Title Director, Basic Law Enforcement Training

Position Type

Full Time Regular

Annual Schedule

12 months

Expected Work Schedule

Standard

Anticipated Days

Monday - Friday

Anticipated Hours

8 a.m. – 5 p.m. plus additional hours as needed, including evenings and weekends.

Anticipated Hours per Week

40

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 position’s 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.

Minimum Requirements (Applicant must meet all of the minimum requirements)

1. Bachelor’s degree in Criminal Justice, Criminology, Public Affairs, or Public Administration.
2. Ten years of full-time or equivalent experience in law enforcement in North Carolina.
3. Two years of full-time or equivalent teaching/training experience in law enforcement training.
4. Three years of full-time or equivalent law enforcement supervisory experience in North Carolina.
5. NC Driver’s License
6. Currently or eligible to be BLET and GI School Director by NC CJ Standards Commission.
7. Current or eligible DOCC and Telecommunicator School Director certification by NC Sheriffs’ Standards Division.

Preferred Qualifications

1. Master’s 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.

Why Should I Work at A-B Tech?

A-B Tech is nestled in the mountains of Western North Carolina and has served as the region’s premier two-year college since our establishment in 1959.

With four locations , the College service area includes Buncombe and Madison Counties. We are a family of approximately:

• 14,000 continuing education students
• 1,100 faculty & staff

We offer an array of programs to meet local workforce needs which culminate in:

• 30 diplomas
• 122 certificates

A-B Tech is indicative of the modern comprehensive community college – providing innovative educational programming and collaborative community development.

If you are dedicated to student and community success, then we invite you to explore employment opportunities at A-B Tech. We hope you will consider joining the A-B Tech Trailblazer family!

A-B Tech commits to demonstrating an inclusive and welcoming culture of Respect, Integrity, Support, and Equity for Everyone.

This is evident by our RISE Committee, the Trailblazer RISE Award, and annual RISE projects including the Welcoming Classroom, Appreciative Advising, and more!

A-B Tech is looking for:

A person who shares our commitment to sustaining a workplace that offers equal employment opportunity for applicants and employees without discrimination based on race, color, national origin, citizenship, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, disability genetic information/medical history, age, and/or veteran/military status. In addition, the College prohibits discrimination based on any characteristic or condition protected by law, but not specifically mentioned here.

Position Summary

Review Date: (Application should be submitted by 8:00 a.m. EST on this date for consideration)

Review Date: (Application should be submitted by 8:00 a.m. EST on this date for consideration) 09/29/2026

Start Date

01/05/2027

Keep Open Until Filled

Yes

Salary or Hourly Pay Range (Salary is Non-Negotiable)

$70,212 - $71,712

Total Compensation

Your total compensation goes beyond this maximum salary. Your A-B Tech benefits represent nearly 30% of your total compensation.

The total compensation for this position includes an 26.1% employer contribution to a defined pension plan, contributions towards medical and dental policies and fully funded life insurance / accidental death & dismemberment policy.

Benefits Summary

Questions

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