Manager, NIBRS

Axon; Denver (CO); Remote; USD 99,000 - 159,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading public safety technology company is seeking a Manager for their UCR team. Responsible for overseeing strategic initiatives, developing operational objectives, and leading a team of specialists. The ideal candidate has proven experience in NIBRS initiatives, expertise in public safety technology, and strong leadership skills. This role offers competitive salary and comprehensive benefits. Remote work is available within the United States.

Benefits

Competitive salary and 401k with employer match

Discretionary paid time off

Paid parental leave

Fitness Programs

Emotional & Mental Wellness support

Snacks in offices

Qualifications

• Proven experience leading large-scale NIBRS initiatives.
• Expertise in public safety technology integration.
• Strong technical understanding of NIBRS validation and reporting.

Responsibilities

• Establish and execute strategic initiatives for NIBRS programs.
• Develop and implement operational objectives and performance metrics.
• Lead and mentor a team of specialists and support analysts.

Skills

Leadership in large-scale initiatives

Policy development

Regulatory compliance

Technical understanding of NIBRS

Stakeholder management

Data processing in public safety

Budget management

Job description

Your Impact

Axon’s Software Services Team is seeking a Manager to lead our UCR (Uniform Crime Reporting System) team. This individual will be responsible for overseeing strategic initiatives, operational objectives, and work plans that enhance Axon’s public safety technology products. This Manager will collaborate with cross-functional teams, ensuring the success of NIBRS data integrations and compliance with state and federal reporting standards.

What You’ll Do

Location: Remote within the United States
Reports to: Sr Manager, NIBRS
Direct Reports: 5-8 UCR Specialists

• Establish and execute strategic initiatives for Axon’s NIBRS and other uniform reporting programs to ensure compliance with state and federal reporting requirements.
• Develop and implement operational objectives, budgets, schedules, and performance metrics for the NIBRS team.
• Lead and mentor a team of specialists, customer support analysts and support engineers, fostering collaboration and professional growth.
• Regularly interact with senior leadership and executive stakeholders to communicate key insights, challenges, and solutions.
• Ensure adherence to best practices in NIBRS data validation, submission, and reporting frameworks.
• Partner with internal teams, law enforcement agencies, and state program coordinators to enhance public safety data accessibility and usability.
• Influence technical and business decisions by providing in-depth analysis and innovative solutions to NIBRS challenges.
• Drive process improvements and policy modifications to enhance efficiency and effectiveness within the NIBRS team and across related functions.
• Oversee the development and maintenance of automated data pipelines that support Axon’s system integrations, data management, and analytics solutions.

What You Bring

• Proven experience leading large-scale NIBRS initiatives at the state or agency level, with a strategic focus on compliance and operational efficiency.
• Expertise in policy development, regulatory compliance, and public safety technology integration.
• Strong technical understanding of NIBRS, including experience with validation and reporting requirements.
• Proven leadership in managing stakeholders, driving executive alignment, and leading cross-functional teams under tight deadlines.
• Understanding of system integrations, data processing, and analytics within public safety or government sectors.
• Experience managing budgets, operational metrics, and process improvements at scale.
• Must pass a Criminal Justice Information Services (CJIS) background check and maintain confidential and highly sensitive information.

Benefits that Benefit You

• Competitive salary and 401k with employer match
• Discretionary paid time off
• Paid parental leave for all
• Fitness Programs
• Emotional & Mental Wellness support
• And yes, we have snacks in our offices

Benefits listed herein may vary depending on the nature of your employment and the location where you work.

The Pay: Axon is a total compensation company, with base pay, bonus, and stock awards. The starting base pay for this role is between USD 99,000 in the lowest geographic market and USD 158,400 in the highest geographic market. The actual base pay depends on factors such as level, function, training, transferable skills, work experience, geographic market, and business needs.

Our benefits offer an array of options to help support you physically, financially and emotionally through big milestones and daily life. To see more details on our benefits offerings please visit www.axon.com/careers/benefits.

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