PASS Executive Director

Pinellas County Sheriff's Office; Largo (FL); On-site; USD 97,000 - 119,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits package

Job summary

The Pinellas Police Standards Council seeks an experienced Executive Director to lead PASS, providing pre-employment screening for 14 agencies and overseeing the state Equivalency of Training program for law enforcement and corrections officers.

The role requires strong leadership, budgeting, and regulatory expertise, with a focus on accountability and high professional standards in public safety. Salary range reflects DOQ and market competitiveness.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university.
• Eight or more years of relevant professional experience in management, administration, public safety, regulatory compliance, or related field.
• Equivalent combinations of education and experience may be considered.
• Demonstrated leadership, supervisory, organizational, and decision-making abilities.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic leadership and program administration for PASS.
• Oversee regulatory compliance and financial oversight.
• Manage personnel and stakeholder relations.
• Report to the Chair and collaborate with participating agencies.

Skills

Leadership

Budget management

Policy development

Regulatory compliance

Stakeholder relations

Public speaking

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Questions Regarding This Position May Be Addressed To John Barkley

Nature of Work

This is a shared posting for the Pinellas Police Standards Council (PPSC). This position is not an employee of the Pinellas County Sheriff's Office (PCSO).

NOW HIRING: EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR

HIRING RANGE $97,080-$118,923 (DOQ)

Application Deadline: 11/20/2026

Position Overview

The Pinellas Police Standards Council is seeking an experienced, strategic, and results-oriented Executive Director to lead the Police Applicant Screening Service (PASS). PASS provides pre-employment screening services for 14 local law enforcement agencies and administers the state-mandated Equivalency of Training program for law enforcement and correction officers.

The Pinellas Police Standards Council is committed to professional excellence, accountability, and effective public service. The Executive Director plays a key leadership role in supporting consistent, reliable, and professional applicant screening services for participating public safety agencies.

Reporting to the Chair of the Pinellas Police Standards Council (PPSC), the Executive Director is responsible for organizational leadership, program administration, regulatory compliance, personnel management, financial oversight, and stakeholder relations. The ideal candidate will bring strong leadership skills, sound judgment, excellent communication abilities, and a commitment to maintaining high professional standards in public safety.

Successful Candidates Will Have The Following

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university.
• Eight or more years of relevant professional experience in management, administration, public safety, regulatory compliance, or a related field.

NOTE: Equivalent combinations of the above education and experience will be considered.

• Demonstrated leadership, supervisory, organizational, and decision-making abilities.
• Experience in budget administration, policy development, regulatory interpretation, or program management.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to prepare reports, deliver presentations, and work effectively with diverse stakeholders.
• Valid Florida driver license, which must be maintained throughout employment.

Exceptional candidates will have one or more of the following preferred qualifications

• Current or prior Florida certification as a law enforcement officer.
• Knowledge of Florida law enforcement certification requirements.
• Experience conducting law enforcement applicant screening and/or background investigations.
• Experience working with law enforcement agencies, fire departments, governmental organizations, or public safety standards.
• Experience in legislative affairs, interagency relations, and public-sector administration.

We offer a complete benefits package to full and part-time employees.

To view the PCSO Benefits Guide click here.

Questions Regarding This Position May Be Addressed To

John Barkley

Chief of Police, Treasure Island Police Department

Pinellas Police Standards Council

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