Professional Standards Manager - Falls Church Police

Fallschurchva; Falls Church (VA); On-site; USD 76,000 - 131,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Falls Church is hiring a Professional Standards Manager for its Police Department. This role involves managing the accreditation process, developing policies, and ensuring compliance with law enforcement standards. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree, experience in a similar role, and strong analytical and communication skills. The city offers a comprehensive benefits package and values diversity in its workforce.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits package, including health and dental insurance

Pension plan and paid holidays

Flexible spending account and life insurance

Credit union membership

Qualifications

• 5 years of related experience in policy directives and accreditation.
• Experience in managing re-accreditation processes for law enforcement.
• Ability to prepare for audits and site assessments.

Responsibilities

• Manage accreditation compliance and prepare accreditation files.
• Develop and revise department policies to meet CALEA standards.
• Conduct audits and assist in creating new policies and procedures.

Skills

Knowledge of law enforcement accreditation standards

Ability to document compliance

Research and analysis methods

Communication skills

Multi-tasking abilities

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in criminal justice or related field

Tools

PowerDMS

Job description

Professional Standards Manager

$76,594 - $130,210

Onsite

Closing Date: July 11, 2025

The City of Falls Church is seeking a seeking a highly motivated individual to be the Professional Standards Manager for the City of Falls Church Police Department. This position performs a variety of complex administrative and professional tasks and will serve as the department's Commission on Accreditation for Law Enforcement Agencies (CALEA) Accreditation Manager. The position requires planning, coordinating, and managing the implementation, maintenance and adherence to the Police Department's accreditation through CALEA.

The City of Falls Church Police Department is a highly respected, professional public safety agency committed to providing the highest level of service that our community expects. Located six miles from Washington D.C., the City of Falls Church is an independent City, separate from neighboring Arlington and Fairfax Counties, with its own school system, municipal government, and police department. At just over 2 square miles in area, "The Little City" is known for its urban village community, quality customer service, and independent spirit.

Key Responsibilities

Under limited supervision, manages administrative requirements to meet accreditation compliance standards set by CALEA. Work involves preparing appropriate information related to audit points within the accreditation process. Additionally, this role requires creating, maintaining, and revising accreditation information. This position analyzes data and develops strategies for assisting staff in meeting regular deadlines with the annual compliance reviews. Other duties include:

• Develops, writes, revises, and manages the Police Department's catalog of policies to meet accreditation standards and maintains accreditation files;
• Conducts regular reviews of policies and procedures to meet all current CALEA standards, legislative mandates, and judicial rulings.
• Prepares the Police Department for remote and site assessment(s) and supervises assessor activities.
• Assists in identification and development of new General Orders, policies, procedures, and program initiatives.
• Serves as the Police Department's PowerDMS program administrator, for both Accreditation and Policy Management.
• Serves as the Police Department's representative to the Commission on Accreditation for Law Enforcement Agencies, Inc; and provides various presentations to City of Falls Church Police staff and City leadership about accreditation and policy issues.

MINIMUM EDUCATION, TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS

• Requires a Bachelor’s Degree in criminal justice, public administration, planning, business management or a closely related field.
• 3 -5 years of related experience such as interpreting and writing policy directives and other highly technical documents.
• Experience performing and managing a law enforcement agency's accreditation and re-accreditation process embracing state level standards.

REQUIREDKNOWLEDGE,SKILLSANDABILITIES

• Thorough knowledge of law enforcement accreditation standards including management philosophies and operations and related familiarity with state, federal, and other local agencies and public safety organizations.
• Ability to accurately document activities to demonstrate compliance with applicable accreditation standards.
• Knowledge of the principles, practices, and procedures of law enforcement and law enforcement management.
• Knowledge of applicable state and local laws/ordinances as well as departmental policies/procedures.
• Ability to interpret and evaluate legislative initiatives.
• Knowledge of research and analysis methods and techniques.
• Ability to use logic and reasoning to understand, analyze, and evaluate complex situations and research information to identify solutions, conclusions or approaches to the situation.
• Ability to communicate ideas and proposals effectively so others will understand to include preparation of reports. Ability to handle a variety of issues with tact and diplomacy and in a confidential manner.
• Knowledge of office equipment and skill in use of computer programs to include word processing, data programs and presentation media. Thorough knowledge of PowerDMS.
• Ability to maintain cooperative and professional relationships with employees and all levels of management to include representatives from other departments and organizations.
• Ability to multi-task, maintain and organize files and plan and organize a variety of administrative activities.
• Ability to exercise independent judgment.

Salary & Benefits:Salary range is $76,594 - $130,210. The City of Falls Church offers a comprehensive benefits package including health insurance, dental insurance, pension plan, deferred compensation plan, flexible spending account, life and long-term disability insurance, paid holidays, vacation and sick leave, free parking, credit union membership, and more. Seewww.fallschurchva.gov/benefits for additional information.

To apply,please complete the online application athttp://www.fallschurchva.gov/jobs and upload your cover letter and resume. Applications received prior to July 11, 2025 will receive priority consideration.

Our commitment to an inclusive workplace:The City of Falls Church is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing a workplace free from harassment and discrimination. We celebrate the unique differences of our employees because that is what drives curiosity, innovation, and the success of our organization. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, marital status, veteran status, disability status, pregnancy, parental status, genetic information, political affiliation, or any other status protected by the federal, state and/or local laws or regulations. Accommodations may be requested for applicants with disabilities. To request a reasonable accommodation, please contact the Human Resources Department [e-mail] 703-248-5127.Determinations on requests for reasonable accommodation will be made on a case-by-case basis.

All City facilities are smoke free.