Traffic Safety Program Manager

Criminal Justice Institute

Arkansas, US
Low to mid $70,000s; not specified; benefits eligi...
Statewide travel required including overnight
Manage federally funded grant programs
Supervise staff and complex projects
The position provides leadership for a statewide traffic safety training program focused on impaired driving enforcement and drug recognition

Job Summary

  • The position provides leadership for a statewide traffic safety training program focused on impaired driving enforcement and drug recognition.
  • The Program Manager ensures strict compliance with federal and state grant requirements while serving as the primary liaison between the institute and law enforcement agencies.
  • Benefits are eligible for this regular professional staff position within the Criminal Justice Institute.

Matching Summary

The position provides leadership for a statewide traffic safety training program focused on impaired driving enforcement and drug recognition.

Salary

Low to mid $70,000s; Not specified; Benefits Eligible: Yes

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Statewide travel required including overnight
  • Manage federally funded grant programs
  • Supervise staff and complex projects
  • Knowledge of SFST and DRE programs
  • Ensure NHTSA curriculum compliance

Nice-to-have

  • Previous leadership experience in supervision
  • Certification as law enforcement instructor
  • Experience with AHSO highway safety grants
  • Strong familiarity with data management systems
  • Ability to create collegial working relationships

Key Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in criminal justice or related field
  • Five years or more experience supervising staff
  • Extensive experience in law enforcement or traffic safety
  • Must successfully complete background checks and MVR
  • Proof of legal authority to work in US

Work Rights

Proof of legal authority to work in United States required

Tailored Resume

Cover Letter