Director of Government and External Affairs

startpost: 3/13/2006
Endpost: 4/28/2006

BACKGROUND :

The International Association of Campus Law Enforcement Administrators (IACLEA) represents over 1,200 higher education institutions. The Association represents the interests of sworn and non-sworn, armed and unarmed, two year and four year, private and state, campus law enforcement, campus security, and campus public safety agencies. IACLEA's core purpose is “To represent and promote campus public safety.”

POSITION:

IACLEA is seeking an individual or firm to represent the Association in Washington , D.C. The individual or firm will work with the U. S. Congress, executive branch agencies, and state and local governments to address issues that impact campus public safety agencies and their institutions. The D.C. representative will also interact extensively with national law enforcement and higher education associations on issues of mutual concern.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITY:

Experience in law enforcement; preferably in campus law enforcement; ability to persuade and influence decisions; experience in working with federal agencies and familiarity with their processes and; strong presentation skills.

MINIMUM HIRING REQUIREMENTS/PREFERENCES:

Bachelor's degree or equivalent in education and experience; thorough understanding of law enforcement and knowledge of contemporary and anticipated issues and challenges; prior government relations experience in a non-profit organization either as a paid staff member or as a volunteer; experience in organizing and conducting meetings; ability to present clear and comprehensive oral and written reports; ability to develop and maintain professional contacts.

APPLY TO:

Peter J. Berry, CAE Chief Staff Officer International Association of Campus Law Enforcement Administrators 342 North Main Street West Hartford, CT 06117

Applications may be made by resume and must be received at the above address no later than 5:00 p.m. on Friday, April 28. Letters of application and resumes may be mailed to the above address or e-mailed to . They will be received immediately upon publication of this announcement. The position will remain open until filled.

GENERAL INFORMATION:

Applicants must be citizens of the United States . Resumes will be reviewed and those applicants deemed to offer the most pertinent background of experience and training may be invited to participate in interviews to be conducted by the D.C. Representation Task Force of the International Association of Campus Law Enforcement Administrators. The position is part-time with $50,000 budgeted annually for this part-time position. The individual or firm must be based in the D.C. area.