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21st Century Public Safety Academy Instructor

On-site · Olathe, Kansas, United States

Type
Contract
Level
Senior Level
Education
Bachelors Degree
Company size
Unknown
Industry
Education Services

Job Summary

21st Century Public Safety Academy Instructor in Olathe, KS is responsible for implementing, organizing, and planning a rigorous instructional program within the 21st Century Public Safety Academy. The role involves delivering and developing coursework (including Introduction to Public Safety, Law Enforcement levels 1 and 2, and mentoring a Public Safety Senior Capstone project), creating lesson plans, updating curriculum, procuring supplies, maintaining equipment, fostering a positive learning environment, assessing student progress, and coordinating with law enforcement and district staff. The instructor must be commission-trained with law enforcement experience, maintain required certifications, and participate in ongoing professional development. Strong communication, collaboration with district personnel, ability to lift up to 25 pounds, and a commitment of at least two years are essential. The position is a certified-contract role with a five-year rotational structure and requires a formal selection process.

Required Qualifications

  • Commissioned, non-probationary officer with the Olathe Police Department
  • Minimum of ten (10) years of law enforcement experience by August 1st, 2026
  • Rating of “Valued Performer” or higher on most recent performance appraisal
  • Meet and maintain all qualifications and certifications required by Olathe Police Department Administrative Regulations, Olathe City Ordinances, Kansas Statutes, and Federal Regulations
  • Meet and maintain all requirements for instruction per the Kansas State Department of Education
  • Bachelor’s degree
  • Minimum two-year commitment to the assignment
  • Successful completion of a selection process including oral interview, classroom presentation, and review of personnel file and productivity reports
  • Selections will involve an Olathe School District representative, School Resource Officer Sergeants, Special Operations Commander, and Chief of Police approval
  • Background clearance, Criminal Justice Fingerprint, TB Test
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