The position will remain open until filled unless institutional, statutory, or operational needs require the recruitment process to be changed or suspended. Under limited supervision, the Qualified Assistant (QA) supports the Director of Basic Law Enforcement Training (BLET) in planning, coordinating, and administering all aspects of the BLET program and related law enforcement training initiatives. The QA ensures compliance with all North Carolina Criminal Justice Education and Training Standards Commission requirements, assists with faculty and curriculum oversight, and provides both instructional and administrative support to facilitate the effective delivery of training.
The QA plays a vital role in ensuring that law enforcement cadets receive high-quality training that meets state certification standards and prepares them for professional service.
This is a part-time position not to exceed 25 hours per week. The QA’s schedule will vary based on the BLET instructional schedule and general institutional needs. The QA must be willing to work a flexible schedule, including day, evening, and weekend hours as required. The final schedule will be assigned based on QA availability, program needs, and authorization from the Director of BLET.
Assist in the delivery of BLET classes, in-service training, and the development and implementation of new law enforcement training programs.
Coordinate the scheduling, planning, and implementation of BLET courses in compliance with North Carolina Criminal Justice Education and Training Standards Commission requirements.
Recruit, contact, coordinate, and supervise instructors to ensure all training modules meet instructional, regulatory, quality, and safety standards.
Interview prospective cadets, facilitate information sessions, and counsel enrolled students regarding academic progress, study skills, test preparation, and program expectations.
Administer block tests, monitor cadet academic performance, and document and report disciplinary or program rule violations to the Director.
Maintain cadet and instructor files in accordance with NC CJ Standards retention requirements; track instructor certifications, specialized credentials, medical clearances, and maintain up-to-date records on CPR, firearms, DT, and subject control instructors.
Recommend new instructional tools, equipment, and methodologies to enhance training quality and ensure cadets are trained on current law enforcement technology and practices.
Update lesson plans, training aids, and instructional materials to ensure alignment with NC CJ Standards Commission revisions, legislative changes, and administrative code updates.
Provide logistical support to instructors, including preparation and transport of equipment, coordination of vehicles, and assistance with off-campus training activities (e.g., firing range, driving track, Control Compliance Techniques (CCT), POPAT).
Serve as liaison with campus departments—including advising, tutoring, counseling, admissions, and financial aid—to support cadet success and timely program completion.
Assist with program marketing, recruitment, public presentations, career fairs, and outreach to law enforcement agencies and community partners.
Prepare and disseminate program correspondence, reports, rosters, schedules, and Commission-required documentation while maintaining confidentiality of sensitive information.
Participate in program planning, policy development, and continuous improvement efforts; research, evaluate, and recommend new course offerings and instructional modalities.
Monitor course delivery and instructional quality; support faculty evaluations, mediate student concerns, and ensure adherence to Commission-approved standards.
Ensure all training environments meet Commission standards, OSHA requirements, and the College’s risk management and safety protocols.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Other Important Duties
Perform all duties of the BLET Director in their absence, except where Commission rules or certification requirements mandate the presence of the Director.
Assist the Director with data collection, compliance reporting, attendance verification, certification packets, and day-to-day program operations.
Provide instructional coverage when authorized and qualified, including assisting with practical skills training, test proctoring, and skills demonstrations.
Support purchasing, inventory management, and maintenance of program equipment and supplies, including firearms, ammunition, radios, training gear, vehicles, and protective equipment.
Participate in scenario-based training and role play (e.g., domestic violence calls, traffic enforcement, building searches, crime scene response, crowd control, and de-escalation).
Attend professional development training, Commission updates, and law enforcement conferences to stay current with regulatory changes and emerging best practices.
Work collaboratively with the Director to assess and respond to the training needs of law enforcement agencies within the College’s service area.
Apply prior law enforcement experience to enhance program delivery, support student understanding of practical application, and strengthen the quality of instruction and skills training.
Required:
High school diploma or equivalent.
Current or prior certification as a law enforcement officer issued by either the North Carolina Criminal Justice Education and Training Standards Commission or the North Carolina Sheriffs’ Education and Training Standards Commission.
A minimum of four (4) years of practical law enforcement experience as a certified criminal justice officer, or equivalent professional experience within the criminal justice system.
Current North Carolina Criminal Justice General Instructor Certification.
Special Requirements:
Must possess and maintain a valid North Carolina driver’s license.
Current Qualified Assistant (QA) Certification from the North Carolina Criminal Justice Education and Training Standards Commission, or the ability to obtain QA certification within a reasonable timeframe as determined by the Director of BLET from the date of hire, and maintain certification thereafter.
Must successfully complete the Qualified Assistant Orientation offered by the Commission if not previously completed.
Must maintain eligibility to serve as a General Instructor, including meeting all Commission requirements for renewal.
Preferred:
Experience teaching in a Basic Law Enforcement Training (BLET) program.
