Traffic Safety Program Manager

at University of Arkansas - Fayetteville in Little Rock, Arkansas, United States

Job Description

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Closing Date:06/17/2026Type of Position:Professional Staff - Project/Program Administration

Workstudy Position:NoJob Type:Regular

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Sponsorship Available:NoInstitution Name: Criminal Justice Institute
The Criminal Justice Institute (CJI) is a campus of theUniversity of Arkansas Systemthat serves a unique population of non-traditional students-certified law enforcement professionals who are actively employed within our State's police departments and sheriff's offices. The Institute is committed to making communities safer by supporting law enforcement professionals through training, education, resources and collaborative partnerships. Utilizing both classroom-based instruction and practical, hands-on application, CJI provides an educational experience designed to enhance the performance and professionalism of law enforcement in progressive areas of criminal justice, including law enforcement leadership and management, crime scene investigation, computer applications, traffic safety, illicit drug investigations and school safety. If you have a disability and need assistance with the hiring process or have questions about a job posting, please contact Human Resources at 501-570-8021.

Below you will find the details for the position including any supplementary documentation and questions you should review before applying for the opening. To apply for the position, please click theApply link/button.Department:Traffic Safety Program

Department's Website:www.cji.eduSummary of Job Duties:The Traffic Safety Program Manager is responsible for the overall administration, coordination, and execution of a statewide traffic safety training program funded through a grant from the Arkansas Highway Safety Office (AHSO). This position provides leadership and operational oversight for law enforcement training programs focused on impaired driving enforcement, standardized field sobriety testing, and drug recognition.

The Program Manager ensures compliance with federal and state grant requirements, supervises program personnel, manages program deliverables, and serves as the primary liaison between the Criminal Justice Institute, AHSO, and law enforcement agencies.

Regular, reliable, and non-disruptive attendance is an essential job duty, as is the ability to create and maintain collegial, harmonious working relationships with others.Qualifications:
Minimum Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree in criminal justice, public administration, or a related field (master's degree preferred).

Extensive experience in law enforcement, traffic safety programs, or criminal justice training.

Demonstrated experience managing grants or federally funded programs.

Knowledge of impaired driving enforcement, SFST, ARIDE, and DRE programs.

Five years or more experience supervising staff and managing complex projects.

Preferred Qualifications

Previous leadership experience, particularly direct supervision of staff.

Certification as a law enforcement instructor (CLEST or equivalent).

Experience with NHTSA training programs and standards.

Prior experience working with highway safety grants or AHSO programs.

Strong familiarity with DRE and SFST program administration

Additional Information:
Essential Duties, Responsibilities, Program Leadership, and Administration:

Oversee the planning, coordination, and delivery of statewide law enforcement training programs, including DWI Detection and Standardized Field Sobriety Testing (SFST), Drug Recognition Expert (DRE), DRE Instructor Development, Drugged Driving, SFSTInstructor Development, SFST Refresher, Traffic Occupant Protection... For full info follow application link.

The University of Arkansas is an equal opportunity, affirmative action institution. The university welcomes applications without regard to age, race, gender (including pregnancy), national origin, disability, religion, marital or parental status, protected veteran status, military service, genetic information, sexual orientation or gender identity. Persons must have proof of legal authority to work in the United States on the first day of employment. All applicant information is subject to public disclosure under the Arkansas Freedom of Information Act.