Are you looking to make a difference? When you work for the International Association of Chiefs of Police (IACP), you don’t just make a living, you make a difference by shaping the future of the policing profession. Is it easy? No. Is it worthwhile? Absolutely.
The International Association of Chiefs of Police (IACP) is the world’s largest and most influential professional association for police leaders. With more than 34,000 members in over 176 countries, the IACP is a recognized leader in global policing, committed to advancing safer communities through thoughtful, progressive police leadership. Since 1893, the association has been serving communities by speaking out on behalf of law enforcement and advancing leadership and professionalism in policing worldwide.
As a leadership association, the IACP starts with our members’ needs. We think strategically and assess constantly; cultivate good judgment, and drive change.
IACP seeks to hire a Senior Project Manager who will oversee the development and maintenance of the IACPnet/IACPlearn platforms, which are crucial resources provided by the International Association of Chiefs of Police (IACP). The position requires innovative and creative problem solving, participates in decision making activities, interfaces with IACP leadership and external partners as well as IACP membership and the policing profession generally. This position requires strong leadership and organizational skills, a deep understanding of law enforcement needs, and the ability to work collaboratively with various stakeholders.
Job Responsibilities:
Working with IACP staff and stakeholders, the IACPnet/IACPlearn – Senior Project Manager will:
Maintain ongoing and effective communication with project team, staff members, partners, and funding agencies
Manage, lead, and grow staff members
Oversee the development and pursuit of new IACPnet leads, prospecting and onboarding of new agencies and individuals, the coordination of site demonstrations, and lead the sales team closely.
Stay aware of trending topics and information needs of the policing profession to ensure proper content on IACPnet/IACPlearn
Utilize the association management system to track details and engagement activity for IACPnet/IACPlearn
Provide detailed monthly sales and renewals reports, as well as product/content reports for IACPnet/IACPlearn.
Develop and update standard operating procedure (SOP) guidelines for IACPnet/IACPlearn
Develop and implement creative and effective business practices
Oversee user trainings and continuing education for subscribers/members of the IACPnet/IACPlearn sites
Build and manage partnerships, while working with the team to communicate with IACPnet/IACPlearn users and prospects through phone, email, and in person
Build and sustain relationships with police leaders to enhance project work and understanding of the profession whom we serve
Represent IACPnet and IACPlearn products and services at various events, to demonstrate how our solutions meet the needs of the policing
Conduct market research and competitive analysis to identify industry trends and emerging opportunities
Lead digital strategy effort to continually evaluate IACPnet/IACPlearn websites for needed enhancements
Solicit feedback and survey customers
Develop communications and marketing strategies to promote IACPnet/IACPlearn
Organize and track details of project-related meetings and events including expenditures, logistics, and programmatic information
Other duties as assigned
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field preferred or minimum of four years of job-related experience
Proficiency in Microsoft Office products (Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint) and other relevant business software
Equivalent combinations of education and experience will be considered.
Preference for on-site work at our headquarters in (Alexandria, VA).
Remote work option available for candidates with exceptional qualifications.
Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Minimum of two (2) years of staff supervisory experience
Analytical skills to include ability to troubleshoot problems from multiple perspectives
Excellent writing, editing, and communication skills
Strong penchant for collaboration and teamwork
Critical thinking and decision-making skills
Solid task prioritization, organization, and time management skills, and attention to detail
Demonstrated skills in new account acquisition and customer service.
Ability to create and manage a budget, accounting for and preserving project resources
Ability to multi-task; must be organized and have attention to detail
Understanding of policing and project-relevant issues
Familiarity and understanding of policing.
Experience in a non-profit organization, association, or criminal justice environment
Special Conditions and Work Environment
Work takes place primarily in an office environment.
Some travel may be required based on position responsibilities.
Light lifting, bending, and reaching may be required.
Highlights of Employee Benefits
Medical HMO: Free for Employee and Family (Local Employees)
Vision: Free for Employee
Dental: Offered at a reasonable rate for Employee and Family
403B: IACP Match - up to 6% - after one year of employment
All interested candidates must submit a cover letter and resume
The IACP only requires you to fill out the skills section and screening questions in the application, along with your resume and cover letter.
Cover letters must contain the name of the position being applied for as well as the requisition number
The IACP may consider applicants for positions other than those indicated
Please note that applications received without the requested information will not be forwarded for review
The IACP is an equal opportunity employer. Federal law prohibits discrimination in employment practices on the basis of race, color, religious affiliation, national origin, sex, age, or disability. No information requested on this application will be used for the purpose of excluding any applicant’s consideration for employment because of his or her race, color, religion, national origin, sex, or disability.
Public Health Compliance: IACP requires all employees, regardless of remote work status, to be vaccinated and boosted against COVID-19. As a prospective and/or new employee at the IACP, you will be required to comply with our vaccination policy, report your vaccination status, and provide proof of vaccination. Compliance with the policy does allow for exceptions, but those exceptions will only be granted in circumstances related to medical conditions or sincerely held religious beliefs.
