Program Director/Instructor-Law Enforcement

POSITION: Program Director/Instructor-Law Enforcement

POSITION AVAILABLE: 6/9/26

JOB SUMMARY:

The Program Director serves as the TCOLE Training Coordinator and is responsible for coordinating, administering, and ensuring compliance of all training approved by the

Texas Commission on Law Enforcement (TCOLE). This position oversees course scheduling, instructor compliance, cadet records and compliance, reporting

requirements, and liaison activities with TCOLE and the Law Enforcement Advisory Committee to ensure all academy and continuing education programs meet state

standards and accreditation requirements. The Training Coordinator provides instruction, works collaboratively with other instructors, law enforcement agencies,

students/cadets, and college administration to support high -quality public safety education. Build and maintain productive working relationships with local, county, state,

and federal law enforcement agencies.

(See the full job description at: Program Director Job Description)

*QUALIFICATIONS

• Associate’s degree in law enforcement, criminal justice or related field
• A minimum of five (5) years of law enforcement experience. TCOLE Instructor certification required. Knowledge of TCOLE rules, reporting requirements, academy standards, and compliance processes.
• Bachelor’s degree in law enforcement, criminal justice, or related field. TCOLE Master Peace Officer Certification.
• Ten (10) years’ experience as a full-time peace officer.
• Five (5) years of instructional experience.
• Thorough knowledge of Texas Occupations Code Chapter 1701 and TCOLE administrative rules

(See the full job description and qualifications at: Program Director Job Description)

SALARY:

Galveston College offers full-time employees an array of benefits, including a retirement plan, health insurance, paid sick leave, vacation, and holidays. The College offers a competitive salary that is commensurate with education and experience.

GALVESTON COLLEGE:

Galveston College is a public community college with a credit enrollment of approximately 2,400 students, located on historic Galveston Island, located along the Gulf Coast of Texas.

*APPLICATION PROCESS AND DEADLINE:

Applicants are required to complete a Galveston College Application for employment and include a cover letter addressing qualifications, a resume or vita, college transcripts, and copies of any applicable special certificates or licenses. Screening of applicants will begin on or about 6/9/26 and continue until the position is filled. All applications and required attachments must be submitted electronically. To apply go to https://www.gc.edu/human-resources/open-positions/ and follow the appropriate links to the open position and the online application.

INQUIRIES SHOULD BE DIRECTED TO:

Galveston College
Human Resources
4015 Avenue Q
Galveston, TX 77550
Phone: (409) 944-1209 Fax (409) 944-1515

E-mail: [email protected]

Galveston College is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of age, race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, gender, disability, genetic information, or veteran status.