NIRMA recognizes that law enforcement and corrections present unique risks to our members. NIRMA created the Law Enforcement and Safety Specialist role in 2009 specifically to support Sheriff’s Offices in risk mitigation efforts. Since that time, the services provided by the Law Enforcement and Safety Specialist have proven to be both effective and highly valued by NIRMA members.
The Law Enforcement and Safety Specialist is part of the Loss Prevention Team. The individual in this role serves as a resource to member counties and provides professional level consulting, training, and other assistance on law enforcement patrol and corrections issues. In keeping with NIRMA’s safety focused mission, this role is also responsible for providing certain additional loss prevention services related to occupational safety and tort liability exposures.
The ideal candidate will have a passion for law enforcement and public safety. The candidate must have thorough knowledge of the duties, responsibilities, and liabilities of law enforcement and corrections operations and the policies and skills necessary to effectively manage those operations. Knowledge and experience in the principles and methods of loss prevention, safety, and risk management are also sought. This person must be highly organized, and proficient in the use of computers and electronic communication tasks using Microsoft Office or similar software (email, word processing, creating presentations) and must have excellent verbal and written communication skills. The person to fill this role must be effective in both formulating and delivering employee training.
Advanced post-secondary educational training in a law enforcement, criminal justice or related field is highly desirable, as is an occupational health and safety background. A minimum of 7 years experience in a responsible law enforcement-related position is required, along with at least 5 years experience in a law enforcement, detention, or corrections management role. Receipt of or progression toward one or more of the following or similar certifications is also desirable: certified Nebraska law enforcement instructor; certified CPR, AED, and Basic First Aid Instructor; ARM; CSP; or ASP. Any combination of education and experience which would likely provide the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying. Ability and willingness to regularly travel throughout Nebraska, including overnight stays, is required, as is a valid Nebraska driver’s license.
Competitive salary commensurate with experience. Excellent benefits package, including: employer paid health plan; 401K plan; life, dental, and disability insurance; company car; and continuing education allowances. To apply, qualified candidates must submit a resume and cover letter outlining interest and experience, to:
Human Resources
P.O. Box 85210
Lincoln, NE 68501-5210
humanresources@nirma.info
Application Deadline: Friday, June 10, 2022
Equal Opportunity Employer
