Accreditation and Grants Coordinator Job at City of Casselberry, FL

City of Casselberry, FL City of Casselberry, FL

$47,070 - $70,605 a year
General Description

The Accreditation and Grants Coordinator is responsible for the Police Department’s grants and the department’s adherence to the standards set forth by the Commission for Florida Law Enforcement Accreditation (CFA). In addition, the Accreditation and Grants Coordinator is responsible for providing administrative support to the Police Department in the development of policies, grant applications and management. The Accreditation and Grants Coordinator organizes work, sets priorities, makes assignments, enforces deadlines, and makes decisions based on analytical and innovative thinking within established guidelines. The Accreditation and Grants Coordinator performs work independently within established policies and procedures.

HIRING RANGE: $47,070-$58,837

Examples of Essential Functions

1.0 Accreditation Coordinator (50%)
  • Performs a variety of complex administrative and professional assistance work in planning, coordinating, and managing the maintenance and adherence to the department's accreditation through CFA.
  • Organizes, prioritizes, and assigns tasks to other department members.
  • Enforces work deadlines as they apply to accreditation requirements.
  • Maintains all files and data entry for compliance with the accreditation process.
  • Provides advice, support, and assistance by interpreting policies and procedures.
  • Develops, reviews, revises, and updates policies and procedures, ensures compliance with CFA standards and best practices.
  • Attends conferences and meetings to keep informed of current trends in CFA standards and current laws. Recommends policy adjustments as needed.
  • Directs on-site inspection of compliance with CFA.
  • Ensures all annual and/or time sensitive reviews, reports, audits, and inventories are completed as required by CFA.
  • Prepares and submits annual agency reports to CFA.
  • Coordinates audits of department equipment.
  • Acts as a liaison between the department, outside agencies, CFA, and FLA-PAC.
2.0 Grants Coordinator (30%)
  • Manages and supports the grants requirement and implementation for the department.
  • Identifies and develops strategies to optimize the grant administration process.
  • Researches available grant opportunities.
  • Arranges supporting information and data to prepare applications for funding from local, state and federal departments.
  • Develops commission agenda items.
  • Prepares grant agreements and ensures required documentation completion as per the agreement and ensures diligent follow-up on grants reports.
  • Ensures grant’s implementation is according to the operational and financial needs of the department.
  • Keeps staff informed about upcoming deadlines and deliverables ensuring smooth completion of work responsibilities.
  • Oversee the job of invoicing, accounting, reporting, and other administrative functions to ensure successful execution of grant’s process.
  • Provides detailed quarterly reports to the grant funders with respect to the department's progress.
  • Monitors paperwork and other related documents connected with grant-funded programs.
  • Maintains records of all payments and receivables and prepares monthly records for all grant related activities.
3.0 Additional Duties and Responsibilities (18%)
  • Performs all duties and responsibilities in a manner consistent with the core values of the City, and consistent with City and department policies.
  • Serves as a liaison with the department chaplains and volunteers.
  • Accounts for the schedules, training, records, etc. of the department chaplains and volunteers.
  • Follows safe working practices and has a working knowledge of safety practices and procedures.
  • Adheres to laws, regulations, and policies of the City and of the assigned Department. Follows instructions provided by supervisor, Department Director, or their designee.
  • Participates in department meetings, staff meetings and other related activities.
  • Maintains, preserves, retains, and disposes of public records pursuant to F.S.S. Chapter 119.
  • Performs special projects and other assignments as directed.
4.0 Emergency Management Role. (2%)
  • Participates as a member of the department staff as required to act in the event of an emergency.

Typical Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.


  • Education and Training:
    An Associates’ degree in police sciences, law enforcement, criminal justice administration, public administration, records management, or a closely related field is preferred. CFA’s Managing the Accreditation Process course required or must be able to obtain within a timeframe as directed by the Chief of Police. A comparable combination of education and experience may be considered.
  • Experience: A minimum of three (3) years’ experience in Accreditation Process Management or related field is required. Work experience with federal, state, and local grant management is preferred.
  • Certificates, Licenses and/or Registrations Required: Must possess and maintain a valid Florida Driver’s license. A Motor Vehicle Record (MVR) check will be made to determine acceptance of past driving record. Crime Analyst certification is highly desirable.
  • Security Clearance: Florida Department of Law Enforcement level background clearance.
  • Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
  • Knowledge of CEA standards and accreditation process.
  • Knowledge (intermediate to advance level) in utilizing PowerDMS software programs, as well as Microsoft Office Suite e.g. Outlook, Work, and Excel.
  • Knowledge of Florida State Statutes, law enforcement principles, procedures, techniques, and equipment.
  • Ability to understand and interpret rules, regulations, and policies.
  • Ability to multi-task and work under minimum supervision.
  • Ability to exercise sound judgment in evaluation situations and in making decisions.
  • Ability to understand and follow verbal and written instructions and procedures.
  • Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships.
  • Ability to follow and give verbal and written instruction.
  • Ability to use proper spelling, punctuation, grammar, arithmetic, and business English.
  • Skill in proof-reading documents and making appropriate corrections.
  • Ability to learn and apply technical terminology and information.
  • Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
  • Knowledge (intermediate level) of local, state, and federal regulations affecting work.
  • Knowledge (intermediate level) of public records and disclosure regulations (FS 119.07).
  • Knowledge (intermediate level) of departmental rules, policies, and procedures.
  • Knowledge of modern police recordkeeping procedures and practices.
  • Knowledge of various office equipment, including computer, copier, fax machine, multi-line telephone, etc.
  • Skill in effectively dealing with the public and other agencies.
  • Ability to safely operate a motor vehicle.
  • Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with other employees and the public.
  • Ability to support the mission statement of the City of Casselberry: Committed to protect and enhance the quality of life within its community.
  • Ability to support the core values of the City of Casselberry.
  • Ability to support the vision of the City of Casselberry: A vibrant, affordable, diverse, and progressive community where citizens feel safe, enjoy their neighborhoods, and access their city government.


The City of Casselberry offers a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package.

Health Benefits:
The City of Casselberry pays a substantial portion of our employee's health insurance. Dependent coverage is available at an additional cost, part of which is paid by the City. Health insurance discounts for wellness, non-tobacco and biometric screenings are available to qualified individuals. Group discount plans are available for optional dental, vision, STD, Voluntary Life with ADD, Legal, Accident/Critical Illness and Cancer. Paid long term disability after one year of employment.

Pension:
401a Plan - 10% salary contribution paid by the City
457 Deferred Compensation Plan – City pays 100% match of an employee's voluntary contribution up to 4% of their annual salary

8 paid holidays per year (10 hours per day)

Paid annual leave and sick leave

Paid bereavement and military leave

Education reimbursement

Employee Incentives:
Cost of Living Adjustments
Education and Certification Incentives
Employee Recognition and Appreciation
Probationary Increases
Professional Development
2% Residency Incentive pay for Casselberry residents
Wellness Health Incentive Program

The City of Casselberry is an equal opportunity employer, veteran preference provider, and a drug free workplace.




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