Justice Program Administrator

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4/19/2026 (8:00 PM EDT)

26-01801

Justice Program Administrator

Pay Grade 15

Salary

$59,491.40 Annually

Employment Type

EXECUTIVE BRANCH | FULL TIME | ELIGIBLE FOR OVERTIME PAY | 18A | 37.5 HR/WK

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Hiring Agency

Justice & Public Safety Cabinet | Dept of Criminal Justice Training

Location

4449 Kit Carson Dr

Richmond, KY 40475 USA

Description

The Kentucky Department of Criminal Justice Training (DOCJT) located in Richmond, is seeking a motivated and detail-oriented professional to serve as a Justice Program Administrator within the Staff Services and Planning Section, supporting the Commissioner’s Office. This position plays a key role in advancing agency operations through collaboration with executive leadership, training staff, and external client agencies.

The Justice Program Administrator provides administrative, analytical, and programmatic support for departmental initiatives, including the national accreditation program, policy management processes, agency data analysis, and program evaluation activities for the Law Enforcement Basic Training Academy, Public Safety Dispatch Academy, Court Security Officer Training, and In-Service Training programs. This position requires strong organizational skills, effective communication, and the ability to analyze and present data to inform executive decision-making.

Responsibilities And Duties

• Requests, collects, edits, and analyzes agency national accreditation program and other agency research data, writes comprehensive reports for executive and managerial superiors.
• Organizes, attends, and participates in agency accreditation program and policy implementation meetings with agency personnel and executive leadership.
• Coordinates activities of agency support staff and, or, service providers engaged in the implementation and administration of the agency's national accreditation program and policy objectives.
• Provides recommendations for program enhancements based on findings and statistical evaluations.
• Researches, develops, implements, and interprets policies and procedures related to agency programs;
• Identifies major policy issues requiring administrative and executive resolution.
• Serves as liaison with management and staff to facilitate the administration and review of agency programs, policies, and procedures; manages PowerDMS program for accreditation and policy review and approval process.
• Designs, deploys and manages survey tools to collect data on training effectiveness; conducts studies and complies statistical data and technical reports to assist leadership in identifying trends, issues, and areas for improvement.
• Analyzes data and prepares detailed reports for the Administration and Training Operations Divisions and Executive Leadership.
• Responds to agency accreditation, policy, and statistical inquiries from the general public, governmental officials, or agency executives.
• Other duties as assigned.
  
  

Preferred Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Knowledge of accreditation standards, compliance processes, and policy management systems.
• Experience in research design, data collection, and statistical or qualitative analysis.
• Strong written communication skills, including technical and executive-level report writing.
• Demonstrated aptitude for customer service, records management, and administrative support.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
• Strong analytical and decision-making skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities, meet deadlines, and work independently or collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.
  
  

Additional And Supplemental Information

• Maintain a valid driver’s license.
• Frequently communicate in person or by other means of technology.
• Spend a major portion of time using a computer.
• Some travel required (state vehicle provided).
  
  

A background check is required. Final job offer is contingent upon successful completion of background investigation.

Minimum Requirements

EDUCATION: Graduate of a college or university with a bachelor's degree.

EXPERIENCE, TRAINING, OR SKILLS: Four years of professional experience in any operation or program within the field of corrections, juvenile justice, criminal justice, law enforcement, recreation, academic or vocational education, health services or education, dietary or food management, construction project management, social work, or a related field.

Substitute EDUCATION for EXPERIENCE: A master's degree will substitute for one year of the required experience.

Substitute EXPERIENCE for EDUCATION: Additional experience in corrections, juvenile justice, criminal justice, law enforcement, recreation, academic or vocational education, health services or education, dietary or food management, construction project management, social work, or related field will substitute for the education on a year-for-year basis.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS (AGE, LICENSURE, REGULATION, ETC.): NONE

Working Conditions

Work is typically performed in an office setting.

Probationary Period

This job has an initial and promotional probationary period of 6 months, except as provided in KRS 18A.111.

If you have questions about this advertisement, please contact Rachel Lingenfelter at rachel.lingenfelter@ky.gov or 859-622-8375.

An Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/D