What are the responsibilities and job description for the Project Technical Director position at Inside Higher Ed?
Requisition
202600021ES
Title
Project Technical Director
FLSA Status
Exempt
Hiring Salary
Commensurate with education and experience.
This is a full-time, benefits eligible, grant funded position. Continuation of the position is contingent upon continued funding.
Department
Bill Blackwood LEMIT
Division
Division of Academic Affairs
Open Date
06/18/2026
Open Until Filled
Yes
Educational And Experience Requirement
Master’s degree related to field with familiarity with current issues in related field of study. Broad and extensive administrative/management experience in professional management or equivalent in related project area. Additional education may be considered in lieu of experience. Preferred qualifications include graduation from an in-residence executive development program such as LEMIT-LCC, FBINA, ILEA, SMIP, SPI, or Northwestern Executive Development Program.
Nature & Purpose Of Position
Plans, administers, manages, and directs all activities of the De-escalation Training Center (DTC), operating under a BJA de-escalation grant, and the Center for Intelligence and Crime Analysis (CICA). Additionally, the position is responsible for all in-residence executive development programs, which include the Leadership Command College (LCC), Texas Constables Leadership College (TCLC) and the Fire Executive Management Training program (FEMT). All are within the Law Enforcement Management Institute of Texas (LEMIT) at SHSU.
This is a full-time, benefits eligible, grant funded position. Continuation of the position is contingent upon continued funding.
Primary Responsibilities
Responsible for the administration of the regional De-Escalation Training Center (DTA) grant, the Center for Intelligence and Crime Analysis (CICA), the Leadership Command College (LCC), Texas Constables Leadership College (TCLC) and the Fire Executive Management Training program (FEMT) within LEMIT. Maintains liaison work with agencies and governments related to the operations of both centers and associated projects. Responsible for the development, evaluation, and effectiveness of the grant(s). In the case of the DTA, the Director oversees the coordination of the delivery of training and curriculum to law enforcement officers by scheduling courses to be delivered by providers external to SHSU. Collaborates with other regional de-escalation training centers and national training coordinator to ensure consistent and certified training. In the case of CICA operations, the director coordinates instructors for the certification program and should be familiar with law enforcement intelligence operations and crime analysis. Schedules course offerings, identifies venues, delivers training with SHSU staff or other recognized and qualified SMEs. Ideally, the director has a background in criminal intelligence operations and crime analysis and is able to instruct some or all of the course material. Provides supervision to training staff, counselors, and administrative supports. Additionally, the position responsible for all in-residence executive development programs and associated staff.Performs other related duties as assigned.
Other Specifications
Other University departments, State and Federal agencies, and outside vendors. Background in criminal intelligence operations and crime analysis and is able to instruct some or all of the course material.
This position may be designated as a Campus Security Authority (CSA).
Full Time Part Time
Full Time
Quicklink
https://shsu.peopleadmin.com/postings/47579
EEO Statement
Sam Houston State University is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and Smoke/Drug-Free Workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, creed, ancestry, marital status, citizenship, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, disability, or protected veteran status. The University takes seriously the initiative to ensure equal opportunity in the workforce and to comply with Title VII as interpreted by the U.S. Supreme Court. Sam Houston State University is an “at will” employer. Employees with a contract will have additional terms and conditions. Security-sensitive positions at SHSU require background checks in accordance with Education Code
202600021ES
Title
Project Technical Director
FLSA Status
Exempt
Hiring Salary
Commensurate with education and experience.
This is a full-time, benefits eligible, grant funded position. Continuation of the position is contingent upon continued funding.
Department
Bill Blackwood LEMIT
Division
Division of Academic Affairs
Open Date
06/18/2026
Open Until Filled
Yes
Educational And Experience Requirement
Master’s degree related to field with familiarity with current issues in related field of study. Broad and extensive administrative/management experience in professional management or equivalent in related project area. Additional education may be considered in lieu of experience. Preferred qualifications include graduation from an in-residence executive development program such as LEMIT-LCC, FBINA, ILEA, SMIP, SPI, or Northwestern Executive Development Program.
Nature & Purpose Of Position
Plans, administers, manages, and directs all activities of the De-escalation Training Center (DTC), operating under a BJA de-escalation grant, and the Center for Intelligence and Crime Analysis (CICA). Additionally, the position is responsible for all in-residence executive development programs, which include the Leadership Command College (LCC), Texas Constables Leadership College (TCLC) and the Fire Executive Management Training program (FEMT). All are within the Law Enforcement Management Institute of Texas (LEMIT) at SHSU.
This is a full-time, benefits eligible, grant funded position. Continuation of the position is contingent upon continued funding.
Primary Responsibilities
Responsible for the administration of the regional De-Escalation Training Center (DTA) grant, the Center for Intelligence and Crime Analysis (CICA), the Leadership Command College (LCC), Texas Constables Leadership College (TCLC) and the Fire Executive Management Training program (FEMT) within LEMIT. Maintains liaison work with agencies and governments related to the operations of both centers and associated projects. Responsible for the development, evaluation, and effectiveness of the grant(s). In the case of the DTA, the Director oversees the coordination of the delivery of training and curriculum to law enforcement officers by scheduling courses to be delivered by providers external to SHSU. Collaborates with other regional de-escalation training centers and national training coordinator to ensure consistent and certified training. In the case of CICA operations, the director coordinates instructors for the certification program and should be familiar with law enforcement intelligence operations and crime analysis. Schedules course offerings, identifies venues, delivers training with SHSU staff or other recognized and qualified SMEs. Ideally, the director has a background in criminal intelligence operations and crime analysis and is able to instruct some or all of the course material. Provides supervision to training staff, counselors, and administrative supports. Additionally, the position responsible for all in-residence executive development programs and associated staff.Performs other related duties as assigned.
Other Specifications
Other University departments, State and Federal agencies, and outside vendors. Background in criminal intelligence operations and crime analysis and is able to instruct some or all of the course material.
This position may be designated as a Campus Security Authority (CSA).
Full Time Part Time
Full Time
Quicklink
https://shsu.peopleadmin.com/postings/47579
EEO Statement
Sam Houston State University is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and Smoke/Drug-Free Workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, creed, ancestry, marital status, citizenship, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, disability, or protected veteran status. The University takes seriously the initiative to ensure equal opportunity in the workforce and to comply with Title VII as interpreted by the U.S. Supreme Court. Sam Houston State University is an “at will” employer. Employees with a contract will have additional terms and conditions. Security-sensitive positions at SHSU require background checks in accordance with Education Code
- 51.215.