Town of Gilbert
Policy and Compliance Coordinator
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Policy and Compliance Coordinator
Salary
$34.60 - $51.90 Hourly
Location
Police Department, AZ
Job Type
Full Time
Job Number
26-0047
Department
POLICE DEPARTMENT
Opening Date
08/21/2025
Closing Date
9/9/2025 12:00 AM Arizona
Description
Benefits
Questions
We Are Seeking
Ready to make a real difference behind the scenes of public safety? We're looking for a detail-driven, mission-minded Policy and Compliance Coordinator to help shape the standards that guide our police department. In this pivotal role, you'll lead the charge in drafting and maintaining policies, conducting audits and inspections, and ensuring we meet the highest standards of law enforcement excellence. You’ll be the go-to for accreditation, compliance, and strategic documentation—keeping us sharp, accountable, and aligned with best practices. If you're passionate about structure, integrity, and public service, this is your chance to be the backbone of a department that protects and serves with pride.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND JOB RESPONSIBILITIES :
Policy Development & Management You’ll lead the charge in drafting, editing, and maintaining all departmental policies, procedures, and directives—ensuring they reflect best practices and comply with state and federal laws.
Accreditation Oversight As the department’s Accreditation Manager, you’ll reconcile standards with internal practices and prove compliance with law enforcement benchmarks—critical for maintaining credibility and operational excellence.
Audits, Inspections & Reviews You’ll plan and conduct thorough evaluations of major divisions and functions, identifying gaps, recommending improvements, and ensuring accountability across the board.
PowerDMS Administration You’ll manage user access and permissions for approximately 500 users, serving as the technical liaison between department IT and PowerDMS support—keeping the system secure and efficient.
External Liaison & FOIA Response You’ll represent the department in communications with outside agencies and handle Freedom of Information Act requests related to your domain, reinforcing transparency and public trust.
This position is an At-Will position and is FLSA Exempt - not eligible for overtime compensation.
About You
You’re a master of details with a passion for structure, accountability, and public service. You thrive in environments where precision matters and policies shape real-world impact. You’re not just organized—you’re strategic, proactive, and driven by a desire to elevate standards and ensure compliance. Whether it’s drafting a directive, leading an audit, or navigating accreditation, you bring clarity, confidence, and collaboration to every task. You’re tech-savvy, a natural communicator, and ready to be the trusted go-to for policy and compliance in a fast-paced, mission-driven department.
Sound like it's something you're interested in? Check out the minimum qualifications for this position below and submit your application today!
Minimum Qualifications and Special Qualifications for this position include:
Bachelor’s degree in business management, public administration, criminal justice or a related field.
Five years of experience in policy writing, inspections, audits or accreditation in a law enforcement work environment.
Licensing/Certifications
Law Enforcement Inspections and Auditing Certification preferred
Special Requirement: Because of the confidential, sensitive nature of information handled, successful completion of a background investigation and polygraph is required.
Why Team Gilbert?
Gilbert’s Mission: Anticipate. Create. Help People
Our Values: DRIVEN, KIND, BOLD, HUMBLE
Awards: (https://www.gilbertaz.gov/about-us/team-gilbert/awards-accolades) We are proud of these achievements and continue to work hard to make Gilbert the best place to live, work and play.
We Are Here to Help!
Gilbert is committed to providing access, equal opportunity, and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities. If any reasonable accommodation is needed while participating in the application and interviewing process, please contact our People Team (Human Resources) at 480-503-6823. Requests should be made as early as possible to allow time to arrange the accommodation.
Gilbert provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
Gilbert offers a comprehensive benefits package for qualifying positions that includes medical and dental insurance, life insurance, disability, pension, tuition reimbursement, parental leave, babies at work, and more! Click Here (https://www.gilbertaz.gov/home/showdocument?id=42978&t=637793142009536761) to see a list of our benefit offerings at-a-glance, or visit our website to see our full employee benefits guide (https://www.gilbertaz.gov/departments/human-resources/benefits) .
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In the questions that follow, you will be asked for information about your work history, to include things such as dates of employment, names of employers and specific details of the work you did. In answer to questions asking you to describe your work experience, if you do not have that type of experience, enter "N/A". Answers provided in this supplemental questionnaire must be substantiated and verifiable in the employment history section of your application. Be aware that submitting a resume in lieu of completing the employment history section of the application and failing to provide all of the information requested in these supplemental questions will disqualify you from further consideration, so please be thorough in answering the questions. Please indicate whether or not you accept these terms by checking the appropriate response below.
Yes
No
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Do you have at least five years of experience in policy writing, inspections, audits or accreditation in a law enforcement work environment?
Yes
No
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If you indicated in the previous question that you have this type of experience, please describe it in detail in the space below. If not, please enter N/A.
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Do you have a bachelor’s degree or higher in public administration, criminal justice, or a related field?
Yes
No
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Please detail your highest level of completed education, be sure to include the degree earned, field of study, and the institution where it was completed.
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Have you used PowerDMS or a similar policy management system in a professional setting?
Yes
No
07
Have you worked directly with CALEA or other law enforcement accreditation bodies?
Yes
No
08
The following questions reference general requirements for candidates of all professional staff positions in the Gilbert Police Department. Please answer all questions truthfully and completely. Are you at least eighteen (18) years of age?
Yes
No
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Do you have a high school diploma or GED?
Yes
No
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Have you been convicted of a felony or convicted of any offense that would be a felony if committed in Arizona?
Yes
No
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Were you dishonorably discharged from the United States Armed Forces?
Yes
No
12
Are you currently under investigation for violations of internal policy, procedure, or other administrative guidelines?
Yes
No
13
Have you ever been convicted of a crime related to domestic violence?
Yes
No
14
Have you personally possessed, used, sold, produced, or cultivated marijuana within the past one (1) year, or at any point while employed with a law enforcement agency? - It is not a disqualifier if those activities occurred while employed for a licensed dispensary and in the scope of employment duties. - This includes products derived from marijuana if they contain more than 0.3% tetrahydrocannabinol (THC). - This does not include Cannabidiol (CBD) products containing less than 0.3% tetrahydrocannabinol (THC).
Yes
No
15
Have you illegally used Adderall within the past one (1) year, or at any point while employed with a law enforcement agency?
Yes
No
16
Have you ever illegally sold, produced, cultivated, or transported any dangerous drugs, narcotics, hallucinogens, or prescription drugs?
Yes
No
17
Have you illegally used any dangerous drugs, narcotics, hallucinogens, or prescription drugs within the past five (5) years, or at any point while employed with a law enforcement agency?
Yes
No
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I understand that if I am offered employment in this position, I would be required to pass an extensive police background investigation, to include the following: a polygraph examination; personal and business reference checking; a credit report; investigation into traffic, civil and criminal offenses and drug usage.
Yes
No
19
The following question is strictly confidential and will not be made part of your application for employment. Preference Status per Arizona Revised Statute 38-492 (select all that apply):
Veteran
Disabled Veteran
Veteran's Spouse/Surviving Spouse
Disabled Person
Required Question
Employer
Town of Gilbert
Address
50 E. Civic Center Drive Gilbert, Arizona, 85296
Phone
(480) 503-6823
Website
https://gilbertaz.gov/jobs
Apply
Please verify your email address Verify Email
Print (https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/gilbert/jobs/newprint/5050028)
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Policy and Compliance Coordinator
Salary
$34.60 - $51.90 Hourly
Location
Police Department, AZ
Job Type
Full Time
Job Number
26-0047
Department
POLICE DEPARTMENT
Opening Date
08/21/2025
Closing Date
9/9/2025 12:00 AM Arizona
Description
Benefits
Questions
We Are Seeking
Ready to make a real difference behind the scenes of public safety? We're looking for a detail-driven, mission-minded Policy and Compliance Coordinator to help shape the standards that guide our police department. In this pivotal role, you'll lead the charge in drafting and maintaining policies, conducting audits and inspections, and ensuring we meet the highest standards of law enforcement excellence. You’ll be the go-to for accreditation, compliance, and strategic documentation—keeping us sharp, accountable, and aligned with best practices. If you're passionate about structure, integrity, and public service, this is your chance to be the backbone of a department that protects and serves with pride.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND JOB RESPONSIBILITIES :
Policy Development & Management You’ll lead the charge in drafting, editing, and maintaining all departmental policies, procedures, and directives—ensuring they reflect best practices and comply with state and federal laws.
Accreditation Oversight As the department’s Accreditation Manager, you’ll reconcile standards with internal practices and prove compliance with law enforcement benchmarks—critical for maintaining credibility and operational excellence.
Audits, Inspections & Reviews You’ll plan and conduct thorough evaluations of major divisions and functions, identifying gaps, recommending improvements, and ensuring accountability across the board.
PowerDMS Administration You’ll manage user access and permissions for approximately 500 users, serving as the technical liaison between department IT and PowerDMS support—keeping the system secure and efficient.
External Liaison & FOIA Response You’ll represent the department in communications with outside agencies and handle Freedom of Information Act requests related to your domain, reinforcing transparency and public trust.
This position is an At-Will position and is FLSA Exempt - not eligible for overtime compensation.
About You
You’re a master of details with a passion for structure, accountability, and public service. You thrive in environments where precision matters and policies shape real-world impact. You’re not just organized—you’re strategic, proactive, and driven by a desire to elevate standards and ensure compliance. Whether it’s drafting a directive, leading an audit, or navigating accreditation, you bring clarity, confidence, and collaboration to every task. You’re tech-savvy, a natural communicator, and ready to be the trusted go-to for policy and compliance in a fast-paced, mission-driven department.
Sound like it's something you're interested in? Check out the minimum qualifications for this position below and submit your application today!
Minimum Qualifications and Special Qualifications for this position include:
Bachelor’s degree in business management, public administration, criminal justice or a related field.
Five years of experience in policy writing, inspections, audits or accreditation in a law enforcement work environment.
Licensing/Certifications
Law Enforcement Inspections and Auditing Certification preferred
Special Requirement: Because of the confidential, sensitive nature of information handled, successful completion of a background investigation and polygraph is required.
Why Team Gilbert?
Gilbert’s Mission: Anticipate. Create. Help People
Our Values: DRIVEN, KIND, BOLD, HUMBLE
Awards: (https://www.gilbertaz.gov/about-us/team-gilbert/awards-accolades) We are proud of these achievements and continue to work hard to make Gilbert the best place to live, work and play.
We Are Here to Help!
Gilbert is committed to providing access, equal opportunity, and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities. If any reasonable accommodation is needed while participating in the application and interviewing process, please contact our People Team (Human Resources) at 480-503-6823. Requests should be made as early as possible to allow time to arrange the accommodation.
Gilbert provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
Gilbert offers a comprehensive benefits package for qualifying positions that includes medical and dental insurance, life insurance, disability, pension, tuition reimbursement, parental leave, babies at work, and more! Click Here (https://www.gilbertaz.gov/home/showdocument?id=42978&t=637793142009536761) to see a list of our benefit offerings at-a-glance, or visit our website to see our full employee benefits guide (https://www.gilbertaz.gov/departments/human-resources/benefits) .
01
In the questions that follow, you will be asked for information about your work history, to include things such as dates of employment, names of employers and specific details of the work you did. In answer to questions asking you to describe your work experience, if you do not have that type of experience, enter "N/A". Answers provided in this supplemental questionnaire must be substantiated and verifiable in the employment history section of your application. Be aware that submitting a resume in lieu of completing the employment history section of the application and failing to provide all of the information requested in these supplemental questions will disqualify you from further consideration, so please be thorough in answering the questions. Please indicate whether or not you accept these terms by checking the appropriate response below.
Yes
No
02
Do you have at least five years of experience in policy writing, inspections, audits or accreditation in a law enforcement work environment?
Yes
No
03
If you indicated in the previous question that you have this type of experience, please describe it in detail in the space below. If not, please enter N/A.
04
Do you have a bachelor’s degree or higher in public administration, criminal justice, or a related field?
Yes
No
05
Please detail your highest level of completed education, be sure to include the degree earned, field of study, and the institution where it was completed.
06
Have you used PowerDMS or a similar policy management system in a professional setting?
Yes
No
07
Have you worked directly with CALEA or other law enforcement accreditation bodies?
Yes
No
08
The following questions reference general requirements for candidates of all professional staff positions in the Gilbert Police Department. Please answer all questions truthfully and completely. Are you at least eighteen (18) years of age?
Yes
No
09
Do you have a high school diploma or GED?
Yes
No
10
Have you been convicted of a felony or convicted of any offense that would be a felony if committed in Arizona?
Yes
No
11
Were you dishonorably discharged from the United States Armed Forces?
Yes
No
12
Are you currently under investigation for violations of internal policy, procedure, or other administrative guidelines?
Yes
No
13
Have you ever been convicted of a crime related to domestic violence?
Yes
No
14
Have you personally possessed, used, sold, produced, or cultivated marijuana within the past one (1) year, or at any point while employed with a law enforcement agency? - It is not a disqualifier if those activities occurred while employed for a licensed dispensary and in the scope of employment duties. - This includes products derived from marijuana if they contain more than 0.3% tetrahydrocannabinol (THC). - This does not include Cannabidiol (CBD) products containing less than 0.3% tetrahydrocannabinol (THC).
Yes
No
15
Have you illegally used Adderall within the past one (1) year, or at any point while employed with a law enforcement agency?
Yes
No
16
Have you ever illegally sold, produced, cultivated, or transported any dangerous drugs, narcotics, hallucinogens, or prescription drugs?
Yes
No
17
Have you illegally used any dangerous drugs, narcotics, hallucinogens, or prescription drugs within the past five (5) years, or at any point while employed with a law enforcement agency?
Yes
No
18
I understand that if I am offered employment in this position, I would be required to pass an extensive police background investigation, to include the following: a polygraph examination; personal and business reference checking; a credit report; investigation into traffic, civil and criminal offenses and drug usage.
Yes
No
19
The following question is strictly confidential and will not be made part of your application for employment. Preference Status per Arizona Revised Statute 38-492 (select all that apply):
Veteran
Disabled Veteran
Veteran's Spouse/Surviving Spouse
Disabled Person
Required Question
Employer
Town of Gilbert
Address
50 E. Civic Center Drive Gilbert, Arizona, 85296
Phone
(480) 503-6823
Website
https://gilbertaz.gov/jobs
Apply
Please verify your email address Verify Email