Accreditation and Compliance Coordinator

Accreditation And Compliance Coordinator

The Department of Public Safety (DPS) at Princeton University is committed to fostering a safe and secure campus environment. Operating 24 hours a day, 365 days a year, DPS is staffed by 164 dedicated professionals, including University police officers, security personnel, dispatchers, the fire marshal's office, and administrative staff. Together, they deliver exceptional service and uphold the highest standards of public safety.

DPS first achieved Law Enforcement Accreditation from the Commission on Accreditation for Law Enforcement Agencies (CALEA) in July 2015. This prestigious recognitionoften referred to as the "International Gold Standard for Public Safety Agencies"was reaffirmed through reaccreditation in July 2018 and again on July 25, 2022.

Additionally, the department earned accreditation from the New Jersey State Association of Chiefs of Police (NJSACOP) Law Enforcement Accreditation Commission (NJLEAC) in March 2019, with reaccreditation in March 2022 and March 2025. These honors reflect DPS's continued commitment to operational excellence and rigorous standards compliance.

Through these accreditation processes, DPS has developed and implemented policies and practices that not only meet but often exceed national and state benchmarks. These efforts ensure the department is well-positioned to serve the Princeton community now and in the future.

The Accreditation and Compliance Coordinator (ACC) plays a critical, high-impact role in supporting the strategic direction and operational integrity of the Department of Public Safety. Reporting directly to the Associate Director of Support Services, the ACC is a principal driver of the department's policy development, accreditation strategy, and institutional compliance framework. They serve as the accreditation manager for NJSACOP and CALEA accreditation programs.

This role requires advanced project and policy management skills and close collaboration with University leadership, external law enforcement agencies, and compliance stakeholders. The ACC ensures that the department remains compliant with the Jeanne Clery Campus Safety Act (Clery Act), Title IX, CALEA and NJLEAC standards, Attorney General guidelines, and state and federal laws.

The ACC independently manages the full lifecycle of departmental policies, directs critical accreditation efforts, and oversees cross-departmental compliance initiatives. The role also provides advisory support on risk mitigation, regulatory alignment, and operational improvement.

This position requires occasional evening or weekend availability to accommodate accreditation site visits, emergency planning efforts, or federal reporting deadlines. Minimal travel required for conferences or training.

Responsibilities

Policy Review, Compliance Oversight, and Strategic Accreditation Management (40%)

• Monitors, leads the development, implementation, and maintenance of departmental policies and procedures to ensure compliance with CALEA, NJLEAC, Attorney General (AG) Guidelines, Mercer County Prosecutor Office (MCPO) directives, University policy, and applicable local, state, and federal laws.
• Independently reviews, analyzes, and resolves complex compliance issues; develops corrective action strategies through policy revision, operational adjustments, or staff training.
• Oversees internal audits, policy reviews, and quality assurance programs that maintain continuous readiness for accreditation.
• Collaborates with the Patrol Captain, Lieutenants, Records Unit, and other senior staff to assess agency performance and develop strategic improvements.
• Coordinates and leads departmental work groups focused on accreditation and compliance initiatives, ensuring timely completion of goals and objectives.
• Oversees the standardization and version control of policies and forms; manages a master review schedule and central policy repository.
• Drafts and implements written directives to achieve and maintain compliance benchmarks; trains staff on related policy changes and requirements.
• Assists the Director of Operations with maintaining the Operational Compliance Matrix.

Clery Act and Title IX Compliance Leadership (30%)

CALEA and NJLEAC Communication and Accreditation Operations (20%)

Additional Duties and Cross-Functional Initiatives (10%)

Qualifications

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

The salary range for this position is $73,000$84,000, and the final offer will be commensurate with the candidate's experience.