• Clest Agent

    State of Arkansas (Springdale, AR)


    CLEST AGENT

    Date: May 22, 2025

     

    Req ID: 49544

    Location:

    Springdale, AR, US, 72762

     

    Category: LAW ENFORCEMENT STANDARDS/TRNG

     

    Anticipated Starting Salary: 55137

     

    Position Number: 22090834

     

    County: Benton

     

    Posting End Date: 05/30/2025

     

    Anticipated Starting Salary: 55137

     

    The Department of Public Safety’s mission is to enhance the safety and security of all Arkansans through ethical, character-driven behavior that promotes professionalism, clear communication, and accountability while serving as the state’s premier public safety agency.

     

    This position is Safety Sensitive and is subject to pre-employment, random, and for-cause drug screenings.

     

    Qualifications: law enforcement experience, including full-time, part-time, or auxiliary, with no minimum years of service

     

    If you are requesting Veterans' Preference, please include your DD214.

     

    This position will be in Northwest Arkansas.

    Position Information

    Class Code: T107C

     

    Grade: GS08

     

    FLSA Status: EXEMPT

     

    Salary Range: $45,010.00 - $71,792.00

    Summary

    The Commission on Law Enforcement Standards and Training (CLEST) Agent is responsible for coordinating, documenting, delivering, and auditing the training and certification process for law enforcement officers and agencies in the State of Arkansas. This position is governed by state and federal laws and agency policy.

     

    Functions

     

    Coordinates and delivers training and presentations to basic and advanced law enforcement students. Researches changes to state and federal laws, reviews educational materials, and develops and updates lesson plans, classroom teaching aids, and testing materials; administers and grades tests; maintains and updates student records. Conducts or simulates studies and research designed to improve law enforcement administration and law enforcement activities within the state and assists in the implementation of commission rules. Reviews and evaluates law enforcement officer certification applications and applicable documentation to determine eligibility for certification. Responds to inquiries related to employment standards, training, and other requirements for law enforcement certification. Coordinates and maintains records management system for law enforcement officers and agencies in the state. Approves or disapproves course curriculums, instructor certification credentials, and certification applications. Audits law enforcement agency files throughout the state to verify commission compliance. Performs other duties as assigned.

     

    Dimensions

     

    Occasional travel and frequent work hours other than normal working hours is required. May be exposed to personal injury when conducting practical or scenario training.

     

    Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

     

    Knowledge of laws, rules and regulations regarding the law enforcement certification process. Knowledge of the criminal justice system. Ability to plan and coordinate various training courses and/or programs. Ability to analyze, write, and organize core curriculum for law enforcement. Ability to instruct and demonstrate law enforcement tactics. Ability to use a variety of training aids, make presentations, develop lesson plans and conduct research. Ability to direct work of inmates and maintain security. Ability to communicate effectively in oral and written formats.

    Minimum Qualifications

    The formal education equivalent of a bachelors degree in criminal justice, criminology, or related field; plus four years of experience in law enforcement or a related area.

     

    Licenses

     

    Must be certified as a Law Enforcement Officer by the Commission on Law Enforcement Standards and Training in accordance with ACA 12-9-106. Must possess a valid Arkansas drivers license. Additional requirements determined by the agency for recruiting purp

     

    The State of Arkansas is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, age, disability, citizenship, national origin, genetic information, military or veteran status, or any other status or characteristic protected by law.

     

    Nearest Major Market:Fayetteville