Indiana Law Enforcement Executive Director (Agency Head II)
Date Posted: Aug 25, 2026
Requisition ID: 482950
Location:
Indianapolis, IN, US, 46204
Work for Indiana
Begin a fulfilling career with the State of Indiana by joining one of the largest employers in the state, offering a range of opportunities across 60+ agencies. At the state, you'll find competitive compensation, a robust benefits package and a commitment to work-life balance. Most importantly, you'll have the chance to make a real and measurable impact on the lives of Hoosiers across Indiana.
About the Indiana Law Enforcement Training Board:
The Indiana Law Enforcement Training Board is the governing body of the Indiana Law Enforcement Academy, located in Plainfield, Indiana. The Board is comprised of 17 members, who have been appointed by the governor. The board sets the requirements and criteria for the basic training of law enforcement officers throughout the State of Indiana, which became mandatory in 1972.
Role Overview:
This position serves as agency head for the Indiana Law Enforcement Academy consisting of approximately 60 employees, facilities and over 300 acres of property. Incumbent is also chief administrative officer for the Indiana Law Enforcement Academy/Law Enforcement Training Board and serves as the chief of ILEA Police Department. This is a complex executive, leadership, management and administrative position requiring significant executive depth.
Position Incumbent has the responsibility for overseeing and establishing the development of basic training for:
Police recruits.
Continuing education.
Advanced training and regional training programs for all law enforcement officers throughout the state, as well as leaders, managers and executives in law enforcement.
Incumbent works with the LETB to set statewide policies for fitness, use of force, vehicle pursuits, defensive tactics and any and all high liability police activity.
Salary:
The salary for this position traditionally starts at $140,000.00 - $150,000.00 but may be commensurate with education and work experience. Use our Compensation Calculator (https://in.accessgov.com/spd/Forms/Page/spd/compensation-calculator/0) to view the total compensation package.
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A Day in the Life:
The essential functions of this role are as follows:
Serves as Executive Director for Indiana Law Enforcement Academy/Law Enforcement Training Board;
Represents agency at agency head meetings;
Establishes policy for the daily operation of the ILEA facility in Plainfield, Indiana.
Establishes policies and procedures relating to eligibility for legislatively mandated training programs to be approved by the LETB.
Serves as consultant for law enforcement agencies on a local, state and national level;
Oversees and approves all changes to policies and procedures relating to training, certification & decertification of police officers, deputies and law enforcement personnel and instructors and satellite academies, human resources and facilities management;
Screens all decertification cases for presentation to a subcommittee or the entire LETB;
Manages capital building projects and prioritizes maintenance decisions;
Develops and approves biennium budgets;
Testify before budget committee to defend budget and other spending needs;
Speaks at statewide academy graduation ceremonies;
Maintains relationships with Indiana Chiefs, Sheriffs and Marshals;
The job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Other duties, responsibilities, and activities may change or be assigned at any time with or without notice.
This position is exempt from overtime compensation for additional work hours which may be required to complete essential functions or other assigned work. Exempt employees may work more than 75 hours in a pay period without additional compensation and must report a minimum of 75 hours per pay period of work hours and/or paid leave taken to receive their base biweekly salary.
What You'll Need for Success:
You must meet the following requirement to be considered for employment:
Must have at least ten years of full-time paid professional law enforcement experience with five years in serving in an executive or administrative capacity showing the ability to impact and improve organizational performance.
Completion of accredited college bachelor's degree but preferably a graduate degree in police administration, business, political science, education or other related fields.
Must have experience in curriculum development, lesson plan writing and adult learning techniques as well as leading and managing those who are involved in similar adult learning activities.
Having had experience working with a variety of stakeholders and political entities.
Having demonstrated the ability to nurture goodwill and support from the agencies and the public that they serve.
Having demonstrated the ability to successfully pursue grants and monetary support for the organizations they have represented in a competitive environment of the public or private sector.
Demonstrated the ability to responsibly administer a multi-million-dollar budget.
Benefits of Employment with the State of Indiana:
The State of Indiana offers a comprehensive benefit package for full-time employees which includes:
Three (3) medical plan options (including RX coverage) as well as vision and dental plans
Wellness Rewards Program: Complete wellness activities to earn gift card rewards
Health savings account, which includes bi-weekly state contribution
Deferred compensation 457(b) account (similar to 401(k) plan) with employer match
Two (2) fully-funded pension plan options
A robust, comprehensive program of leave policies covering a variety of employee needs, including but not limited to:
150 hours of paid New Parent Leave and up to eight weeks of paid Childbirth Recovery Leave for eligible mothers
Up to 15 hours of paid community service leave
Combined 180 hours of paid vacation, personal, and sick leave time off
12 paid holidays, 14 on election years
Education Reimbursement Program
Group life insurance
Referral Bonus program
Employee assistance program that allows for covered behavioral health visits
Qualified employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program
Free Parking for most positions
Free LinkedIn Learning access
Equal Employment Opportunity:
The State of Indiana is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to recruiting, selecting, developing, and promoting employees based on individual ability and job performance. Reasonable accommodations may be available to enable individuals with disabilities to complete the application and interview process as well as perform the essential functions of a role. If you require reasonable accommodations to complete this application, you can request assistance by contacting the Indiana State Personnel Department at jobs@spd.IN.gov.
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