Professional Standards Manager (Government Relations Officer – Senior)

JOB DUTIES: Responsibilities include, but are not limited to: •Oversee and engage in policy writing and revision. •Support efforts to receive and maintain accreditation. •Compile and analyze data and respond to requests for various data and reports. •Use data analytics to identify patterns that require attention on topics such as use of force, internal investigations, vehicular pursuits, and other high risk activities. •Coordinate the preparation of reports and recommendations for departmental leadership to inform strategic decisions. •Program development and systems creation focusing on professionalism, health and wellness, integrity, accountability, risk management, public trust, performance measurement, career development planning, and other areas of best practices compliance. •Identify and manage critical issues that have significant public impact which require the attention of the Sheriff and/or other managers. •Foster positive relations with OLEO and drive initiatives on behalf of the department in collaboration with OLEO. •Help drive Organizational Development and Continuous Improvement initiatives and support and sustain the department as a high-performing organization. •Provide ongoing leadership and contribute to the development and implementation of policy strategies that deliver efficient and effective services to the community served by King County and address changes to law. •Drive policy priorities through government and legislative processes and collaborate on problem solving of key issues as they arise. Attend meetings as a representative of the Sheriff’s Office Leadership Team.