Criminal Justice Institute

We’re seeking a Traffic Safety Program Manager to oversee the administration, coordination, and ex*****on of a statewide traffic safety training program funded through a grant from the Arkansas Highway Safety Office (AHSO).

This position provides leadership and operational oversight for law enforcement training programs focused on impaired driving enforcement, standardized field sobriety testing, and drug recognition.

If you have program management experience and a passion for public safety, this is your chance to make a real impact.

- Lead statewide traffic safety programs
- Work with law enforcement partners
- Manage training, grants, and initiatives that save lives

Visit us online to learn more about this opportunity:
https://uasys.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/UASYS/details/Traffic-Safety-Program-Manager_R0085740?q=traffic+safety

This position closes on June 17, 2026.

Today, the staff of the Criminal Justice Institute remembers and honors those who gave their lives in service to our country.

We’re also thankful for our first responders who show up every day to protect and serve our communities.

Wishing everyone a safe and grateful Memorial Day.

NEW POSITION: Associate Director of Operations

We’re looking for a dynamic leader to join our team!

The Associate Director of Operations will play a critical leadership role in executing the strategic vision of the Director and advancing the mission of CJI. This position is primarily responsible for leading people, overseeing operational ex*****on, and ensuring that Institute programs and initiatives are implemented efficiently, effectively, and in alignment with strategic priorities.

The Associate Director of Operations will serve as a senior leader within the Institute and works closely with program leadership and staff to translate strategy into action.

Visit us online to learn more about this opportunity: https://uasys.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/UASYS/job/Little-Rock/Associate-Director-of-Operations_R0085725

This position closes June 3, 2026.

We were glad to welcome Chief Clint Bradberry of the Crossett Police Department to CJI as he stopped by to pick up surplus laptops and computer equipment for his agency. Supporting Arkansas law enforcement agencies with resources like this is part of our mission.

Other agencies interested in available surplus computer equipment are encouraged to apply.

Learn more and apply here: https://www.cji.edu/surpluscompequip/

Meet Rachel Ganley, CJI’s Forensic Sciences and Computer Program Coordinator. She’s always behind the scenes keeping our forensic and computer courses running like clockwork. She makes sure every detail is covered so our law enforcement and crime scene investigators can focus on learning and sharpening their skills.

Read Rachel’s full Employee Spotlight here:
https://www.cji.edu/cji-employee-spotlight-rachel-ganley/

CJI was at the Ozark Police Department last week for Fi****ms for Crime Scenes, a 3-day class filled with hands on training and great discussion. Officers learned how forensic fi****ms labs work, how to properly collect and document fi****ms evidence, and how those details impact real cases.

Students worked with fired cartridge cases and bullets to identify possible fi****ms involved in shootings and covered firearm safety and operability in complex investigations like officer involved, self defense, and self inflicted shooting cases.

Great instruction, great questions, and solid teamwork all week long. Thanks to everyone who attended and helped make this class such a success!

NEW TRAINING FOR DISPATCHERS

Dispatchers are often the first voice in a crisis, and how they communicate can shape the entire outcome of a call.

We’re excited to introduce Communicating with People in Crisis for Dispatchers, a new, hands on training designed to:
- Strengthen active listening
- Improve de-escalation
- Build confidence during high stress calls

Two sessions of this 3.5 hour training will be available on APRIL 30 at the Criminal Justice Institute campus in Little Rock.

Learn more and register online: https://www.cji.edu/communicating-with-people-in-crisis-for-dispatchers/

Officers spent time this week getting hands-on experience in our Basic Arson Scene Investigation course, learning what to look for, how to protect critical evidence, and the important role first responders play in fire investigations.

A big part of the training included a live burn, giving participants a real-world look at how fires behave and how scenes evolve—something you just can’t replicate in a classroom.

Huge THANK YOU to the Little Rock Fire Training Facility for allowing us to use their space and making this hands-on experience possible.

Big congratulations to our latest graduates of the Advanced Crime Scene Technician Certificate Program!

This isn’t just any course—this program is reserved for those who have already completed our Crime Scene Technician Certificate, making this a major milestone. Over the past several weeks, these officers sharpened their skills in advanced photography, processing techniques, and crime scene reconstruction—taking their expertise to the next level.

Completing both programs is no small feat, and we’re proud of the dedication these officers continue to show to their agencies and the communities they serve.

Join us in celebrating this outstanding accomplishment!