National Institute of Corrections

Description

The National Institute of Corrections (NIC), Jails Division, is seeking applications for the review, delivery, evaluation, and revision of the curriculum for the National Sheriffs’ Institute (NSI), which is co-sponsored by the National Institute of Corrections (NIC) and the National Sheriffs’ Association (NSA). The NSI is a seven-day training program designed to introduce first-term sheriffs to leadership concepts as they apply to the Office of Sheriff. The project will be for a three-year period and will be carried out in conjunction with the NIC Jails Division. The awardee will work closely with NIC staff on all aspects of the project. To be considered, applicants must demonstrate, at a minimum: 1) knowledge of the leadership role of sheriffs in their organization, local criminal justice system, and community; 2) in-depth expertise on contemporary leadership principles, concepts, and practices and their application to the leadership roles of sheriffs; 3) ability to conduct training, based on adult learning principles, on leadership principles, concepts, and practices; and 4) experience in conducting training for first-term sheriffs on their leadership roles.

Who can apply

• Others

Contact

Pamela Davison <br/>Administrative Assistant <br/>Phone 202-353-0484
pdavison@bop.gov