Ecoatm

Director, Law Enforcement Relations (Southeast, US)

San Diego, California, United States Full Time

Company Overview (Who are we? Why should you join us?)

At ecoATM the proof of our success is in our staggering growth, extraordinary impact on protecting the planet, and providing a work culture unlike any other. We are a technology company and a pioneer of device re-commerce. Through our 6500+ automated kiosks and online marketplace Gazelle.com, we enable people all over the world to join the mobile device re-use revolution, a revolution that will get billions of used smartphones out of the e-waste cycle and into the hands of people who don’t have affordable access to the empowerment of the latest mobile technology.

At ecoATM we know our employees are our greatest strength and the key to our continued growth and success. When you join our team, you will enjoy more than just a job, you will be empowered to develop and utilize your unique talents and skills to build a rewarding career while making a lasting, positive impact on the planet.

Our Values and Leadership Behaviors

 

About the role

ecoATM is seeking an ethical, motivated, self-starting, and hard-working Director, Law Enforcement Relations to act as a liaison between the Company and law enforcement departments throughout the country, with a primary focus on the southeastern United States. The selected individual will travel to and meet with law enforcement and government officials to educate them regarding ecoATM and address their questions and concerns.

Key Responsibilities

  • Develop and maintain relationships with local and state law enforcement departments focused on:
    • Responding to law enforcement assistance requests in a timely manner
    • Building acceptance and adoption of ecoATM
    • Ensuring open communication and transparency with law enforcement
    • Building partnerships to support both ecoATM and law enforcement initiatives
    • Educating law enforcement regarding ecoATM and addressing questions and concerns
    • Researching applicable state, county and city laws and maintain current knowledge of business implications
    • Coordinating with internal teams and recommend programmatic changes within ecoATM to improve relationships and support of related law enforcement activities

Education & Experience

  • Significant law enforcement experience with a city, county or state law enforcement agency at a command level, preferably serving in the southeastern United States
  • Experience with and/or an understanding of secondhand dealer laws preferred
  • Experience testifying before local and/or state level governing bodies
  • Experience testifying in court settings, e.g., motion to suppress hearings, preliminary hearings and jury trials
  • A member in good standing of national level professional law enforcement associations such as the FBI National Academy Associates (FBINAA), FBI National Executive Institute Associates (FBI NEIA), FBI – LEEDA, International Association of Chiefs of Police (IACP), Major Cities Chiefs Association (MCCA), or Police Executive Research Forum (PERF).
  • Current or prior service on committees or executive boards of the aforementioned law enforcement associations is preferred.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

  • Strong moral and ethical principles
  • Excellent judgment and analytical skills
  • Effective written and oral communication skills Ability to positively influence the organization to make the right decisions from within
  • Proven ability to work with and support a team of seasoned law enforcement executives
  • Ability to influence, negotiate and persuade
  • Ability to handle conflict smoothly and solution-focused

Business Travel

  • Approximately 35%

Base pay offered may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. This information is provided per CA SB 1162 (“CA Pay Transparency Law”). Base pay information is based on market location. Learn more about ecoATM benefits here.

This position may also be eligible for short-term and long-term incentives based on individual and company performance.

This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. Employee may perform other related duties as assigned to meet the ongoing needs of the organization.

Here at ecoATM/Gazelle we value diversity & belonging and are proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer.  All applicants are considered without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, marital status, ancestry, physical or mental disability, veteran status, gender identity, sexual orientation, or any other legally protected characteristic, and are fairly and equitably compensated based on current market data. If you need assistance, or an accommodation, please let your recruiter know.