Scott county sheriffs office is seeking $219,955 in grant funding to obtain a virginia law enforcement professional standards commission (vlepsc) accreditation status by providing salary to an…

The Department of Justice Community Oriented Policing Program awarded Scott County Government Office (Scott County Sheriff) $219,955 under the Public Safety Partnership and Community Policing Grants program (CFDA 16.710) on October 1, 2025.

The grant funds staffing and professional development to support the Sheriff's Office pursuit of Virginia Law Enforcement Professional Standards Commission (VLEPSC) accreditation. Specifically, the funding covers salary augmentation for an Accreditation Manager, salary for a new Accreditation Assistant position, and professional development and training costs for the accreditation team. The salary adjustment for the Accreditation Manager aligns compensation with regional industry standards, while the Accreditation Assistant provides administrative and technical support to enable the Manager to focus on strategic accreditation activities and timely submission of required documentation. Training and networking conferences will equip both positions with current knowledge of accreditation standards, processes, and best practices to enhance program efficiency and effectiveness.

Place of performance is Gate City, Virginia. The period of performance runs through September 30, 2027.

Scott county sheriffs office is seeking $219,955 in grant funding to obtain a virginia law enforcement professional standards commission (vlepsc) accreditation status by providing salary to an accreditation manager and accreditation assistant. Our proposed grant project, augmenting staff responsible for completing the vlepsc accreditation program, will address critical needs within our accreditation program by increasing the salary of our accreditation manager, adding an accreditation assistant, and funding professional development and training costs for the accreditation team. A salary adjustment for the accreditation manager will align their compensation with industry standards appropriate for this region and acknowledge the significant responsibilities and expertise required to obtain an accredited status. Incorporating an accreditation assistant will provide essential administrative and technical support, allowing the accreditation manager to focus on strategic accreditation activities and ensuring timely submission of necessary documentation. Attending training and networking conferences will equip the accreditation manager and accreditation assistant with the latest knowledge and skills in accreditation standards, processes, and best practices, leading to a more efficient and effective accreditation program.