Senior Police Advisor (26-52)

Creative Corrections is actively recruiting exceptional candidates to be considered for a Senior Police Advisor position located in Sarajevo, Bosnia, Herzegovina. This will be a contract role within the U.S.  Department of State. The U.S. Department of State is the lead institution for the conduct of American diplomacy, and the Secretary of State is the President’s principal foreign policy advisor. The Department of State’s mission is to advance U.S. national security interests and make America safer, stronger, and more prosperous.

The Bureau of International Narcotics and Law Enforcement Affairs (INL) keeps Americans safe at home by countering international crime, illegal drugs, and instability abroad. The INL program in Bosnia and Herzegovina (BiH) seeks to dismantle transnational criminal organizations (TCOs), disrupt U.S.-bound illicit drug flow, and expand U.S. access and advantage.

The Senior Police Advisor (hereinafter “the Advisor”) will advance counter-narcotics and counter-TCO goals by strengthening cross-border law enforcement cooperation and information sharing with U.S. law enforcement agencies to prevent Balkan criminal groups that work with Western Hemisphere cartels to move migrants, arms, and drugs through the “Balkan route,” harming Europe and the United States. The Advisor will monitor improper political interference and procedural irregularities that hinder BiH police agencies from cooperating with U.S. law enforcement to achieve counter-TCO goals and enhanced border security. The Advisor will also provide advice to relevant BiH officials. The Advisor will provide advice and support to the Embassy Sarajevo INL section and other Embassy sections as requested. The Advisor will work closely with officials at counterpart agencies in BiH, including but not limited to the state, entity, and cantonal police. The Advisor will also serve as an in-country law enforcement consultant on matters related to border security, TCOs, and other emerging threats as needed.

This position is contingent upon award of contract for BPA Call.

POSITION OVERVIEW

TITLE: Senior Police Advisor

LOCATION: Washington, DC.

SECURITY CLEARANCE: A Secret security clearance is required for this position; however, the contractor may begin work with an interim Secret security clearance.

CLOSING DATE: August 20, 2026

PERIOD OF PERFORMANCE

The period of performance for this order will be one (01) year from the date of award with the option to extend for six (06) months, subject to performance, need, and funding.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Establish, develop, and maintain relationships with a broad array of law enforcement agencies in BiH. Provide advice and other technical assistance to improve the functioning of law enforcement institutions to combat TCOs and strengthen border security.
• Contribute to strategic planning and program development for targeted INL law enforcement programming.
• Communicate and coordinate with other donors to avoid waste and duplication of effort. Identify opportunities for burden sharing.
• Draft reports and assessments, provide input to strategy and other briefing papers, and provide oral and written briefs to the INL Director, the INL/EA Program Officer in Washington, DC, and leadership at Embassy Sarajevo and in Washington.
• Liaise with U.S. Embassy agency representatives involved in law enforcement efforts.
• Draft and provide advice and assistance in the preparation of required reports, including to the U.S. Congress, INL, and Principals at the State Department and other U.S. federal agencies.
• Attend and report on general law enforcement meetings, national and international conferences, seminars, and meetings with BiH government officials.
• Provide advice and assistance in the formulation of the Mission Performance Plan and other strategy and planning exercises undertaken by Embassy Sarajevo, Department of State, and INL.
• Participate in visits by senior officials and serve as an escort or control officer, arrange itineraries, and provide logistical support for official visitors.
• Brief DOS Congressional, embassy staff, and other visiting officials on INL’s role and the status of U.S.BiH law enforcement projects and related initiatives.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• U.S. Citizen;
• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution in international relations, law enforcement, public policy, or related field (10 years professional law enforcement experience can be substituted);
• A minimum of eighteen (18) years of experience with U.S. or BiH law enforcement or military, experience briefing in English;
• Three years of experience working overseas in an Embassy environment;
• Three years specialized experience depending on the position (e.g., intelligence, firearms, gangs, kidnapping, drugs, internal affairs);
• Knowledge of, and skill in, correct usage of English grammar, spelling, punctuation, capitalization, and style;
• Basic Bosnian/Croatian/Serbian language reading ability; able to understand or grasp the main ideas of straightforward texts, routine reports, and correspondence. Ability equivalent to a recognized foreign language proficiency measurement framework, such as the National Foreign Affairs Training Center’s defined level 1/1, defined as Elementary Proficiency.
• Demonstrated experience working as a TCO, border security, or financial crime expert.
• Demonstrated ability to manage and oversee programs involving law enforcement initiatives.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Demonstrated experience working in Bosnia and Herzegovina for at least fifteen (15) years and maintaining positive working relationships in a cross-cultural setting, especially with foreign officials.
• Demonstrated experience working effectively with officials at counterpart agencies in BiH, including but not limited to the state, entity, and cantonal police.
• Proficiency in spoken and written Bosnian/Croatian/Serbian language. Comfortable working in Bosnian/Croatian/Serbian language at or above a level equivalent to a recognized foreign language proficiency measurement framework, such as the National Foreign Affairs Training Center’s defined 3/3 level, defined as General Professional Proficiency. Demonstration or proof of language capability required, unless the individual is a native Bosnian/Croatian/Serbian speaker.

LEVEL OF EFFORT

Hours for the position will be the core hours of the U.S. Embassy in Sarajevo, BiH Monday through Friday, 40 hours per week, 8 hours per day.

POSITION LOCATION

The physical work location is the Canton Sarajevo Anticorruption Office at Aleja Bosne Srebrene bb, Sarajevo, Bosnia, and Herzegovina. The Advisor will have transient space available at this location.

CLEARANCE REQUIREMENT

A Moderate Risk Public Trust (MRPT) is required for this position; however, the contractor may begin work with an interim Moderate Risk Public Trust (MRPT).

The Senior Police Advisor is required to meet security access requirements for the U.S. Embassy RSO local vetting. If applicable, badge issuance will be in compliance with Regional Security Office guidance.

This position is contingent upon award of contract for BPA Call.

ABOUT CREATIVE CORRECTIONS

At Creative Corrections, we strive to create a culture where we are able to attract and retain highly talented and qualified individuals. These relationships are built on trust, respect, and an assurance each person feels valued. We offer a strategic Total Compensation Package for qualified employees. In the end, we recognize that our employees are the heart and soul of the Company and provide the services our customers rely upon.

In addition, we are honored to be a Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business and are equally proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer, committed to creating a diversified workplace where everyone feels valued and respected because of their differences. 

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status, or any other legally protected status or characteristics.