Academy Training Developer

State of Ohio • Orient, OH

1d • Onsite

About The Position

The Academy Training Developer develops, modifies, and updates agency-developed instructional programs for a variety of delivery methods. The position is located at the DYS Training Academy in Orient, Ohio, and serves in the unclassified service. The role independently assesses training needs for specific target populations or subject areas within ODYS and plans training activities to address those needs. It coordinates certified trainers, conducts training, and supports compliance with applicable training requirements and staff development processes.

Requirements

• 48 months of experience delivering training or instructional programs commensurate with the assigned area, or equivalent experience.
• A valid driver's license and ability to drive a state-owned vehicle.
• For positions assigned to Adult Parole Authority (APA) firearm certification or recertification training: OPOTA Trainer certification as required by Ohio Administrative Code 109:2-1-06.

Responsibilities

• Assess training needs for specific target populations or subject matter and plan training activities to meet those needs.
• Schedule certified trainers for subjects within the assigned area of responsibility.
• Conduct trainings.
• Ensure ongoing compliance with American Correctional Association (ACA) training requirements.
• Oversee staff participation in training and provide written and oral feedback and evaluations to site managers.
• Monitor and evaluate participant projects.
• Provide consultation and technical assistance to site managers and program participants.
• Conduct needs assessments to continuously update training modules.
• Prepare computer-generated statistical and other assigned reports.
• Coordinate the continuing education unit (CEU) process, including administering credits to licensed professionals and working with Bureau Chiefs to ensure credits are awarded upon training completion.
• Assist with auditing employee training records at all DYS locations.
• Travel as required; the selected candidate must have a valid driver's license and be able to drive a state-owned vehicle.

Benefits

• Medical coverage
• Free dental, vision, and basic life insurance premiums after completion of the eligibility period
• Paid vacation, personal and sick leave, and 11 paid holidays per year
• Childbirth, adoption, and foster care leave
• Education and development opportunities, including Employee Development Funds
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness eligibility
• Public retirement systems, including OPERS, STRS, SERS, and HPRS
• Optional deferred compensation through Ohio Deferred Compensation

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed