DOC Corrections Training Academy Staff Developer & Trainer

State of Illinois•Springfield, MO

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Illinois Department of Corrections is seeking a dynamic, energetic, and detailed-oriented individual to serve as a Corrections Staff Development Specialist II (SDS). This role involves participating in the development and presentation of orientation and in-service training programs for Department of Corrections employees, covering all applicable Training Academy curriculums. The Specialist will also conduct research, evaluate current training programs, and assist subject matter experts by coordinating training programs. A strong background in training, public speaking, and research is desired.

Requirements

Requires knowledge, skill, and mental development equivalent to completion of (4) four years of college.
Requires three (3) years of experience as a law enforcement or correctional trainer.
Requires completion of an approved correctional academy.
Requires four (4) years of experience working in a State of Illinois Correctional Center or Juvenile Justice Center.
Requires completion of the IDOC Instructional Methods training or substantially similar training or one (1) year of training/teaching experience.
Requires ability to travel in the performance of duties, with overnight stays as appropriate.
Requires appropriate, valid driver’s license.
Requires ability to pass the IDOC/IDJJ background check.
Requires ability to pass a drug screen.
Required to utilize digital technology, tools, platforms, and processes in managing and supporting various digital enhancements for greater efficiency, productivity, and digital transformation efforts within the department.
Applicants are required to abide by all vaccine and/or other medical standards as set out by the employer.

Nice To Haves

Prefers completion of an approved correctional academy.
Prefers four (4) years of experience working in a State of Illinois Correctional Center or Juvenile Justice Center.
Prefers completion of the IDOC Instructional Methods training or substantially similar training or one (1) year of training/teaching experience.
Prefers at least two (2) years of experience in evaluating the effectiveness of training programs by pre/post tests or by usage of other methods.
Prefers at least three (3) years of working experience with internal audits.
Prefers at least two (2) years of working experience with external audits.
Prefers at least three (3) years of experience in creating PowerPoints, Lesson Plans, and Class Manuals.
Prefers working knowledge of public labor relations policies and practices.
Prefers at least two (2) years of experience in a facility specialized committee or team.

Responsibilities

Provides orientation, employee development, and specialized training to Department of Corrections Training Academy cadets, class counselors, and other departmental staff.
Prepares written, audio, and visual presentation materials for instruction programs.
Acts as a liaison regarding instruction programs, scheduling, requirements, descriptive course content, and related information.
Manages cadet program records and graduation activities.
Assists the supervisor in fiscal responsibility by informing the supervisor of training material and equipment needs.
Performs other duties as required or assigned which are reasonably within the scope of the duties enumerated above.

Benefits

Flexible work schedules in some program areas (flexible time and hybrid options)
Health, life, vision, and dental insurance
12 weeks paid maternity/paternity leave
Pension Plan – vesting at 10 years for Tier II
Full 20-year retirement awards free health insurance during retirement
Deferred compensation and other pre-tax benefits programs
Paid state holidays 13-14 days annually
3 Paid Personal Business Days annually
12 Paid Sick Days annually (Sick days carry over from year to year)
10-25 Days of Paid Vacation time annually - (10 days in year one of employment)
Personal, sick, and vacation rates modified for 12-hour work schedules. (As applicable.)
Employee Assistance Program and/or mental health resources