Criminal Justice Trainer 3 - Corrections and Juvenile Academy

State of Washington•Burien, WA

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About The Position

The Washington State Criminal Justice Training Commission (WSCJTC) seeking a Criminal Justice Trainer 3 supporting the Corrections Officer Academies (COA), and Juvenile Corrections Service Academies. This position plays a critical role in fulfilling WSCJTC's mission of delivering legally defensible, scienced-based, and value-driven training to ensure Washington's criminal justice professionals have the knowledge and skills needed to safely and ethically service their communities. Under the direction of the Basic Training Division (BTD) Commander and Assistant Commanders, this Criminal Justice Trainer 3 position serves as a Teacher Administrator, Counselor and primary trainer of corrections academy students, ensuring delivery of agency approved curriculum. If you are passionate about training and public service, we encourage you to apply!

Requirements

At least five (5) years of experience in Corrections or Juvenile Detention
At least two (2) years of experience as a trainer of criminal justice personnel (law enforcement, corrections, juvenile corrections) specifically in the areas of de-escalation, communication, criminal law, inmate supervision, and/or control/defensive tactics. Time may run concurrently.
At least seven (7) years of experience in Corrections or Juvenile Detention
At least two (2) years of lead or supervisory experience of criminal justice personnel (law enforcement, corrections, juvenile corrections). Time served as a lead or primary trainer, TAC Officer, or FTO/PTO meet this requirement. Time may run concurrently.
Firm understanding of adult teaching and learning methods.
Ability to report information clearly, completely, and accurately both verbally and in writing.
No sustained use of force complaints in the past three (3) years.
Any community complaints in the last three (3) years must be satisfactorily explained.
Able to model the Guardian Philosophy in class on a daily basis.
Strong work ethic, self-directed, and able to work in a team-teaching environment.
Ability to support the agency's diversity, equity, and inclusion goals.
Effective communication skills.
Problem solving skills, including analysis and strategies.
Knowledge of the criminal justice system including federal, state, and local criminal justice agencies, laws, ordinances, and regulations.
Knowledge of cultural diversity/implicit bias.

Nice To Haves

Understanding of and/or experience with WSCJTC protocols and chain of command.
First level supervisor experience (examples: sergeant, supervisor, manager).
WSCJTC Instructor Development - 2 (ID2) certification.
Skills for basic computer applications including Microsoft Office Suite.
Knowledge of training and instruction principles, content, and methodology
Knowledge of curriculum development.
Demonstrable experience developing and utilizing resources appropriately.

Responsibilities

Facilitation and delivery of agency approved curriculum including classroom, practical, and mock scenarios.
Serve as a lead TAC Officer of COA, COEA, and Services academy course, which occasionally run concurrently.
Train and mentor students guided by WSCJTC policy, rules and regulations, and in keeping with agency values.
Model trustworthy behavior associated with officers who earn the trust of their communities.
Reinforce and demonstrate ethical and professional behaviors.
Maintain order within the academy atmosphere, including motivating classes as a group and students individually in accordance with agency policy and BTD rules and regulations.
Support contracted TAC Officers orienting them to agency curriculum, policy, procedure, and protocols, as needed.
Communicate with student's employing agencies regarding performance, attendance, coordination of additional training needs, test failures and remedial training, when directed.
Maintain student records to accurately reflect attendance, work product submissions, exam scores, and other records.
Track and report student injuries using agency reporting processes and records and notification to the Assistant Commander of Corrections & Administration.

Benefits

WSCJTC offers outstanding healthcare benefits, choice of state retirement programs including a defined benefit pension plan, advancement opportunities, and flexible/compressed work schedules.

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