Law Enforcement Certification & Training Coordinator

State of Vermont • Rutland Town, VT

3d • Onsite

About The Position

Do you enjoy coaching and mentoring law enforcement professionals? Are you excited by a challenge and want to be a critical part of law enforcement transformation? The Vermont Criminal Justice Council (VCJC) and Police Academy are hiring for a Law Enforcement Certification & Training Coordinator. This position is a premium opportunity to guide the newest members of law enforcement professionals through a 17-week residential training program to become certified in the state of Vermont.

Law Enforcement Certification & Training Coordinators (TCs) mentor and role model best practices, display qualities of equitable treatment and inclusion, and exemplify behaviors of law enforcement professionals through training and discipline. Experience in training supervisory level curriculum topics, current instruction in law enforcement-specific fields, ability to administer physical fitness training programs, and ability to collaborate with law enforcement agencies and partners to coordinate training needs are highly encouraged to apply.

This position reports to the Director of Training and is part of a core group of training coordinators for law enforcement certification training. Training coordinators are largely based at the police academy in Pittsford, VT. Hours are typically 8 AM to 4:30 PM with one overnight expected but typically more will be required depending on the needs of training staff.
Certification, or eligibility for certification, as a Level III Vermont Law Enforcement Officer is required. The Vermont Police Academy strongly encourages minority and BIPOC applicants to apply.Who May ApplyThis position, Law Enforcement Certification & Training Coordinator (Job Requisition #54747), is open to all State employees and external applicants. If you would like more information about this position, please contact Sarah Roy at [email protected] note that multiple positions in the same work location may be filled from this job posting.Resumes will not be accepted via e-mail. You must apply online to be considered. PUBLIC SAFETY BACKGROUND CHECKS: Candidates must pass any level of background investigation applicable to the position to include Motor Vehicle/Criminal Records, Personal History, Credit and any additional background check(s).Environmental FactorsLECTCs are required to be mentally alert and responsible for the safety, physical well-being and mental health of up to 45 recruits during training sessions for up to 16 hours on a daily basis. During the sleep time of recruits, LECTCs stay overnight at the police academy for a minimum of one night per week in order to provide emergency assistance. LECTCs are required to extensively work outdoors in varying conditions and terrains based on job specificity and are required to travel accordingly to perform required duties. Many duties are executed in an office or classroom setting, which can include various indoor and outdoor venues throughout the police academy campus, along with off-site locations.

Requirements

• Three (3) years of professional experience as a certified law enforcement officer including experience with staff training and development.
• OR
• Four (4) or more years of experience creating and/or facilitating training programs.
• Certification, or eligibility for certification, as a Level III Vermont Law Enforcement Officer is required.
• Must be able to successfully pass a comprehensive background investigation upon receipt of a conditional offer of employment
• Passing and maintaining required physical training assessments based on current standards

Nice To Haves

• Associate’s degree or higher in relevant field.
• Experience in training supervisory level curriculum topics
• Current instruction in law enforcement-specific fields
• Ability to administer physical fitness training programs
• Ability to collaborate with law enforcement agencies and partners to coordinate training needs

Benefits

• 80% State paid medical premium and a dental plan at no cost for employees and their families
• Work/Life balance: 11 paid holidays each year and a generous leave plan
• State Paid Family and Medical Leave Insurance (FMLI)
• Two ways to save for your retirement: A State defined benefit pension plan and a deferred compensation 457(b) plan
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Flexible spending healthcare and childcare reimbursement accounts
• Low cost group life insurance
• Incentive-based Wellness Program
• Qualified Employer for Public Service Student Loan Forgiveness Program

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree