Law Enforcement Certification & Training Coordinator

State of Vermont • Rutland Town, VT

4d • Onsite

About The Position

The Vermont Criminal Justice Council (VCJC) Police Academy is recruiting for a Law Enforcement Certification & Training Coordinator (LECTC). This position will report to the Director of Training, and focus on the development, delivery, and instruction of law enforcement core competencies. Police Academy training coordinators are largely based at the police academy with some travel expected. Law enforcement transformation and national policy changes will drive new curriculum as will current mandated training for in-service officers. This position will focus on the development, coordination, and curriculum for in-service training for all certified officers.
These roles 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 a law enforcement specific field, ability to administer physical fitness training program, and ability to collaborate with law enforcement agencies and partners to coordinate in-service training needs throughout the state. The position performs multiple competencies and reports to the Director of Training.
This position is based in Pittsford, VT and the hours are 8am to 4:30pm with one overnight expected but often times more will be required depending on needs of training staff, the size of the incoming class, and course coordination responsibilities. Some travel will be necessary and required to facilitate training in various locations throughout the state. Certification, or eligibility for certification, as a Vermont Law Enforcement Officer is required. The Vermont Police Academy strongly encourages minority and BIPOC applicants to apply.

Requirements

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

Nice To Haves

• Associate’s degree or higher in relevant field.
• Experience in training supervisory level curriculum topics
• Current instruction in a law enforcement specific field
• Ability to administer physical fitness training program
• Ability to collaborate with law enforcement agencies and partners to coordinate in-service training needs throughout the state
• Passing and maintaining required physical training assessments based on current standards

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
• Number of Employees: 101-250 employees