Police Training Coordinator

City of Odessa•Odessa, TX

10h

About The Position

Under basic supervision, coordinates Odessa Police Department (OPD) training activities, and maintains OPD training records. -- Essential functions, as defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include any of the following representative duties, knowledge, and skills. This is not a comprehensive listing of all functions and duties performed by incumbents of this class; employees may be assigned duties which are not listed below; reasonable accommodations will be made as required. The job description does not constitute an employment agreement and is subject to change at any time by the employer. Essential duties and responsibilities may include, but are not limited to, the following : Coordinates Department training programs; maintains state training database; reviews, maintains and updates training records; prepares and submits special-purpose and mandated training reports. Coordinates travel cost reimbursement accounting; responds to user requests for special training. Maintains the absolute confidentiality of all records and information. Supports the departmental operations with regular and timely attendance. Supports the relationship between the City of Odessa and the general public by demonstrating courteous and cooperative behavior when interacting with visitors and City staff; maintains confidentiality of work-related issues and City information; performs other duties as required or assigned.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED required
one year of experience in computers and customer service
Background investigation and polygraph is required
Knowledge of Texas Commission on Law Enforcement Officer Standards and Education (TCLEOSE) training programs and records management requirements
Principles of record keeping and confidential records management
Ability to successfully complete the following application process: oral interview board, entry level test, TABE9 Reading Comprehension test, background investigation, polygraph, medical physical, drug screen, vision test and psychological examination.
A valid Texas State Driver's License is required

Nice To Haves

Work history involving training, public contact or educational activities preferred.

Responsibilities

Coordinates Department training programs
maintains state training database
reviews, maintains and updates training records
prepares and submits special-purpose and mandated training reports
Coordinates travel cost reimbursement accounting
responds to user requests for special training
Maintains the absolute confidentiality of all records and information
Supports the departmental operations with regular and timely attendance
Supports the relationship between the City of Odessa and the general public by demonstrating courteous and cooperative behavior when interacting with visitors and City staff
maintains confidentiality of work-related issues and City information
performs other duties as required or assigned