Training Manager, Detainee Transport Operations
About The Position
The Training Manager oversees the development, implementation, and administration of training programs for a government-contracted detainee transportation operation throughout Texas. The role ensures personnel receive required initial, refresher, remedial, and role-specific training in accordance with government regulations, contract requirements, company policies, and detainee transportation protocols. The Training Manager maintains training compliance, qualification records, instructor programs, curricula, testing, and certification requirements so employees are prepared to perform their duties safely and securely. The position is based in Texas, with specific training locations to be determined. Some teleworking may be authorized, and travel of up to 75% is required. Employees may encounter extreme hot or cold weather, fumes or airborne particles, toxic or caustic chemicals, and loud noise. Physical activities may include remaining stationary, standing, pushing, pulling, climbing, kneeling, crawling, balancing, squatting, bending, reaching, moving items with carts or dollies, and occasionally lifting or moving up to 49 pounds.
Requirements
- Five years of progressive training management experience within detention, law enforcement, or government contracting.
- Demonstrated experience in large-scale curriculum development, competency-based assessments, defensive driving, and secure detainee transportation protocols.
- Proficiency in tracking compliance, managing records, and preparing regulatory training reports.
- Ability to manage multi-site training logistics, communicate effectively with government officials, and travel extensively across Texas.
- Valid driver's license.
- Ability to pass all required government background investigations and suitability screening.
Responsibilities
- Oversee comprehensive training programs for statewide detainee transportation operations to ensure government contract and regulatory compliance.
- Design curricula, lesson plans, practical exercises, and assessments covering security, custody, searches, restraints, emergency response, and safe vehicle operations.
- Monitor completion metrics, maintain auditable qualification records, and ensure initial, annual, refresher, and remedial training satisfies contract requirements for government audits.
- Coordinate multi-site training schedules, manage a geographically dispersed instructor network, evaluate trainer effectiveness, and travel to operational locations as needed.
- Analyze operational incidents, safety audits, and performance trends to identify knowledge gaps, deploy corrective action plans, and coordinate with management and government representatives.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Manager
Education Level
No Education Listed
