Training Specialist (Corrections)

Osceola County•Kissimmee, FL

4d•Onsite

About The Position

Under direction, the purpose of the position is to research, develop, implement, and facilitate appropriate and effective training for all levels of staff in the Corrections Department. This will include collaboration with supervisory and management staff in determining agency training needs. Work is performed with limited supervision. When assigned as FCIC Agency Coordinator (FAC): Ensures Osceola County’s compliance with Florida Department of Law Enforcement, Criminal Justice Information Services requirements, and any other relevant authority.

Requirements

High School Diploma or GED.
Three (3) years’ experience as a Corrections professional.
Must possess and maintain Florida Department of Law Enforcement (FDLE) Instructor Certifications, Firearms, Defensive Tactics and CPR/First Aid Certification or obtain the certifications as determined by the Division Manager.
Must possess and maintain a valid Florida Driver’s License.
Ability to learn a wide variety of criminal justice information systems; proficient in utilizing web-based applications to manage users.
Ability to understand and follow written and oral instructions.
Ability to deal with people in a variety of changing and complex situations; ability to deal tactfully and cordially with a variety of people from different backgrounds.
Skill in preparing complex correspondence, summaries, and reports in a clear and concise manner; skill in business English, e.g., correspondence formats, spelling, punctuation, and grammar.
Skill in reading, updating, and maintaining various records and files; skill in complex administrative support functions, e.g., records maintenance, data analysis, reports processing, documentation proofing.
Knowledge of correctional facility operations, procedures, techniques, and equipment.
Knowledge of pertinent federal, state, and local rules, regulations, ordinances, and other regulatory standards applicable to the position and its functions.
Skill in professionally and effectively communicating verbally, in writing, and in presentations.
Skill in reading, analyzing, and interpreting professional periodicals and journals, technical procedures, memos, manuals, policies, procedures, and legal documentation.
Ability to work independently in an office and correctional environment; ability to prioritize work, organize and make sound judgments.
Skill in analyzing and developing effective solutions.
Skill in establishing and maintaining effective working relationships and communications with inmates, social service agencies, department management/staff, members of the judiciary, and the general public.
Ability to operate basic office and communications equipment, e.g., radio, computer terminals, printers, copy machines, telephone systems, facsimile machines.

Nice To Haves

A Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited institution in Criminal Justice, Social Science, Public Administration, or closely related field is preferred.

Responsibilities

Meets and works with management and supervisors, both internal and external, to assess, identify and develop effective department training.
Researches, evaluates, and recommends training programs and resources of public agencies, educational institutions, and private consultants.
Facilitates training workshops to enhance the professional development of staff.
Coordinates the research, development and implementation of curriculum including audio-visual, computer assisted and written training materials.
Coordinate and assist with training required to achieve and maintain the Florida Corrections Accreditation Commission (FCAC) accreditation for the Community Corrections Division.
Designs curriculum content based on adult learning principles to include research, development, implementation, design documents, PowerPoint presentations, instructor guides, participant guides, training procedure manuals and guides, assessments and certification questions, course description and supplemental materials (tests, handouts, check sheets, fact sheets) using standard development processes and templates.
Assists in the development and revision of policies and procedures.
Acquires and maintains knowledge of current instructional theories and principles applicable for the delivery of both online and instructor-led learning programs to adult audiences.
Performs duties as assigned/necessary which are related or logical in assignment to the position.
Acts as the Department’s primary FCIC Agency Coordinator (FAC).
Acts as liaison and point of contact with the Florida Department of Law Enforcement (FDLE), Criminal Justice Information Services (CJIS), and related organizations.
Ensures agency compliance with Florida Department of Law Enforcement (FDLE) and Criminal Justice Information Services (CJIS) requirements, policies, and procedures.
Participates in records audits; provides related information, supporting documentation, statistics, and logs.
Maintains confidentiality of information in the performance of duties.