Use of Force Training Coordinator

Government of Alberta•Edmonton, AB

4d•CA$82,168 - CA$107,710•Onsite

About The Position

The Alberta Public Service works to build a stronger province for current and future generations. We make a difference in the lives of Albertans through rewarding and diverse career opportunities. The ministry of Public Safety and Emergency Services (PSES) ensures effective policing and delivers programs and services to support victims of crime, building safe and healthy communities. The Training Academy (TA) promotes excellence through training and continual professional development by establishing training standards, and in partnership with stakeholders, facilitating the delivery of evidence-based curriculum. The TA is responsible for design, development and delivery of induction training programs to peace officers in Alberta. As the Use of Force Training Coordinator you will guide the development, modification, and delivery of complex and highly specialized training programs for a variety of stakeholders. You will work in conjunction with the PSES Training Academy (TA) Management and PSES Divisional Operational Branches to ensure training programs meet the certification standards of the Correctional Services Division and the Peace Officer Program. As a Team Lead coordinating the activities of Use of Force Instructors from across the divisions, the Use of Force Training Coordinator must be aware of and understand operational requirements of the TA and also those of the PSES operational center’s/branches and associated stakeholders. A constant focus on professionalism and the safety of PSES personnel in any training capacity is paramount. The Use of Force Training Coordinator will ensure all course curricula reflect best practices and defined course standards, as well as undertake ongoing revisions needed to address evolving operational requirements. The Use of Force Training Coordinator is also responsible for the integration of Use of Force training and learning objectives with other specialized training areas (EVOC, firearms, legal, strategic communication). Demonstrating systems thinking, the incumbent will provide subject matter expertise to identify where and how use of force training fits with other aspects of training and will provide mentoring to staff to share this knowledge. Working within applicable legislation, policies, and procedures, the Criminal Code, the Canadian Charter of Rights and Freedoms, and all provincial and federal statutes, the Use of Force Training Coordinator exercises authority as a Peace Officer (Sheriff, Fish and Wildlife Officer, Parks Conservation Officer, Commercial Vehicles Officer) under the Alberta Peace Officer Act. The Use of Force Training Coordinator will be an active member of the Use of Force committee to ensure best practices maintained throughout the Ministry.

Requirements

University graduation in a related field plus 4 years progressively responsible related experience.
Completion of a law enforcement induction training program from a recognized institution or agency (GOA Training Academy, Ontario Police College, Edmonton Police Service, etc.).
Systems Thinking competency.
Creative Problem Solving competency.
Agility competency.
Drive for Results competency.
Develop Networks competency.
Build Collaborative Environments competency.
Develop Self and Others competency.

Nice To Haves

Current Training Academy or related instructor qualifications (Essential Facilitations, Control Tactics, Firearms, EVOC, First Aid, etc.).
Experience in leadership roles/initiatives (Peer Support Program, Field Training Officer, etc.).
Formal training, education and experience instructing using adult learning principles.
Qualified as a master instructor in control tactics and use of force and working experience as a Correctional Peace Officer, Sheriff, Fish and Wildlife Officer or Environmental Enforcement Officer or law enforcement operational experience.

Responsibilities

Guide the development, modification, and delivery of complex and highly specialized training programs for a variety of stakeholders.
Ensure training programs meet the certification standards of the Correctional Services Division and the Peace Officer Program.
Coordinate the activities of Use of Force Instructors from across the divisions.
Ensure all course curricula reflect best practices and defined course standards.
Undertake ongoing revisions needed to address evolving operational requirements.
Integrate Use of Force training and learning objectives with other specialized training areas (EVOC, firearms, legal, strategic communication).
Provide subject matter expertise to identify where and how use of force training fits with other aspects of training.
Provide mentoring to staff to share knowledge.
Be an active member of the Use of Force committee to ensure best practices maintained throughout the Ministry.