Training Specialist Jobs

HERNANDO COUNTY SHERIFF’S OFFICE

AL NIENHUIS, SHERIFF

JOB TITLE: TRAINING SPECIALIST

BUREAU: LAW ENFORCEMENTBUREAU

SUPERVISED BY: PROFESSIONAL STANDARDS LIEUTENANT

PAY GRADE: 14N CREATED: 03/01/23

FLSA STATUS: NON-EXEMPT REVISED:

CHARACTERISTICS OF THE CLASS

Under the supervision of the Training Corporal, performs duties related to the training function of the Hernando County Sheriff’s Office. Work usually involves planning, coordinating, developing, record keeping, and conducting training of agency employees. The individual will perform other training administration, instructional work, and community programs as requested. Requires the ability to make sound independent work decisions based on experience and knowledge of agency procedures. Must be able to perform and demonstrate all training activities to include but not limited to: defensive tactics, tactical shooting, and vehicle operations.

[NOTE] : These examples are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment to the position.

Essential Job Functions

• Organize and schedule agency in-service training on an ongoing basis.
• Be responsible for the maintenance, issuance and control of agency audiovisual aids/equipment assigned to the Community/Office of Professional Services.
• Maintain all trainer rosters and files in a current state.
• Prepare and submit training files for the Florida Department of Law Enforcement.
• Be knowledgeable in public-related subjects, major revisions in law enforcement, and available training aids.
• Instruct in one or more technical or specialized fields of criminal justice.
• Work with local Criminal Justice Training Centers to develop training courses.
• Maintain accurate training records for the agency and notify personnel of required training as well as other training that may be available.
• Performs other training related duties as well as Community Outreach duties/functions on an as needed basis.
• Be knowledgeable of the requirements of the Criminal Justice Standards and Training Commission as they affect this agency.
• Design, develop, implement and evaluate law enforcement training programs.
• Be able to perform and demonstrate needed training activities. This includes but is not limited to defensive tactic moves, tactical shooting, evasive vehicle operations, and other courses as necessary.
• Develop lesson plans, curricula, handouts and other training materials.
• Establish training objectives each budget year, and develop and submit training budget proposals for the upcoming year.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or G.E.D.
• Previous experience as a law enforcement officer or academy instructor is highly preferred.
• Training and Experience
• Currently possess, or the ability to attain, a “General” Instructor Certification and other approved instructor certification as defined by the Criminal Justice Standards and Training Commission; i.e., firearms, defensive driving, etc.
• Possess a valid Class E (Operator) driver license.

Knowledge, Skills And Abilities

• Ability to maintain records and prepare reports.
• Knowledge of current trends and developments in criminal justice.
• Ability to evaluate between training program content and training objectives.
• Knowledge of the Florida Criminal Justice Standards and Training Commission policies and procedures.
• Ability to communicate both orally and in writing.
• Knowledge of the FTO Program and tracking systems.
• Knowledge of the methods and techniques of adult classroom presentation.
• Ability to collect, organize and evaluate data and to develop logical conclusions.
• Knowledge of office practices.
• Skill in presenting training courses to adult classes.
• Skill in establishing training program objectives and designed training programs.
• Knowledge of adult instructional course development.
• Knowledge of computer applications and software.

Essential Physical Skills

• Ability to walk unassisted
• Ability to carry moderate weight (i.e. boxes, shredded reports, file stacks, etc.)
• Ability to operate a computer effectively and efficiently
• Ability to perform and demonstrate all types of needed trainings to include role-playing for scenarios
• Acceptable hearing (with or without correction)
• Ability to communicate orally
• Ability sit and/or stand for long periods of time
• Ability to stand from a kneeling or prone position unassisted
• Acceptable eyesight (with or without correction)

Equal Opportunity Employer