Academy Training Developer (20081732)

State of Ohio; Orient (OH); On-site; USD 45,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Coverage

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

Paid time off & holidays

Education and development funds

Job summary

The State of Ohio seeks an Academy Training Developer to design, deliver, and evaluate corrective training programs. You will lead curriculum development, coordinate department trainings, and ensure compliance with agency standards.

Role emphasizes collaboration, project management and continuous improvement within a corrections environment. Strong communication and organizational skills are essential.

Qualifications

• 48 mos. exp. in delivery of training or instructional programs, per Position Description.

Responsibilities

• Develop, modify and update agency instructional programs for Corrections Training Academy.
• Assess designs, develops, implements and evaluates departmental training programs for compliance.
• Attend, instruct and coordinate department training (Firearms, DTSC, CPR, OC) as assigned.
• Serve as ELM administrator; create and monitor program activities.
• Monitor rosters, course compliance and program scope.
• Manage curriculum development projects; oversee Subject Matter Experts.
• Develop orientation training and supplemental programs (e.g., coaches training).
• Create reports and inputs data into ONBASE; liaise with staff on professional development.

Skills

Learning and Development

Corrections

Project Management

Public Relations

Training

Job description

Job Description - Academy Training Developer (20081732) (260005XO)

Organization

Rehabilitation & Correction - Operation Support Center

Agency Contact Name and Information : [e-mail]

Unposting Date

Aug 25, 2026, 3:59:00 AM

Work Location

DRC Central Office-Pickaway 11781 State Route 762 Orient 43146

Primary Location

United States of America-OHIO-Pickaway County-Orient

Compensation : $33.35

Schedule

Full-time

Work Hours : 40

Union : Exempt from Union

Primary Job Skill

Training

Technical Skills : Learning and Development, Corrections, Project Management, Public Relations, Training

Professional Skills : Collaboration, Critical Thinking, Emotional Intelligence, Ethics and Values, Continuous Improvement

Who We Are…

Guided by a single mission “To reduce recidivism among those we touch,” the Ohio Department of Rehabilitation and Correction believes that everyone is capable of positive change. Our staff embrace these core values and serves as role models for pro-social behavior conveying an attitude of dignity and respect in the treatment of others.

What We Do…

The Ohio Department of Rehabilitation and Correction has been tasked with front line crime reduction through rehabilitative treatment and programming efforts provided in a safe, secure and humane correctional environment and effective community supervision. Our goal is to protect the public through helping individuals turn away from crime and become productive, contributing members of our communities, ensuring a safer Ohio for all Ohioans now and in the future.

To learn more about our agency, please visit our website at www.drc.ohio.gov

Are You Ready?

We are thrilled to see that you are interested in beginning your career with the Ohio Department of Rehabilitation and Correction! Without a doubt, this will be the most rewarding and meaningful work you’ll ever find with a work family that is second to none!

What You’ll Do:

• Requires thorough knowledge of training development and presentations in order to develop, modify and update agency developed instructional program activities of Corrections Training Academy
• Assesses designs, develops, implements and evaluates departmental training programs for assigned unit to ensure compliance with policies and agency standards
• Attends, instructs and coordinates department training (e.g., Firearms, Defensive Tactics Subject Control, (DTSC), Cardio Pulmonary (CPR) and Oleoresin Capsicum (OC)) and other program areas as assigned
• Serves as ELM administrator; creates and monitors program activities
• Monitors participant rosters to ensure compliance and accountability
• Monitors course compliance within scope of programs
• Manages curriculum development projects to include overseeing the work of Subject Matter Experts and personnel assigned to work on curriculum design teams
• Develops orientation training programs; develops, coordinates, implements and evaluates supplemental programs (e.g., coaches training)
• Makes recommendations for improvement and/or changes to training programs, policies and practices/procedures based upon Departmental and stakeholder needs through application of a formalized assessment process
• Creates and run various administrative reports
• Inputs data into ONBASE
• Serves as a liaison for DRC staff regarding professional development opportunities
• Manages major training programs including determination of needs, curriculum development, revision, registrations, evaluations and record keeping
• Develops and manages DRC programs
• Formulates and responsibly directs implementation of policy for specialized in-service training programs
• Serves as liaison and support (e.g., site visits and written correspondence) for internal and external stakeholders and the training academy providing assistance and direction with problem areas as needed
• Review and evaluates training needs and provides consultative assistance in training program planning to include job specific training for new training officers
• Conducts regional training in the field at public and private prisons
• Monitors student activities by providing assistance and direction
• Investigate allegations of violations of rules, regulations, policies and procedures
• Conducts audits to ensures standardization in the administration and implementation of training programs to coincide with Departmental goals and mission
• Assists in collection of annual documentation as it pertains to training audit standards (e.g., ACA, Ohio Standards)
• Attends training sessions for initial instruction for certification to include but not limited to instructor as DTSC, Firearms, OC and CPR
• Attends meetings, training, and conferences
• May give presentations, may serve on committees

Benefits

• Medical Coverage
• Free Dental, Vision and Basic Life Insurance premiums after completion of eligibility period
• Paid time off, including vacation, personal, sick leave and 11 paid holidays per year
• Childbirth, Adoption, and Foster Care leave
• Education and Development Opportunities (Employee Development Funds, Public Service Loan Forgiveness, and more)

*Benefits eligibility is dependent on a number of factors. The Agency Contact listed above will be able to provide specific benefits information for this position.

Qualifications

48 mos. exp. in delivery of training or instructional programs commensurate with area to be assigned based on approved Position Description on file. Note: for positions assigned to train in Adult Parole Authority (APA) Firearm certification/re-certification, must be certified OPOTA Trainer per Ohio Administrative Code 109:2-1-06.

-Or equivalent of Minimum Class Qualifications noted above.

Job Skills: Training

Pre-Employment Drug Testing

All final applicants tentatively selected for this position will be required to submit to urinalysis to test for illegal drug use prior to appointments. Testing will also be performed for the presence of marijuana. An applicant with a positive test shall not be offered employment unless the applicant submits medical documentation of legally prescribed medications or a recommendation for medical marijuana.

Pre-Employment Background Investigation

The final applicant selected for the position will be required to undergo a criminal background check. An individual assessment of an applicant’s prior criminal convictions will be made before excluding an applicant from consideration.

The Ohio Department of Rehabilitation and Correction is prohibited from hiring:

• Individuals under a federal or state weapons disability if the position requires firearms certification/recertification and use;
• Individuals who have engaged in sexual abuse in a prison or other confinement facility; have been civilly or administratively adjudicated, or convicted of engaging or attempting to engage in sexual activity in the community facilitated by force, implied threats of force, or if the victim did not or was unable to consent;
• Individuals convicted of soliciting or providing support for an act of terrorism, terrorism, or money laundering to support terrorism;
• Individuals who have been convicted of or pled guilty to a felony where a direct correlation exists between the position and prior criminal behavior.

Ohio is a Disability Inclusion State

Ohio is a Disability Inclusion State and strives to be a model employer of individuals with disabilities. The State of Ohio is committed to providing access and inclusion and reasonable accommodation in its services, activities, programs and employment opportunities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and other applicable laws.

Drug-Free Workplace

The State of Ohio is a drug-free workplace which prohibits the use of marijuana (recreational marijuana/non-medical cannabis). Please note, this position may be subject to additional restrictions pursuant to the State of Ohio Drug-Free Workplace Policy (HR-39), and as outlined in the posting.