Corrections Training Instructor/Coord I

Commonwealth of Kentucky; Lyndon (KY); Hybrid; USD 47,000 - 71,000; Full time

Job summary

Commonwealth of Kentucky's Department of Juvenile Justice is seeking a Corrections Training Instructor/Coordinator I to deliver and develop training programs for staff across facilities. This role requires leading curriculum development, research, and in-service training to improve safety, compliance, and youth outcomes.

The position is full-time, executive branch, with travel statewide and potential telecommuting as described.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree from a college or university.
• Two years of experience in corrections or education.
• Graduate study may substitute for experience; experience may substitute for education.

Responsibilities

• Provides research, curriculum development and instruction in correctional security, treatment, legal issues, operations, health and safety areas and other related areas.
• Develops instructional materials, lesson plans and other curriculum for Department of Juvenile Justice (DJJ) training.
• Plans and organizes training events for DJJ staff.
• Provides input into the development of annual training plans in facilities, calendars and other training documents.
• Provides in-service training and academy training.
• Submits training and progress reports and provides feedback regarding staff training performance.
• Completes all related documentation as required.
• Certification will be required and maintained for multiple training courses.

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Corrections Training Instructor / Coord I

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Pay Grade 14

Salary $47,012.16 - $70,518.24 Annually

Employment Type EXECUTIVE BRANCH | FULL TIME | ELIGIBLE FOR OVERTIME PAY | 18A | 40.0 HR/WK

Hiring Agency Justice & Public Safety Cabinet | Department of Juvenile Justice

Location

8711 LaGrange Rd BLDG E
Lyndon, KY 40242 USA

The agency may authorize the selected candidate to telecommute. The agency may terminate or modify the telecommuting arrangement at any time.

Description

The Kentucky Department of Juvenile Justice is a multi-faceted agency that serves juveniles of the Commonwealth. While striving to hold youth accountable for their actions, the Department creates opportunities for sentenced, committed, probated, or detained youth to develop social and career skills that will equip them for re-entry into their communities as productive and responsible citizens.

The Kentucky Department of Juvenile Justice (DJJ) seeks to serve youth in the least restrictive, appropriate placement possible. We aspire to be a premier team of professionals committed to providing life-changing services resulting in the positive transformation of children, families, and communities.

For more information about the Department of Juvenile Justice, please visit: https://djj.ky.gov

This is a highly responsible position in the Justice and Public Safety Cabinet. The employee is expected to perform all duties to the best of their ability, act in a responsible manner at all times, demonstrate leadership qualities, and treat all staff, youth, and persons with respect. This is a demanding position that requires maturity, reliability, and self-discipline. Career growth and advancement are encouraged through training and mentoring opportunities.

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Provides research, curriculum development and instruction in correctional security, treatment, legal issues, operations, health and safety areas and other related areas.
• Conducts research and develops instructional materials, lesson plans and other curriculum for Department of Juvenile Justice (DJJ) training.
• Plans and organizes training events for DJJ staff.
• Provides input into the development of the annual training plans in facilities, calendars and other training documents.
• Provides in-service training and academy training.
• Submits training and progress reports and provides feedback regarding staff training performance.
• Completes all related documentation as required.
• Certification will be required and maintained for multiple training courses - this includes behavior management techniques that covers staff self-protection and physical restraint.

Minimum Requirements

EDUCATION: Graduate of a college or university with a bachelor's degree.

EXPERIENCE, TRAINING, OR SKILLS: Must have two years of experience in any operation or program within the field of corrections and, or, education.

Substitute EDUCATION for EXPERIENCE: Graduate study in corrections, justice administration, or law will substitute for the required experience on a year-for-year basis.

Substitute EXPERIENCE for EDUCATION: Experience in corrections will substitute for the required education on a year-for-year basis.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS (AGE, LICENSURE, REGULATION, ETC.): NONE

Working Conditions

Statewide travel will be required to conduct training programs.

Probationary Period

This job has an initial and promotional probationary period of 6 months, except as provided in KRS 18A.111.

If you have questions about this advertisement, please contact Brandy Aston at [e-mail].

An Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/D