Field Training Officer

Worksourceheartofgeorgia; Georgia; On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Worksourceheartofgeorgia is seeking a Field Training Officer in Georgia. The role involves coaching and mentoring newly hired Correctional Officers, ensuring they are adequately trained and evaluating their performance.

The ideal candidate should possess a High School Diploma or GED, a valid P.O.S.T. Certification, and at least eighteen months of relevant experience. This position is exclusive to Current GDC Employees.

Qualifications

• Must have a valid P.O.S.T. Certification.
• A minimum of eighteen months of experience as a Correctional Officer or equivalent role.
• Good standing with P.O.S.T and no recent disciplinary actions.

Responsibilities

• Coach and mentor newly hired Correctional Officers.
• Conduct training for new hires in individual facilities.
• Report unprofessional behavior and progress issues.

Skills

Coaching and mentoring

On-the-job training

Documentation

Education

High School Diploma or GED

One year of college from an accredited institution

Job description

High School Diploma or GED AND P.O.S.T. Certification AND eighteen months of experience as a Correctional Officer or position equivalent.

Notes

1. POST Rule: 464-13.03, must have three years of Law Enforcement experience, with at least two years of service from the Georgia Department of Corrections. (A Correctional Officer can still attend the program, but must have three years of experience, before POST will certify them).
2. Must be in good standing with POST (no disciplinary actions or POST investigations within the last two years).
3. Received a "Successful Performer" or higher on current Performance Evaluation.

Preferred Qualification

1. Preference will be given to applicants who, in addition to meeting the Minimum Qualifications, possess one or more of the following:
2. Three years of experience as a Correctional Officer 2 (PSP061), with the Georgia Department of Corrections.
3. One year of college, from an accredited college or university.

A Field Training Officer is responsible for the training and evaluation of newly hired and recently graduated Correctional Officers, at the individual facilities within the Georgia Department of Corrections.

Primary Duties & Responsibilities

1. Coaching and mentoring newly hired and recently graduated Correctional Officers.
2. Conduct on-the-job training for newly hired and recently graduated Correctional Officers.
3. Responsible for reporting potential problems, i.e., unprofessional behavior, lack of interest or progress in the program.
4. Responsible for completing all documentation associated with the program.
5. Responsible for providing remedial/reinforcement training when necessary.
6. May have to work a post when required.

This position is open to Current GDC Employees Only.

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