Law Enforcement Trng Instructor I

Commonwealth of Kentucky; Louisville (KY); On-site; USD 56,000; Full time

Job summary

The Commonwealth of Kentucky is seeking a Law Enforcement Training Instructor to provide essential criminal justice training to law enforcement personnel. This role involves teaching both in-person and virtual classes, enhancing law enforcement capabilities across the state. Candidates must possess a bachelor's degree and significant law enforcement experience.

Benefits

Paid Time Off (Sick & Vacation)

Paid Holidays

Affordable health insurance

Retirement plans

Training opportunities

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required.
• Three years as a sworn law enforcement officer or telecommunications experience.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Teach law enforcement topics using approved lesson plans.
• Develop and evaluate training courses meeting DOCJT standards.
• Coordinate class training and preparation.

Skills

Public speaking

Adult learning principles

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Microsoft Word

PowerPoint

Job description

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Commonwealth of Kentucky provided pay range

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Base pay range

$55,543.92/yr - $55,543.92/yr

Description

Looking for the next step in your law enforcement career? As a Law Enforcement Instructor, you’ll be able to utilize your passion and knowledge for law enforcement, to provide quality criminal justice training, through both in-person and virtual training methods, that will enhance the ability of the state's law enforcement personnel. Which will reduce crime and its cost to society and create a safe, secure environment for Kentucky.

The Department of Criminal Justice Training (DOCJT) has an opening for two (2) Law Enforcement Training Instructor positions in the Louisville Field Section. This position's primary designated workstation will be located in, Louisville and will work in conjunction with the main campus located in, Richmond, Kentucky.

The instructor will teach from established lesson plans and develop, implement, and evaluate training courses that meet the standards and requirements of DOCJT and the Kentucky Law Enforcement Counsel (KLEC).This is delivered through classroom instruction in general and specialty law enforcement topics for In-Service, including, courses pertinent to current investigational methods, as well as contributing to professional development in current law enforcement personnel, and agencies around the Commonwealth. Courses include Basic Interviewing, Advanced Interviewing and Interrogation, Contemporary Issues in Policing and Terrorism, Tactics and Techniques, Internal Affairs, and Human Trafficking.

Responsibilities Include But Are Not Limited To The Following

• Teaches assigned law enforcement topics using approved lesson plans, conducts scenario-based training, and utilizes adult learning principles.
• Research and revise established lesson plans and develop new lesson plans and instructional class materials for law enforcement or law enforcement-related topics.
• Coordinates class training and class preparation for training courses.
• Prepares and completes all required administrative paperwork, testing, grading, and any class-required reports.
• Attends internal and external training courses.
• Other duties as assigned.
  
  

Preferred Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Sworn civilian law enforcement experience.
• Significant experience in public speaking and presentation skills.
• Experience in adult learning principles.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Organizational skills and ability to work independently.
• Knowledge of the use of computer technology, e.g., Microsoft Word, Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint, Blackboard, etc.
• Broad knowledge of law enforcement topics.
• Ability to work in a team environment.
  
  

Additional / Supplemental Information:

• Maintain a valid driver’s license.
• Lift heavy objects or work in uncomfortable positions for extended periods of time.
• May be required to carry and/or use a firearm.
• Frequently communicate in person or by other means of technology.
• Spend a major portion of time using a computer.
• Travel required (state vehicle provided).
  
  

DOCJT offers great EMPLOYEE benefits package, including:

• A 37.5 hour work week.
• Paid Time Off (Sick & Vacation) + Paid Holidays.
• Overtime/Compensatory Time.
• Affordable day 1 health Insurance w/ optional health reimbursement account.
• Free life insurance.
• Retirement (If not previously retired from the Kentucky Public Pension Authority).
• Wellness Incentives Program.
• Training/Career Development Opportunities.
• Optional Deferred Compensation program (401K).
  
  

A background check is required. The final job offer is contingent upon successfully completing a background investigation. In compliance with the Commission of Accreditation for Law Enforcement Agency, a standard 5.28 physical exam will be required after an initial offer of employment.

Minimum Requirements

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

EXPERIENCE, TRAINING, OR SKILLS: Three years of experience as a sworn law enforcement officer or in law enforcement telecommunications.

Substitute EDUCATION for EXPERIENCE: NONE

Substitute EXPERIENCE for EDUCATION: Additional experience as a sworn law enforcement officer or in law enforcement telecommunications will substitute for the education on a year-for-year basis.

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

Working Conditions

Incumbents working in this job title perform work in a classroom and/or simulated training setting.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Other, Information Technology, and Management

• Industries

  Government Administration

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