Police Training Assistant

City of Odessa, Texas; Odessa (TX); On-site; USD 28,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

City of Odessa, Texas invites applicants for a Training Coordinator position with the Odessa Police Department. Under basic supervision, you will coordinate training programs and maintain training records.

The role requires a high school diploma or GED and at least one year of experience in computers and customer service. A background investigation and polygraph are required.

Excellent communication and confidentiality are essential for success in this role.

Qualifications

• Education: High school diploma or GED required; AND one year of experience in computers and customer service.
• Background investigation and polygraph is required.
• Work history involving training, public contact or educational activities preferred.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate Department training programs; maintains state training database; reviews, maintains and updates training records; prepares and submits special-purpose and mandated training reports.
• Coordinate travel cost reimbursement accounting; responds to user requests for special training.
• Maintains the absolute confidentiality of all records and information.
• Supports the departmental operations with regular and timely attendance.
• Supports the relationship between the City of Odessa and the general public by demonstrating courteous and cooperative behavior when interacting with visitors and City staff; maintains confidentiality of work-related issues and City information; performs other duties as required or assigned.

Skills

Training coordination

Customer service

Computer skills

Written communication

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Summary

Under basic supervision, coordinates Odessa Police Department (OPD) training activities, and maintains OPD training records.

Essential Functions

• Coordinates Department training programs; maintains state training database; reviews, maintains and updates training records; prepares and submits special-purpose and mandated training reports.
• Coordinates travel cost reimbursement accounting; responds to user requests for special training.
• Maintains the absolute confidentiality of all records and information.
• Supports the departmental operations with regular and timely attendance.
• Supports the relationship between the City of Odessa and the general public by demonstrating courteous and cooperative behavior when interacting with visitors and City staff; maintains confidentiality of work-related issues and City information; performs other duties as required or assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

Education, Training and Experience Guidelines: High school diploma or GED required; AND one year of experience in computers and customer service. Work history involving training, public contact or educational activities preferred. Background investigation and polygraph is required.

Knowledge Of

• Texas Commission on Law Enforcement Officer Standards and Education (TCLEOSE) training programs and records management requirements.
• Principles of record keeping and confidential records management.

Skill In

• Operating a personal computer utilizing standard and specialized software.
• Communicating effectively verbally and in writing.

Physical demands and working environment

Ability to successfully complete the following application process: oral interview board, entry level test, TABE9 Reading Comprehension test, background investigation, polygraph, medical physical, drug screen, vision test and psychological examination.

License and certification requirements

A valid Texas State Driver's License is required.

Salary: $20.50 - $28.31 per hour

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