SUPERVISOR OF CORRECTIONAL OFFICER TRAINING

RI.gov; Cranston (RI); On-site; USD 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Training Supervisor to lead the recruitment and training of correctional officers. This role involves developing and administering comprehensive training programs, evaluating their effectiveness, and ensuring that all training materials are up-to-date and relevant. The ideal candidate will possess a strong background in correctional practices and training methodologies, along with excellent supervisory skills. Join a team committed to enhancing the capabilities of correctional personnel and fostering a safe environment within the institution. If you are passionate about training and development, this is the opportunity for you.

Qualifications

• Thorough knowledge of correctional practices and training methods.
• Experience in developing and supervising training programs.

Responsibilities

• Plan and administer training programs for correctional officers.
• Evaluate and adjust training programs to improve effectiveness.
• Develop specialized training courses on safety and security.

Skills

Adult correctional practices

Training methods

Curriculum development

Needs assessments

Supervision of training staff

Firearms training

Physical defense training

Education

Bachelor's in Education

Bachelor's in Human Development

Bachelor's in Criminal Justice

Job description

GENERAL STATEMENT OF DUTIES: To plan, develop, administer, and provide technical supervision for programs that recruit and train correctional officers, orient new employees, and conduct in-service training for correctional officers, along with related duties.

SUPERVISION RECEIVED: Works under the administrative supervision of a superior, with broad latitude for applying training methods and techniques; work is reviewed for results.

SUPERVISION EXERCISED: Plans, organizes, supervises, and reviews the work of personnel assisting in training programs.

• To plan, develop, administer, and supervise:
  • A program to recruit and train correctional officers;
  • An orientation program for new employees about the functions and structure of the correctional institution and officer duties;
  • An in-service training program to enhance correctional officers' effectiveness through specialized instruction.
• To evaluate training programs periodically and recommend adjustments to improve correctional and custodial activities.
• To train subordinates to improve their training techniques.
• To develop specialized training courses on topics such as inmate behavior, investigations, safety, emergency procedures, security, and use of firearms and defense techniques.
• To maintain records of correctional officers' work effectiveness and interpret these records to superiors.
• To develop training materials including syllabi, manuals, and visual aids, and prepare regulations governing correctional activities.
• To conduct training classes as needed.
• To stay informed of new developments in correctional training and plan retraining programs accordingly.
• To prepare reports and records related to training activities.
• To perform related duties as required.

KNOWLEDGES, SKILLS, AND CAPACITIES: Thorough knowledge of adult correctional and custodial practices, training methods, and ability to develop and supervise training programs, manuals, and instructional materials. Skills in conducting needs assessments, developing curricula, and supervising training staff. Capable of developing specialized training on firearms and physical defense, and interpreting training effectiveness.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE: Graduation from a recognized college with a major in Education, Human Development, or Criminal Justice, and experience in training correctional personnel, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS: Certification of physical fitness after a medical exam; reasonable accommodations considered for disabilities; medical exam post-offer per ADA rules. Preferred qualifications include a major in Education, Human Development, or Criminal Justice, graduation from a correctional training academy, and experience as a correctional officer trainer, including curriculum development and training program management.