Training Specialist (Corrections)

Osceola County Sheriff's Office - Sheriff Christopher A. Blackmon; Kissimmee (FL); On-site; USD 52,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, Dental, Vision Insurance

Employee Wellness Program

Gym Membership Reimbursement

Job summary

Osceola County Sheriff's Office in Kissimmee, FL seeks a training professional for the Corrections Department to research, develop, and deliver training programs for all staff levels. You will collaborate with supervision to identify needs and ensure FCAC accreditation readiness.

As FCIC Agency Coordinator, you will liaise with FDLE and CJIS, maintain compliance, and support records audits while safeguarding confidentiality.

Qualifications

• Education: High School Diploma or GED.
• Bachelor’s Degree in Criminal Justice, Public Administration, or closely related field preferred.
• Three (3) years’ experience as a Corrections professional.

Responsibilities

• Meet with management and supervisors to assess training needs and develop effective department training.
• Research, evaluate, and recommend training programs and resources.
• Facilitate training workshops to enhance staff development.
• Coordinate curriculum development including audio-visual, computer-assisted, and written materials.
• Assist with FCAC accreditation training and related procedures.
• Apply adult learning principles to curriculum content and materials.

Skills

Training program development

Adult learning principles

Communication with management

Research and evaluation

Curriculum design (PowerPoint, manuals

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Bachelor’s Degree in Criminal Justice/Public Administration or related field

Job description

• 20 pounds maximum lifting
• Veterans Day

General Description of Duties

• Position subject to close at any time**

NOTE TO INTERNAL APPLICANTS: INTERNAL CANDIDATES IN THE SAME CLASSIFICATION AND/OR PAYGRADE AS THE POSITION POSTED WILL NOT RECEIVE A PAY ADJUSTMENT IF SELECTED.

Under direction, the purpose of the position is to research, develop, implement, and facilitate appropriate and effective training for all levels of staff in the Corrections Department. This will include collaboration with supervisory and management staff in determining agency training needs. Work is performed with limited supervision. When assigned as FCIC Agency Coordinator (FAC): Ensures Osceola County’s compliance with Florida Department of Law Enforcement, Criminal Justice Information Services requirements, and any other relevant authority.

Essential Job Functions

• Meets and works with management and supervisors, both internal and external, to assess, identify and develop effective department training.
• Researches, evaluates, and recommends training programs and resources of public agencies, educational institutions, and private consultants.
• Facilitates training workshops to enhance the professional development of staff.
• Coordinates the research, development and implementation of curriculum including audio-visual, computer assisted and written training materials.
• Coordinate and assist with training required to achieve and maintain the Florida Corrections Accreditation Commission (FCAC) accreditation for the Community Corrections Division.
• Designs curriculum content based on adult learning principles to include research, development, implementation, design documents, PowerPoint presentations, instructor guides, participant guides, training procedure manuals and guides, assessments and certification questions, course description and supplemental materials (tests, handouts, check sheets, fact sheets) using standard development processes and templates.
• Assists in the development and revision of policies and procedures.
• Acquires and maintains knowledge of current instructional theories and principles applicable for the delivery of both online and instructor-led learning programs to adult audiences.
• Performs duties as assigned/necessary which are related or logical in assignment to the position.

FCIC Agency Coordinator (FAC) ASSIGMENT

• Acts as the Department’s primary FCIC Agency Coordinator (FAC).
• Acts as liaison and point of contact with the Florida Department of Law Enforcement (FDLE), Criminal Justice Information Services (CJIS), and related organizations.
• Ensures agency compliance with Florida Department of Law Enforcement (FDLE) and Criminal Justice Information Services (CJIS) requirements, policies, and procedures.
• Participates in records audits; provides related information, supporting documentation, statistics, and logs.
• Maintains confidentiality of information in the performance of duties.

Minimum Qualifications

Education: High School Diploma or GED.

A Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited institution in Criminal Justice, Social Science, Public Administration, or closely related field is preferred.

Experience: Three (3) years’ experience as a Corrections professional.

Licenses/Certifications

• Must possess and maintain Florida Department of Law Enforcement (FDLE) Instructor Certifications, Firearms, Defensive Tactics and CPR/First Aid Certification or obtain the certifications as determined by the Division Manager.
• Must possess and maintain a valid Florida Driver’s License.

Knowledge, Skills And Abilities

• Ability to learn a wide variety of criminal justice information systems; proficient in utilizing web-based applications to manage users.
• Ability to understand and follow written and oral instructions.
• Ability to deal with people in a variety of changing and complex situations; ability to deal tactfully and cordially with a variety of people from different backgrounds.
• Skill in preparing complex correspondence, summaries, and reports in a clear and concise manner; skill in business English, e.g., correspondence formats, spelling, punctuation, and grammar.
• Skill in reading, updating, and maintaining various records and files; skill in complex administrative support functions, e.g., records maintenance, data analysis, reports processing, documentation proofing.
• Knowledge of correctional facility operations, procedures, techniques, and equipment.
• Knowledge of pertinent federal, state, and local rules, regulations, ordinances, and other regulatory standards applicable to the position and its functions.
• Skill in professionally and effectively communicating verbally, in writing, and in presentations.
• Skill in reading, analyzing, and interpreting professional periodicals and journals, technical procedures, memos, manuals, policies, procedures, and legal documentation.
• Ability to work independently in an office and correctional environment; ability to prioritize work, organize and make sound judgments.
• Skill in analyzing and developing effective solutions.
• Skill in establishing and maintaining effective working relationships and communications with inmates, social service agencies, department management/staff, members of the judiciary, and the general public.
• Ability to operate basic office and communications equipment, e.g., radio, computer terminals, printers, copy machines, telephone systems, facsimile machines.

Physical Demand Requirements

• Physical Demand: Light
• 20 pounds maximum lifting
• Rare lifting, carrying up to 10 pounds.
• If less lifting is involved will require significant walking/standing.
• If mostly sitting is involved will require push/pull on arm or leg controls.
• Expressing or exchanging ideas by spoken word or perceiving sound by ear.
• Good eyesight for production or safety of self and others.
• Physical agility is required in kneeling, bending, stooping, and reaching.
• Required to have clear vision at distances of 20 inches or less.

Employee Benefits

Welcome to a workplace that values you. Osceola County offers a comprehensive benefits package to fit your needs and the needs of your family.

Join us in making a difference in our community, knowing we’re here to support you every step of the way.

Group Health, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance

Medical and Dental Insurance at no cost to the employee. In addition, the County contributes 83.5% to the dependent(s) premium coverage.

Deductions Per Paycheck - HRA Base Plan

Coverage

• $0.00
• $130.46
• $202.93
• $37.60
• $174.33
• $271.19
• $0.00
• $12.72
• $23.42
• $3.35
• $19.24
• $32.63
• $3.42
• $6.84
• $9.15
• $0.00
• N/A
• N/A
• $0.00
• N/A
• N/A

Short-Term and Long-Term Disability

At no cost to the employee. The County offers Short-Term and Long-Term Disability at 60% of the employee’s weekly base salary. The employee has the option to purchase an additional 10% coverage.

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

EAP provides confidential counseling and referral services to employees and their family members at no cost.

Employee Wellness Program

Employee Wellness Program promotes a variety of activities to encourage total well-being including physical, emotional, and financial health. Rewards can be earned.

Gym Membership Reimbursement

Gym Membership Reimbursement, up to $20.00 per month.

Basic Life Insurance Policy

At no cost to the employee, equal to one time the employee’s annual salary, rounded to the next thousand dollars. Employees can opt to buy additional Life Insurance.

Employee Health Center

The County provides a private health center for County Employees and eligible dependents. The Employee Health Center offers an array of primary care services, including sick visits, enhanced by x-ray services, pulmonary tests, lab work, and a dispensary offering over 200 generic medications onsite. Services at the Health Center are offered at no cost to the employees and their eligible dependents.

Employees who are enrolled on the County’s Medical plan have access to the Employee Health Center on day one of employment. The Health Center is available to patients 8 years of age and older.

Vacation & Sick Leave Accruals

Service Time

1 month - 5 years

8 hours

5 years and 1 month - 10 years

10 hours

10 years and 1 month - 15 years

12 hours

15 years and 1 month - 20 years

13.34 hours

20 years and over

16.66 hours

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