ADMINISTRATOR I Senior Instructor

Position Overview

The Department of Public Safety and Correctional Services (DPSCS) is seeking a Senior Instructor to lead the Leadership Development Institute at the Public Safety Education and Training Center in Sykesville, MD. This role requires a Bachelor's degree and five years of experience working for a public safety agency, with a minimum of two years as a First Line Supervisor or Administrator and two years of experience in developing and delivering COMAR-mandated training programs.

Position Duties

• Develop, revise, and implement lesson plans, training materials, practical scenarios, and assessments tailored to executive and supervisory leadership.

• Facilitate and deliver both in-person and hybrid training and workshops to ensure learning objectives are met and participant engagement.

• Manage training schedules and collaborate with external trainers or vendors to ensure resource efficiency and instructional quality.

• Maintain comprehensive and accurate records of training activities and participant progress.

• Ensure all programs and training initiatives meet COMAR standards and educational integrity.

• Provide technical assistance and instructional support across MPCTC units to foster a cohesive, state-wide approach to public safety training.

Minimum Qualifications

• A Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university.
• Five years minimum of experience working for a public safety agency.
• Two years of working experience as a First Line Supervisor or First Line Administrator within a public safety agency.
• Two years of experience in the development, coordination, and delivery of COMAR-mandated programs, specifically First Line Administrator, First Line Supervisor, Basic Instructor, or similar courses within a public safety environment.
• Possession of a current MPCTC Instructor Certification, or the ability to obtain certification within six months of hire.

Desired Or Preferred Qualifications

• Successful completion of a public safety First Line Supervisor, First Line Administrator and/or a leadership command program.
• Demonstrated success in planning, organizing, and implementing training initiatives for public safety agencies.
• Proficiency in the systematic revision and quality control of curricula to meet evolving professional standards.

Special Requirements

• Fluency in spoken and written English.
• Effective and respectful communication with diverse populations.
• Professional working fluency in Spanish, Mandarin, Korean, or any other language is a plus.

Selection Process

The selection process may consist of a rating of your education, training, and experience related to the requirements of the position. Successful candidates will be ranked as Best Qualified, Better Qualified, or Qualified and placed on the eligible (employment) list for at least one year.

Benefits

• Health insurance, dental, and vision plans offered at a low cost.
• Personal Leave - six (6) personnel days annually (prorated based on start date).
• Annual Leave - ten (10) days of accumulated annual leave per year.
• Sick Leave - fifteen (15) days of accumulated sick leave per year.
• Parental Leave - up to sixty (60) days of paid parental leave upon the birth or adoption of a child.
• Holidays - State employees also celebrate at least twelve (12) holidays per year.
• Pension - State employees earn credit towards a retirement pension.