Correctional Training Officer

About the role

The Correctional Training Officer role supports a vital aspect of the Indiana State Prison facility. This role oversees a team of training officers and reports directly to the Deputy Warden of Operations.

Responsibilities

• Assist with the planning, coordination, development, performance, and evaluation of the training programs for the Department.
• Coordinate, develop, and instruct training programs as needed at regional training locations and facilities throughout the State.
• Aid in evaluating proposed and existing staff training content and delivery strategies to ensure current policies, procedures, standards, and best practices are incorporated.
• Maintain the integrity of the PeopleSoft Training Module and Enterprise Learning Management system and provide functional and technical support as required.
• Develop department web-based training solutions for compliance training.
• Work with agency leadership to ensure training initiatives align with overall business goals.
• Collaborate with applicable licensing authorities, accreditation boards, etc. to ensure the assigned agency's training needs meet external standards.
• Conduct Orientation, In-Service, On the Job Training or Academy instruction for all staff.
• Test, measure, and evaluate trainee performance and make recommendations on retention or working status.
• Prepare and distribute surveys and questionnaires used as data references for Training Needs Assessment.
• Ensure that all training programs, procedures, methods, and standards are in compliance with ACA standards.
• Recruit, select, onboard, and train employees to ensure role responsibilities and expectations are clearly understood while providing opportunities for professional development.
• Set expectations, measure progress, provide ongoing feedback, and evaluate the performance of employees.
• Ensure work adheres to quality standards, deadlines, and proper procedures.

Requirements

To succeed in this role, individuals should possess the following qualifications:

• Expert knowledge of adult training and educational theories, methods, principles, practices, techniques, and assessment tools.
• Thorough knowledge of available national, state, local resources, including the American Correctional Association, National Institute of Corrections, Bureau of Justice Statistics – Department of Justice, Office of Juvenile Justice Delinquency Prevention, etc.
• Adept with a variety of multimedia training platforms and methods.
• Considerable knowledge of theories, principles, practices, laws, rules, and regulations in the field of Corrections.
• Ability to conduct research and stay updated on new developments in correctional training.
• Ability to build relationships, establish credibility, and influence leaders at all levels.
• Ability to make sound, well-informed, and objective decisions, and accurately evaluate the potential impact and implications of those decisions.
• Excellent communication skills – both oral and written.
• Ability to abide by the Departments Standards of Conduct.
• Ability to work within a culturally diverse environment.
• Ability to delegate work, set clear direction, and manage workflow.
• Ability to effectively give feedback, provide guidance or corrective action, coach, and develop employee skillsets.

Qualifications

While a degree is not required, individuals should have the ability to perform essential functions with or without reasonable accommodation.

Skills

Individuals in this role should possess the following skills:

• Expert knowledge of adult training and educational theories, methods, principles, practices, techniques, and assessment tools.
• Thorough knowledge of available national, state, local resources, including the American Correctional Association, National Institute of Corrections, Bureau of Justice Statistics – Department of Justice, Office of Juvenile Justice Delinquency Prevention, etc.
• Adept with a variety of multimedia training platforms and methods.
• Considerable knowledge of theories, principles, practices, laws, rules, and regulations in the field of Corrections.
• Ability to conduct research and stay updated on new developments in correctional training.
• Ability to build relationships, establish credibility, and influence leaders at all levels.
• Ability to make sound, well-informed, and objective decisions, and accurately evaluate the potential impact and implications of those decisions.
• Excellent communication skills – both oral and written.
• Ability to work within a culturally diverse environment.
• Ability to delegate work, set clear direction, and manage workflow.
• Ability to effectively give feedback, provide guidance or corrective action, coach, and develop employee skillsets.

Benefits

The State of Indiana offers a comprehensive benefit package for full-time employees which includes:

• Three (3) medical plan options (including RX coverage) as well as vision and dental plans.
• A Wellness Rewards Program: Complete wellness activities to earn gift card rewards.
• A Health Savings Account, which includes bi-weekly state contributions.
• A 457(b) account (similar to 401(k) plan) with employer match.
• Two (2) fully-funded pension plans options.
• A robust, comprehensive program of leave policies covering a variety of employee needs, including but not limited to: 150 hours of paid New Parent Leave and up to eight weeks of paid Childbirth Recovery Leave for eligible mothers.
• Up to 15 hours of paid community service leave.
• Covered by the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program.
• Free LinkedIn Learning access.

Pay

The salary for this position traditionally starts at $47,320.00 but may be commensurate with education and work experience. Use our Compensation Calculator to view the total compensation package.

Schedule

This role follows a Monday through Friday schedule with flexible scheduling options, weekends, and 14 state holidays off.