Training Specialist (Corrections)

About the Role

Under direction, this position researches, develops, implements, and facilitates appropriate and effective training for all levels of staff in the Corrections Department. The role involves collaboration with supervisory and management staff to determine agency training needs and ensure compliance with relevant authorities, including the Florida Department of Law Enforcement (FDLE) and Criminal Justice Information Services (CJIS). Work is performed with limited supervision.

Responsibilities

• 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 from 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.
• Assists 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, including research, development, implementation, design documents, PowerPoint presentations, instructor guides, participant guides, training procedure manuals, assessments, certification questions, course descriptions, and supplemental materials (tests, handouts, check sheets, fact sheets).
• Assists in the development and revision of policies and procedures.
• Acquires and maintains knowledge of current instructional theories and principles applicable for delivering both online and instructor-led learning programs to adult audiences.
• Performs related duties as assigned.

FCIC Agency Coordinator (FAC) Assignment

• Acts as the Department’s primary FCIC Agency Coordinator (FAC).
• Serves 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 FDLE and 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.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED. A Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited institution in Criminal Justice, Social Science, Public Administration, or a closely related field is preferred.
• Three (3) years’ experience as a Corrections professional.
• 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.

Skills

• 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, 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 Demands

• Light physical demand: maximum lifting of 20 pounds, with rare lifting or carrying up to 10 pounds.
• If less lifting is involved, significant walking or standing may be required.
• If mostly sitting is involved, push/pull on arm or leg controls may be required.
• Ability to express or exchange ideas by spoken word or perceive sound by ear.
• Good eyesight for production or safety of self and others.
• Physical agility required in kneeling, bending, stooping, and reaching.
• Required to have clear vision at distances of 20 inches or less.