Job description

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Adult Probation Officer Trainer (Trng & Dev Spec IV)

Apply now to join a fast-paced dynamic training team that works collaboratively with adult probation departments statewide to provide high quality, change-focused training. This training position provides critical skills and leadership training (online and in-person) to Adult Probation Officers who provide court-ordered supervision to clients. We train adult probation officers to helping clients make positive changes in their lives while holding them accountable to their court-ordered conditions of probation. This trainer position also facilitates technical and certification trainings for residential staff and support staff of adult probation departments.

Join the wave of positive change in your community! Apply today!

AGENCY: Texas Department of Criminal Justice

POSTED: 03-22-2023

CLOSES: 03-31-2023

JOB POSTING NO: 037066TD

PAYROLL TITLE: TRNG & DEV SPEC IV

EXTENDED TITLE: Training and Staff Development

SALARY: GR. B19 - ($3677.18 / Monthly)

VACANCY LOCATION: Statewide, TX (Main Headquarters in Austin, TX. Opportunities to work from remote locations possible.)

UNIT/DEPT: Training and Leader Development Division

PAYROLL JOB#: 021514

I. JOB SUMMARY

This position is responsible for conducting in-person and online trainings for adult probation departments in Texas, including Community Supervision Officer Certification Training, Residential Staff Certification Training, and other trainings designed to help adult probation officers be the very best agents of change for the clients they work with. This position performs highly complex training and development work. Work involves coordinating, developing, evaluating, and conducting training sessions using a variety of training methods. Works under limited supervision with moderate latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment.

II. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

A. Facilitates both in-personAND online performance oriented team training for adult probation departments and their employees in Texas; assists in planning and developing specialized training, staff development, leadership skills, and continuing education programs; evaluates and analyzes training needs; and plans, designs, and develops methods for the assessment and evaluation of training effectiveness.

B. Researches, develops, reviews, and evaluates training programs and materials; participates in solving training problems and ensuring the effective utilization of modern training methods and techniques; formulates training program policies and procedures and recommends modifications as appropriate.

C. Formulates learning objectives; develops and prepares curricula and course outlines; and selects and develops instructional methods, training aids, manuals, and other materials.

D. Maintains training activity records; compiles data and prepares reports; and assists in the preparation of program budget requests.

E. Provides technical assistance and training in the program area.

* Performs a variety of marginal duties not listed, to be determined and assigned as needed.

III. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

A. Education, Experience, and Training

1. Bachelor's degree from a college or university accredited by an organization recognized by the Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA) or by the United States Department of Education (USDE). Major course work in Business Administration, Criminal Justice, Education, Human Resources, Behavioral Science, or a related field preferred. Each year of experience as described below in excess of the required four years may be substituted for thirty semester hours from an accredited college or university on a year-for-year basis.

2. Four years full-time, wage-earning probation officer, parole officer, teaching, training, staff development, OR technical program support experience.

3. Experience in developing or conducting training preferred.

4. Computer operations experience preferred.

5. Experience in the use of Microsoft Office Professional or equivalent to include desktop publishing, word processing, spreadsheet, database, or presentation software programs preferred.

B. Knowledge and Skills

1. Knowledge of training procedures and techniques.

2. Knowledge of adult education principles, practices, and techniques that contribute to high energy in-person and online training.

3. Knowledge of group process and group dynamics.

4. Ability to facilitate engaging, performance-oriented training using online platforms such as Zoom and Microsoft Teams.

5. Knowledge of agency and departmental organizational structure, policies, procedures, rules, and regulations preferred.

6. Skill to communicate ideas and instructions clearly and concisely.

7. Skill to coordinate with other staff, departments, officials, agencies, organizations, and the public.

8. Skill to interpret and apply rules, regulations, policies, and procedures.

9. Skill to assess training needs and formulate learning objectives.

10. Skill to develop and evaluate training curricula, objectives, requirements, and effectiveness of delivery.

11. Skill to plan, coordinate, and conduct training programs.

12. Skill in public address.

13. Skill to prepare and maintain accurate records, files, and reports.

14. Skill in the use of Microsoft Office Suite or equivalent to include word processing, spreadsheet, database, and presentation software programs.

15. Skill to train others.

16. Comfortable in a fast-paced, dynamic work environment.

17. Knowledge of instructional design and curriculum development.

18. Ability to implement creative problem-solving techniques.

19. Knowledge of cognitive behavioral skills used by probation officers, counselors, and social workers to facilitate positive change in clients.

IV. ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS WITH OR WITHOUT REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION

A. Ability to walk, stand, sit, kneel, push, stoop, reach above the shoulder, grasp, pull, bend repeatedly, climb stairs, identify colors, hear with aid, see, write, count, read, speak, analyze, alphabetize, lift and carry 15-44 lbs., perceive depth, operate a motor vehicle, and operate motor equipment.

B. Conditions include working inside, working around machines with moving parts and moving objects, radiant and electrical energy, working closely with others, working alone, working protracted or irregular hours, and traveling by car, van, bus, and airplane.

C. Equipment (machines, tools, devices) used in performing only the essential functions include computer and related equipment, calculator, copier, fax machine, telephone, educational aids, audio visual equipment, dolly, and automobile

*Longevity Pay
*Regular Service Retirement
*Telephonic Interviews Will Not Be Accepted
*Work Site Visits Will Not Be Conducted
*No Study Material
*Moderate to Extensive Overnight Travel Required

**The salary for an ERS Retiree (or non-contributing member) will
be $3,587.50.**

The following Military Occupational Specialty codes are generally
applicable to this position. Applicants must fully complete the
summary of experience to determine if minimum qualifications are met.
47, PS, 121X, 123X, YN, IS, HRM13, 09, 0577, 0277, 6177, 7277, 7377, 2077,
7577, 80077, 8802, 8800, 352X1, 8B100, 8B200, 8T000, 81CO, 81TO, 83R0

*Outside applicants will be required to submit to pre-employment drug testing as a condition of employment.*

Applicants must submit the State of Texas Application For Employmentand the applicable supplement for outside applicants (PERS 282)or current TDCJ employees (PERS 598)to the contact person listed on the job posting. Applications can be submitted through the TDCJwebsite, the Work In Texaswebsite, fax, mail, email, or hand delivered. If submitted through Work in Texas, the supplement must also be submitted to the contact person. Faxed applications must be complete and legible in order to be considered and must not have been sent from a fax machine located at a TDCJ unit or department. Questions regarding the position or application process can be directed to the contact person's email address.

Laura Isaias
Training and Leader Development
2 Financial Plaza, STE 101
Huntsville, TX 77342
PH (936-437-3216)

FAX (936-437-3214)
EMAIL (laura.isaias@tdcj.texas.gov)

Applications must be received by the contact person by 5:00PM on 03-31-2023. Job Descriptions are available in PDF format which maybe read with the free Adobe Reader.

*Equal Opportunity Employer*

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $3,677.18 per month

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Employee discount
• Flexible schedule
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift

Work Location: One location

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