Academic Advisor (Non-Merit) - Police Department

This job announcement may close at any time with little or no notice. Applicants are advised to apply promptly.

Regular Schedule: 34 hours per week

A Non-Merit vacancy exists in the Police Department, Professional Standards Bureau/Training Section. 

Non-Merit positions are not classified within the Baltimore County Government Classification and Compensation Plan.
 
A list of eligible applicants will be established based on the examination as outlined below.

Current and future vacancies occurring in this class may be filled from the list of eligible applicants.

All interested candidates must apply at this time. 

List all promotions and changes in job duties due to reclassification as separate work experience on your application. Applicants must include the dates of the promotions and reclassifications.

Note:  Failure to complete all fields of the "Work Experience" section of the application will result in your application not being considered. A resume will not be considered in determining your qualifications for a position. Applicants selected for an interview may provide a resume at that time.

You MUST attach your transcript(s)/degree(s) and/or license(s)/certification(s) to your application. Unofficial copies are acceptable.

Failure to submit proof of Education, License(s), and/or Certification(s) will result in your application not being considered. Proof of education, license(s), and/or certification(s) must be submitted with each application.

Assists the Training Commander (Captain) by collaborating with and facilitating the efforts of Academy instructors to design, develop, and deliver training programs for the Baltimore County Police Department’s Training Academy. The training programs are inclusive of Entrance Level, Continuing Education, Professional Development, and Firearms instruction delivered to students who include non-sworn recruits, sworn officers, professional staff, and civilians.

• Facilitates the design, development, and delivery of curricula for all training programs. 
• Advances learning efficacy through incorporation of best practices derived from evidence-based pedagogy.
• Evaluates standardized assessments to ensure curricula is aligned with the Maryland Police and Corrections Training Commissions objectives.
• Provides data that will inform instruction and ensure what is learned is applied appropriately.
• Coordinates and conducts systematic and routine assessments of instructors, lesson plans, and instructional material to measure, and plan for continuous improvement.
• Designs and administers a comprehensive professional development plan for all instructors.
• Builds and promotes a culture of sharing effective practices among instructional staff.
• Facilitates cross-class observations, co-planning sessions, and ad-hoc meetings as necessary.
• Serves as a consultant to instructors in matters of classroom management, teaching methods, and general Academy procedures.
• Advises the Training Commander and Unit Commanders on coordinated delivery of all training programs on an annual basis.
• Manages partnerships with local colleges and universities, as well as internal and external subject matter experts and vendors, to deliver training.
• Assists with the review, selection, and purchase of training materials.
• Consults with training section leadership to improve assessment and selection of prospective permanent, ad-hoc, and guest instructors.
• Seeks out and researches new educational technologies, equipment, facilities, resources, and techniques. 
• Provides recommendations on utilities within Academy programs.

Examples of Other Duties

• Performs other related duties as required.

(NOTE: The duties and responsibilities listed above are for the purpose of determining a common set of minimum qualifications for all positions in this class. They may not include all of the essential job functions of each position in the class. Each position may not be required to perform all of the essential job functions listed.)Graduation from an accredited college or university with a master's degree in criminology, criminal justice, education, public administration, or a related field. (Additional experience teaching in an institution of higher learning, or teaching experience in a police and/or military setting may be substituted on a year-for-year basis up to a maximum of two years for the required education.)

Plus

Five years of continued academic teaching experience in an institution of higher learning with a preference for experience in police and/or military instructional settings.
 

Preferred certification
Teaching certification from the Maryland Police and Correctional Training Commission.
 

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (Entry Level)

• Thorough knowledge of training theories and practices.
• Thorough knowledge of evidence-based teaching and assessment methods.
• Knowledge of organizational planning methods and policy development.
• Knowledge of industry standard Learning Management Systems.
• Knowledge of Local, State and Federal Training objectives, rules, regulations and curriculum requirements.
• Knowledge of micro and macro issues affecting a police training academy.
• Skill in planning, development, and execution of academic programs.
• Skill in communicating and instructing effectively and efficiently with varied audiences.
• Ability to implement and administer higher learning education programs.
• Ability to be resourceful and innovative in the development of classroom pedagogy.
• Ability to communicate in a mentoring role.
• Ability to develop curricula and academic programming.

 
Proof of License(s), Certification(s) and Education
Applicants are required to submit proof of license(s), certification(s) and education beyond high school to meet the required and preferred qualifications of the position. Diplomas or transcripts must show the applicant's major field of study. Copies and unofficial transcripts are acceptable.

Failure to submit proof of License(s), Certification(s) and Education will result in your application not being considered. Proof of license(s), certification(s), and/or education must be submitted with each application.

Proof of Degree Equivalency
Applicants who have obtained a degree from outside the United States of America are required to submit degree equivalence documentation from World Education Services, Inc. (www.WES.org).

Mail or deliver documents to:
ATTN: Academic Advisor (Non-Merit) - Police Department
Office of Human Resources
Baltimore County Government
308 Allegheny Ave.
Towson, MD 21204

You MUST attach your transcript(s) or license(s) to your application. Unofficial copies are acceptable.

EXAMINATION PROCEDURE
Applicants will be qualified based on an evaluation of their training and experience, as stated on their application, which includes answers to the supplemental questions. Applicants must state the dates and duties of past and present experience clearly and completely for evaluation purposes.

Physical and Environmental Conditions
The work of this classification is essentially sedentary. Some positions may involve occasional travel between work sites.

Medical Examination and Employment Background Investigation
Applicants selected for employment with Baltimore County must successfully complete a physical examination, drug screening and employment investigation, including, but not limited to criminal background, education certification and fingerprinting checks.

Salary : $57 - $78