Procedures Development Specialist II

Description

The Department of Criminal Justice Training (DOCJT) mission is to lead with integrity by illuminating a path of skills and knowledge that enhances law enforcement agencies and communities within the Commonwealth. DOCJT is located in Richmond Kentucky. The Department requires an energetic and dynamic individual who will work in a role that supports its team of professionals and client agencies. Professional qualities would include analytical ability, discretion, dependability, personal responsibility, and accountability.

The right candidate will have the chance to join an exciting group of professionals. This posting is for a Procedures Development Specialist II in the Commissioner’s Office within our Staff Services and Planning Section.

Responsibilities Include But Are Not Limited To The Following

• Develop, implement, interpret, and write policies and procedures relative to agency programs and identify major policy issues requiring resolution.
• Respond to complex inquiries that require in-depth research, including state and federal laws and regulations, of agency policy and procedures while identifying major policy issues requiring resolution.
• Conduct in-depth research of issues in response to inquiries and assists in preparing expert oral or written responses on policy, agency data, and other programs including systems as appropriate.
• Serve as liaison with management to facilitate the administration of agency programs, accreditation, policies, and procedures.
• Conduct studies, maintains technical and statistical reports, and evaluates statistical data to provide management and identify problem areas and recommend corrective actions for agency programs, policy, and procedures.
• Analyze state and federal programs for implications and develops agency-specific strategies based on this analysis.
• Other duties as assigned.
  
  

Preferred Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Strong aptitude in customer service and recordkeeping.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, to include excel and access beneficial.
• Analytical and report writing skills.
• Knowledge of accreditation and policy process.
• Ability to multitask and meet deadlines.
  
  

Additional / Supplemental Information:

• Maintain a valid driver’s license.
• Frequently communicate in person or by other means of technology.
• Spend a major portion of time using a computer.
• Work overtime or alternate work schedules
• Travel required (state vehicle provided).
  
  

DOCJT offers great EMPLOYEE benefits package, including:

• A 37.5 hour work week.
• Paid Time Off (Sick & Vacation) Paid Holidays.
• Overtime/Compensatory Time.
• First day coverage health insurance w/optional health reimbursement account.
• Free life insurance.
• Retirement (If not previously retired from the Kentucky Public Pension Authority).
• Wellness Incentives Program.
• Training/Career Development Opportunities.
• Optional Deferred Compensation program (401K).
• Lots of employee discounts on electronics, health and wellness, retail, travel, events, entertainment, services and education.
  
  

A background check is required. Final job offer is contingent upon successful completion of background investigation. .

Minimum Requirements

EDUCATION: Graduate of a college or university with a bachelor's degree.

EXPERIENCE, TRAINING, OR SKILLS: Three years of professional experience in public or business administration, political science, statistics, policy analysis, economics, or a related field.

Substitute EDUCATION for EXPERIENCE: NONE

Substitute EXPERIENCE for EDUCATION: Professional experience in public or business administration, political science, statistics, policy analysis, economics, or a related field will substitute for the required education on a year-for-year basis.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS (AGE, LICENSURE, REGULATION, ETC.): NONE

Working Conditions

Incumbents working in this job title primarily perform duties in an office setting.