What are the responsibilities and job description for the Training Specialist position at State of Nebraska?
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Hiring Agency:
Correctional Services - Agency 46Location:
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Job Description:
NDCS employs nearly 2,300 team members operating nine institutions statewide, which house approximately 5,200 inmates. The department's focus includes inmate programming and education, physical and behavioral health care, re-entry services, and community programs, and is accredited by the American Correctional Association (ACA). Information about the Department can be found at: www.corrections.nebraska.gov. For Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) accommodations, please contact Megan Jones at megan.jones@nebraska.gov.
DUTIES:
OCC is seeking an energetic, team oriented individual to train staff at OCC and at the Staff Training Academy (STA) in Lincoln. This position offers an opportunity to directly influence the smooth transition for new employees entering the correctional environment as well as assisting experienced employees with completing in-service training to enhance their job skills. The Training Specialist will be expected to develop, present, and evaluate training curriculum in accordance with training plans, policies, and objectives while working with OCC and STA. Recognize training needs for the employees and the department. Acquire and maintain required instructorships in firearms, self-defense, CPR/First-Aid, and chemical agents. Move and carry equipment and supplies.
Requirements / Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications: Two years’ experience and/or training in planning and presenting information and/or education to others through formal training, workshops, seminars, or other instructional venues including experience developing training programs or curriculum. Associate degree in education, human resources, organization communication, training and development or related field may be substituted for experience.
Preferred Qualifications: At least 3 years correctional experience; experience directing/leading staff in a correctional setting. Experience using Microsoft Office (Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint) and WebEx.
Other: Valid driver's license required. Must be able to legally possess a firearm and ammunition. Must be able to lift up to 30 lbs and work in a variety of environments. Transcripts required at time of appointment. Applicants accepting a job offer must pass the following pre-employment exams in this order: medical exam, and at a randomly announced time, pass a drug test. Once at the Staff Training Academy, must successfully complete the fully paid NE Corrections Training Program.
Benefits
We offer a comprehensive package of pay, benefits, paid time off, retirement and professional development opportunities to help you get the most out of your career and life. Your paycheck is just part of your total compensation.
Equal Opportunity Statement
The State of Nebraska values our teammates as well as a supportive environment that strives to promote diversity, inclusion, and belonging. We recruit, hire, train, and promote in all job classifications and at all levels without regard to race, color, religion, sex. age, national origin, disability, marital status or genetics.
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