What are the responsibilities and job description for the Program Specialist 2 - Regional Academies (with in-training plan option) position at State of Washington Criminal Justice Training...?
Description
Instruction & Classroom Support Technician 1, Program Specialist 1, or Administrative Assistant 3.
The Opportunity:
The Washington State Criminal Justice Training Commission (WSCJTC) is seeking to fill a Program Specialist 2 position. This position will provide program support for the Basic Law Enforcement Academy and Basic Corrections Officer Academy classes at our various Regional Academies located in Arlington, Pasco, Spokane and Vancouver. If you have the required experience listed below, along with the ability to take initiative, and work well as a teammate, we encourage you to apply.
The WSCJTC is hiring for one (1) Program Specialist 2 position (with in-training plan option). The selected candidate may be based at any of our Regional Academies located in Arlington, Burien, Pasco, Spokane, or Vancouver.
The WSCJTC offers outstanding medical and dental benefits, choice of state retirement programs including a defined benefit pension plan, and advancement opportunities.
At the WSCJTC, we value the importance of creating an environment in which all employees feel respected, included, and empowered to bring unique ideas to the agency. Our diversity and inclusion efforts include embracing different cultures, backgrounds, and perspectives while fostering growth and advancement in the workplace.
Duties
Duties assigned to this position include (but are not limited to):
- Serve as a resource to regional staff with occasional travel to support regional campus operations in Arlington, Pasco, Spokane, and Vancouver.
- Coordinate with contract instructors to ensure all training schedules, staffing, materials, and equipment are available and ready for training use.
- Oversee equipment used for instruction to ensure it is properly cleaned, stored and replaced as needed.
- Participates in course briefings and debriefings and conducts them in the absence of the primary trainer.
- Provides and/or assists with instruction and delivers written and practical exercises.
- Tutors and counsel academy students.
- Coordinates and trains mock scenario actors. Also serves as an actor as needed.
- Prepares scenario testing equipment and supplies and sets up staging areas.
- Set and establish the VirTra online platform and ensure all simulation weapons and projectors are functioning and ready for use.
- Brief and debrief with students regarding the scenarios and their responses during virtual training.
- Create and maintain instructor files and contact information.
- Schedules instructors, modifies schedules as needed and documents instructor hours for reimbursement
- Coordinates food and lodging vendors for recruits.
- Coordinates graduation preparation with TAC Officers and vendors.
- Receive and process recruit injury/illness forms as well as procurement requests.
Qualifications
Required Qualifications/Experience:
- High school graduate or GED equivalent.
- Three (3) years of progressively responsible experience in administrative, purchasing and logistics, training, or criminal justice focused work -OR- formal education may substitute year-for-year for required experience.
- Knowledge of and experience with the Washington State Criminal Justice Training Commission Basic Training Division policies, procedures, processes, and culture.
- Ability to work in a busy environment, with constant interruptions and distractions.
- Ability to prioritize competing deadlines, adapt to changing priorities and meet set deadlines.
- Ability to communicate in a professional manner, both orally and in writing.
- Ability to effectively establish and maintain working relationships with stakeholders, agency and division leaders, and co-workers by demonstrating positive interpersonal and customer service skills.
- Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions.
- Excellent knowledge with all Microsoft programs but not limited to: Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
- Strong organizational skills, with strong attention to detail.
- Ability to maintain confidentiality of restricted or private information and records and effectively handle sensitive matters.
Preferred/Desired Qualifications:
- Understanding of adult teaching methods.
- Experience with database systems.
- Work experience in the law enforcement and/or corrections field.
- Comfortable working with minimal instruction or supervision.
Conditions of Employment:
- Ability to gain WSCJTC Instructor Certification for this position within one (1) month of hire.
Supplemental Information
How to Apply:
Applications for this recruitment will be accepted electronically through NeoGov. Simply click the green "Apply" button in the upper right-hand corner to get started. Please attach the following to your online application:
- A chronological Resume outlining your experience to date.
- A Letter of Interest detailing your qualifications, and why you believe you are the best person for this role, and
- A minimum of three (3) professional references who can attest to your work performance, technical skills, knowledge base, and job-related competencies.
We are looking for evidence in your application materials that you have the experience, skills, and abilities indicated in this job posting. Qualified applicants whose responses most closely match the requirements of this position may be invited to an interview. Carefully review your application before submitting. All information may be verified, and documentation may be required.
The initial screening will be solely based on the contents and completeness of the application materials submitted.
Applications from this posting may be used for up to 60 days to fill additional vacancies.
Veteran's Preference
Applicants who meet the required qualifications for the position and wish to claim Veteran's Preference MUST attach a copy of their DD214, or other verification of military service. Please blackout any personally identifiable data such as social security numbers. For additional information on Veteran's Preference and guidance on how to determine if you are eligible, click here.
We thank you and are grateful for your service!
Contact Us:
If you have questions, contact Human Resources at cjtchumanresources@cjtc.wa.gov.
WSCJTC is an equal opportunity employer. Women, racial and ethnic minorities, persons of disability, persons over 40 years of age, disabled and Vietnam era veterans, and people of all sexual orientations and gender identities are encouraged to apply. Persons with disabilities needing assistance in the application process, or those needing this job announcement in an alternative format may contact the listed recruiter. WSCJTC does not use the E-Verify system. For more information, please visit https://www.uscis.gov/.
