TJJD - Training Specialist V - County Field Services, Secure Custody & Motivational Interviewing - (AUS) - 49146

HOW TO APPLY

Complete a State of Texas Application for Employment and the following additional forms (available at https://www.tjjd.texas.gov/careers/)

Failure to complete and submit the above forms will cause delays in your consideration for this position.

Apply Online at https://capps.taleo.net/careersection/644/jobdetail.ftl?job=00049146&tz=GMT-05:00 and attach to the application the above additional forms along with copies of high school/college diploma(s), copy of official college transcripts, any licenses/certifications, and, if a military veteran, any Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty (DD Form 214).

Apply through Work-In-Texas at https://www.workintexas.com/vosnet/loginintro.aspx. You will also need to complete and attach to the application the supplemental questions/forms indicated above along with a copies of high school/college diploma(s), copy of official college transcripts, any licenses/certifications, and, if a military veteran, any Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty (DD Form 214). The additional forms are available at: https://www.tjjd.texas.gov/careers and can be submitted via email to: HRJobs@TJJD.Texas.gov.

PLEASE NOTE

Your job application must be completely filled out and include all employment, do not limit employment to the past 10-15 years. Your application must contain complete job histories, which include job titles, name of employer, dates of employment (month & year), supervisor’s name and phone number, and a description of duties performed, and whether it was full-time or part-time and hours per week. If any of this information is not provided, your application may be rejected as incomplete. Resumes do not take the place of this required information.

Applicants must be able to pass a Criminal Background Check and any other requirements listed under Minimum Qualifications.

BENEFITS

State of Texas Benefits and Retirement Information can be found at https://www.ers.texas.gov. Benefits include: Retirement plan, paid group health & life insurance for employee, paid holidays, paid vacation leave, paid sick leave, longevity pay, educational assistance program, employee assistance program. Optional add-on benefits include: Dental, Vision, Optional Life Insurance, Voluntary AD&D Insurance, Dependent Health & Life insurance, Health & Dependent care flexible spending accounts, etc. Additionally, certain designated positions are eligible for hazardous duty pay, career ladder advancements, and free meals while on duty.

GENERAL DESCRIPTION

Performs advanced (senior-level) training work which involves coordinating, developing, delivering, and evaluating various professional development training programs for juvenile justice staff which includes leadership and administrators. For juvenile justice direct care professionals working in state-operated correctional facilities, this includes community-based work environments or local juvenile probation departments. The programs emphasize training associated with the mandatory topics for certification of county staff; training of supervisory, management, and leadership skills; and standards relating to the effectiveness of probation services. The programs emphasize assisting local authorities in improving the operation of probation, parole, and supervision services by providing job specific training, to include primarily Motivational Interviewing to include two-day and booster training events as well as coding for juvenile probation, supervision officers and parole agency staff. Designs, develops, and delivers training in a classroom or virtual delivery environment. Uses a variety of instructional techniques and formats in the creation of training materials (for example, role playing, simulations, team exercises, group discussions, videos, and lectures). Collaborates with the subject matter experts (e.g., rehabilitation program specialists and supervisors, chief juvenile probation officers and curriculum developers to develop and deliver training services, assess training needs, and recommend appropriate modifications.

Works under limited supervision, with considerable latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment. May be required to work in excess of 40 hours per workweek. Extensive statewide travel is required (75% of the time), including instances of overnight trips.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES

Formulates and develops plans, procedures, and programs regarding the delivery of specific training needs. Facilitates workloads and schedules to meet established due dates and deadlines. Coordinates and delivers training to county-based probation department staff.

Collaborates with community-based agency leadership at county probation departments, agency secure facilities, halfway houses and parole offices to formulate and develop plans, procedures, and programs regarding the delivery of Motivational Interviewing training. Coordinates and delivers professional development training to county probation departments, agency secure facilities, halfway house and parole staff.

Responds to, and when appropriate, identifies correct resources to respond to inquiries related to Texas Administrative Code training standards. Responds to agency staff training related inquiries.

Compiles data and prepares reports regarding training delivery in compliance for annual reporting and transfer of learning. Coordinates and completes invoicing county departments for Motivational Interviewing training provided.

Attain competency and proficiency in the maintenance of Juvenile Justice Training Academy (JJTA) legacy data platforms to include but not limited to Training Registration Management System (TRMS), Regional Training Portal and Training Tracking System (TTS).

Collaborates with JJTA management and staff in meeting established objectives and goals and promoting the use of training services, methods, and techniques. Promotes a positive working environment, shares information, identifies concerns and trends, and recommends improvements to resolve problems or enhance operations.

Reports any presence or perception of racial, ethnic, and gender disparities.

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

Performs all duties in compliance with agency safety policies and procedures:

• Reports safety hazards and corrects hazards when possible.
• Completes required documentation in the event of an accident/injury within requested time frames.

Attends work on a regular and predictable schedule in accordance with agency attendance and leave policies.

Monitors outcomes for racial, ethnic, and gender disparities and takes action to address identified disparities.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Bachelor’s degree with major course work in criminal justice, education, behavioral science, public administration, business administration, or a related field. Five (5) years of full-time, wage-earning experience in curriculum development, training, technical writing, on the job training, or program administration.

OR

High School Diploma or equivalent. Seven (7) years of full-time wage-earning experience in curriculum development, training, technical writing, on the job training, or program administration.

Required:

• Extensive knowledge of Motivational Interviewing to include but not limited to providing end user training and coding of Motivational Interviewing sessions.

Preferred:

• Experience in training in residential correctional field or probation field.
• Experience with and knowledge of the Texas Administrative Code as these relate to Juvenile Probation Officers and Juvenile Supervision Officers.

Requirements for Continued Employment:

• Failure to maintain required licenses/certifications will result in termination of employment.

Experience and Education Substitutions:

• One year of appropriate experience may substitute for one year of college (30 course hours) on a year for year basis.
• Completed course hours of undergraduate study may substitute for up to four years of experience on a basis of 30 course hours for one year of experience.
• Completed course hours of graduate study may substitute for up to two years of experience on a basis of 12 graduate course hours for one year of experience.
• Pro-rated part-time experience may satisfy the experience requirement.

Note: Any degree(s), semester hours, diploma(s), or high school equivalent required to meet minimum qualifications must be from an accredited educational institution.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

Knowledge of:

• TJJD direct-care training requirements or juvenile probation officer certification requirements.
• Motivational Interviewing curriculum, practices and strategies.
• Laws governing training requirements, professional accreditation, copyright, and failure to train.
• Adult education and training procedures, principals, practices, and techniques.
• Learning management and learning content management systems.
• Group processes, group dynamics, and interpersonal relations.
• Instructional design and curriculum development.

Skill in:

• Instructing others and facilitating workshops.
• Operating computers and using applicable computer software, and using recording devices and various available presentation technologies.
• Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions, or approaches to problems.

Ability to:

• Assess training needs and the effectiveness of training.
• Prioritize and manage multiple tasks with varying deadlines and complete work within required timeframes.
• Work collaboratively with all stakeholders and maintain a professional, courteous demeanor.
• Process information logically, make decisions, and demonstrate the soundness of those decisions.

• Work in excess of 40 hours per work week.
• Ability to travel extensively statewide (75% of the time), including frequent instances of overnight trips.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORKING CONDITIONS

The following physical demands and working conditions are representative of those encountered when performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations will be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Analyzing

Alphabetizing

Ability to communicate effectively, orally and in writing

Ability to see

Ability to hear (with or without aid)

Ability to perform tactile discernment

Identify colors

Depth perception

Operate motor equipment

Lifting, up to 25 lbs.

Carrying, up to 25 lbs.

Pulling

Pushing

Walking

Standing

Sitting

Prolonged sitting

Repeated bending

Reaching above shoulder

Manual/finger dexterity

Dual simultaneous grasping

Crawling

Twisting

Kneeling

Stooping

Climbing stairs