Training Development Jobs in Delaware (NOW HIRING)

Summary Statement

A class incumbent provides critical training services to support the mission of the Department of Correction (DOC) by developing, delivering and evaluating all curriculums delivered by the Training Academy. A class incumbent ensures the quality, consistency, integration and compliance of training, including evidence-based programs, with all regulatory, certification and accreditation standards.\r\n

Essential Functions

Essential functions are fundamental, core functions common to all positions in the class series and are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all job duties for any one position in the class.Since class specifications are descriptive and not restrictive, incumbents can complete job duties of similar kind not specifically listed here.\r\n\r\n Develop, implement and evaluate DOC training, development, informational, and/or educational programs, courses, curricula, training resources, lesson plans, materials, and visual aids. \r\n \r\n Directly present Training Academy courses such as CEIT and BOTC including inmate supervision, control tactics, report writing, case processing, and relevant laws, rules and regulations such as those pertaining to search and seizure. \r\n \r\n Train, supervise and act as role-model on maintaining discipline and security within Correctional Institutions, Probation and Parole District Offices and the community. \r\n \r\n Develop specific skill sets in staff, preparing them to work effectively with inmates while enforcing all rules, regulations and procedures affecting inmate discipline, security and safety with emphasis on security, safety and rehabilitation.\r\n \r\n Evaluate performance of Cadets during training; provide counseling, provide feedback, and make recommendations based on the performance of Cadets and staff.\r\n \r\n Present classroom training including using formal classroom instruction, exercises, handouts, materials, visual aids, etc. for group or one-on-one instruction. \r\n \r\n Research, evaluate, and select materials, handouts, visual aids, exercises, etc. that will best promote learning including implementing evidence-based practices into curriculum.\r\n \r\n Evaluate course effectiveness and participate on committees that provide reviews and recommendations for policy updates; review the Academy's Standard Operating Procedures and make recommendations for updates as necessary.\r\n \r\n May conduct staff personal and property searches on a daily basis to ensure safety and security of the Administration Building; train and demonstrate proper evidence handling to staff in performance of their regular duties. \r\n \r\n May have responsibility for budget, grant, and/or contract administration. \r\n\r\n

Job Requirements

JOB REQUIREMENTS for Correctional Training Instructor\r\nApplicants must have education, training and/or experience demonstrating competence in each of the following areas:\r\n\r\n At least 19 and years of age. \r\n Possession of a high school diploma or equivalent. \r\n Three years' experience inworking with offenders in a correctional facility and/or a community supervision unit with responsibility for security, custody, and rehabilitation of inmates. \r\n Two years' experience inpresenting training or education courses using a variety of training methods such as lecture, e-training, structured exercises, role play or group discussion as well as the use of training materials such as overheads, PowerPoint, handouts or videos. \r\n Two years' experience in preparing and developing training or education courses which includes designing learning objectives, curricula and materials. \r\n Possession of a valid Driver's License (not suspended, revoked or cancelled, or disqualified from driving). \r\n\r\n

Additional Posting Information

Applicants may only apply if they are current permanent employees of the State of Delaware Dept. of Correction in a position covered by the Merit System who have completed their initial probationary period.\r\n\r\n\r\nApplicants selected for interview will also be required to conduct a timed presentation.\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\nEmployees in a Correctional Officer series position will be eligible to retire under the provisions of HB363 if, at the time of retirement, they have completed twenty-five (25) years of pension creditable State services and with at least twenty (20) of those years of pension creditable service as a CO series classified position.\r\n

Conditions of Hire

Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States. The State of Delaware Executive Branch participates in the Federal E-Verify system where the State will provide the federal government with each new hires Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S. For more information refer to our job seeker resources.\r\n\r\n\r\nThis position is a classification organized under an exclusive bargaining representative (labor organization) that has been elected by employees as their representative for collective bargaining and other applicable terms and conditions of employment, in accordance with Title 29, Chapter 59 and Title 19, Chapter 13 and 16. This position is covered by a collective bargaining agreement based on its individual terms.\r\n

Benefits

To learn more about the comprehensive benefit package please visit our website at https://dhr.delaware.gov/benefits/\r\n

Selection Process

The application and supplemental questionnaire are evaluated based upon a rating of your education, training and experience as they relate to the job requirements of the position. It is essential that you provide complete and accurate information on your application and the supplemental questionnaire to include dates of employment, job title and job duties. For education and training, list name of educational provider, training course titles and summary of course content. Narrative information supplied in response to the questions must be supported by the information supplied on the application including your employment, education and training history as it relates to the job requirements.\r\nOnce you have submitted your application on-line, all future correspondence related to your application will be sent via email. Please keep your contact information current. You may also view all correspondence sent to you by the State of Delaware in the "My Applications" tab at StateJobs.Delaware.gov.\r\n

Accommodations

\r\n\r\nAccommodations are available for applicants with disabilities in all phases of the application and employment process.\r\nIndividuals who use TDD may request auxiliary aid or service by calling (800) 232-5470 or by visiting delawarerelay.com.\r\nIf you need assistance with an accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) or general applicant support, you may call (302) 739-5458 or email jobs@delaware.gov.\r\nThe State of Delaware is an Equal Opportunity employer and values a diverse workforce. We strongly encourage and seek out a workforce representative of Delaware including race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression.\r\n\r\n\r\n