330 POST TRAINING SPEC 1832

Description

State of Idaho Opportunity

Applications will be accepted through 4:59 PM MST on the posting end date. 

Our Mission: To develop skilled Law Enforcement Professionals who are committed to serving and protecting the People of Idaho. 

Are you interested in working for an innovative and dynamic state agency dedicated to developing skilled Law Enforcement Professionals? This opening may be your opportunity to use your knowledge and skills to promote the mission of Idaho’s Peace Officer Standards and Training (POST). 

POST is looking for a Training Specialist responsible for developing, implementing and evaluating educational standards and course content for basic Law Enforcement/Peace Officer certification in the State of Idaho. Work will be performed in a team environment, requiring coordination with Curriculum team members, Training Coordinators, and Law Enforcement Subject Matter Experts. 

This position is with the Idaho Peace Officer Standards & Training (POST) Academy in Meridian.

For more information, please visit https://post.idaho.gov/ 

Successful applicants will be required to complete a background investigation and polygraph examination. Please review ISP Employment Disqualifiers and the ISP Drug Policy.

EXAMPLE OF DUTIES:

• Develop, distribute, and maintain POST curriculum standards 
• Analyze and evaluate curriculum in regards to IDAPA regulations, Job Task Analysis (JTA) findings, and class objectives 
• Conduct surveys for use in improving curriculum for future academies 
• Research and evaluate other states’ POST training projects, programs and experiences 
• Display strong collaboration, written and verbal communication, and organizational skills working with a diverse group of internal and external individuals and groups 
• Assess and coordinate curriculum and training needs with other POST and law enforcement training personnel
• Facilitate curriculum review including lesson plans, PowerPoints, test questions, and related materials to align with current training needs
• Act as project manager for the curriculum development process to include; coordinating with instructors and subject matter experts (SME) to identify and develop lesson plans, Power Point presentations, and test question to meet standards established by POST
• Provide assistance to POST Curriculum Manager, Academy Training Manager, Training Coordinators and instructors in order to identify and resolve curriculum and instructional issues
• Submit appropriate curriculum update documentation for POST Council approval
• Evaluate, edit, and create test questions to reflect current Academy content
• Create and maintain exams for all Basic Academy Sessions 
• Analyze Exam validity and make changes when needed
• Update and maintain academy student handouts, instructor evaluations and curriculum database
• Maintain POST curriculum access for authorized users
• Archive all required curriculum documents
• Coordinate processes for distance learning media updates
• Assist with public records requests

 MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: 

• Good knowledge of training theory 
• Experience performing needs assessments, developing training objectives, designing and developing coursework and evaluating training 
• Experience presenting training to adult groups in structured learning situations 
• Experience using a variety of training methods 

 SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION:

• Please make sure your resume and personal information contained in your profile supports your answers to the questions. 

 Benefits:

The State of Idaho offers a robust total compensation package, including medical, vision, and dental insurance; PERSI retirement benefits; paid sick, vacation, and parental leave; and 11 paid holidays per year. For additional information related to benefits and/or State programs, please visit https://dhr.idaho.gov/StateEmployees/Benefits.html.*

EEO/ADA/Veteran:

The State of Idaho is committed to providing equal employment opportunities and prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their status as protected veterans or individuals with disabilities and prohibit discrimination against all individuals based on their race, color, religion, political affiliation or belief, sex, national origin, genetics, or any other status protected under applicable federal, state, or local laws.

The State of Idaho is committed to access and reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities, auxiliary aids and services are available upon request. If you require an accommodation at any step in our recruitment process, you are encouraged to contact (208) 334-2263 (TTY/TTD: 711), or email [email protected].

Preference may be given to veterans who qualify under state and federal laws and regulations.