Job Description

Posting number: CJT4_BTD_#0157_Sept26

Department: Criminal Justice Training Commission

Job classification: CRIMINAL JUSTICE TRAINER 4

Posting type: Open & Promotional

Categories: Corrections, Law Enforcement, Education, Professional, Training, Professional Education

Summary

The duty station for this position is in King County, therefore the incumbent will receive 5% premium pay in addition to the salary listed above.

The Opportunity:

The Washington State Criminal Justice Training Commission (WSCJTC) is seeking an expert level law enforcement training professional to provide leadership, mentorship, and guidance to Criminal Justice Trainers within the Basic Training Division (BTD). This Criminal Justice Trainer 4, will provide expert level training while also serving as a supervisor to senior level trainers. The incumbent will serve a vital role in developing and supporting the trainers responsible for preparing Washington’s newest law enforcement officers with the knowledge and skills to safely protect the communities they serve.

If you are an expert level law enforcement trainer who is passionate about developing others, strengthening instructional excellence, and helping prepare both trainers and future law enforcement officers for success, we encourage you to apply!

The Benefits: WSCJTC offers outstanding healthcare benefits, choice of state retirement programs including a defined benefit pension plan, advancement opportunities, and flexible/compressed work schedules.

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.

Examples of duties

Duties assigned to this position include (but are not limited to):

• Supervise Criminal Justice Trainers and lead by example, guided by the agency values, and encourage staff to do the same.
• Reinforce, demonstrate, and model ethical, professional, and trustworthy behavior to support the ideal of public servants who earn the trust of their communities.
• Ensure staff are adequately trained and kept abreast of best practices, current case law, and agency curriculum to effectively deliver training.
• Ensure that work conducted by staff is accomplished in accordance with RCW/WAC/State Rules/Agency Policies and Curriculum.
• Evaluate, develop, correct, and mentor staff on their work performance, including providing guidelines and performance feedback.
• Facilitate instruction, including classroom, practical, and mock scenarios.
• Serve as a TAC Officer of BLEA classes, as needed.
• Train and mentor students guided by CJTC policy, rules, and regulations, and the agency values.
• Maintain order within the academy atmosphere, including motivating classes as a group and students individually in accordance with any policy.
• Perform inspections, drill protocols, and ceremonies.
• Communicate with students’ employing agencies regarding performance, attendance, coordination of additional training needs, test failures and remedial training, if needed.
• Serve as SME on current law enforcement curriculum in high-risk patrol procedures and other areas, in accordance with knowledge and experience, and when curricular updates are required.
• Liaise with internal and external partners to ensure curriculum meets agency standards and industry best practices.
• Chair or serve on workgroups within areas of expertise, ensuring the Basic Training perspective is considered as projects, programs, or curriculum are developed or updated.
• Serve as an ad hoc member of the Risk Roundtable Committee.
• Upon request by or with assistance of the Agency Risk Manager, Certification Bureau, or Records Manager, act as a subject matter expert in identifying appropriate curriculum records and serving as an expert witness regarding the content of curriculum delivered in high-risk disciplines, patrol procedures, and other areas as directed.

Qualifications

• Required Qualifications/Experience:
• At least seven (7) years of experience in law enforcement or related military assignments that may require the application of physical force.

AND

• At least three (3) years of experience training law enforcement personnel with the WSCJTC or within a criminal justice agency specifically in the areas of de-escalation, communication, criminal law, firearms, control/defensive tactics, and/or patrol procedures.

AND

• At least two (2) years of experience leading or supervising law enforcement personnel. Time serving as a lead trainer/primary coach/TAC Officer/FTO or PTO are acceptable.

OR

• A bachelor’s degree in criminal justice, public administration, sociology, psychology, adult education, forensics, or related field of study.

AND

• At least five (5) years of experience in law enforcement or related military assignments that may require the application of physical force.

AS WELL AS:

• An understanding of adult teaching and learning methods.
• Ability to report information clearly, completely, and accurately both verbally and in writing.
• No sustained use of force complaints in the past three (3) years.
• Any community complaints in the last three (3) years must be satisfactorily explained.
• Able to model the Guardian Philosophy of policing in class on a daily basis.
• Strong work ethic, self-directed, and able to work in a team-teaching environment.
• Ability to support the agency's diversity, equity, and inclusion goals.
• Effective communication skills.
• Problem-solving skills, including analysis and strategies.
• Knowledge of training and instruction principles, content, and methodology.
• Knowledge of curriculum development.
• Knowledge of the criminal justice system, including federal, state, and local criminal justice agencies, laws, ordinances, and regulations.
• Knowledge of cultural diversity/implicit bias.
• Skills for basic computer applications, including Microsoft Office Suite.
• The ability to take action to learn and grow.
• The ability to take action to meet the needs of others.

Preferred/Desired Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in criminal justice, public administration, education, communications, sociology, psychology or related field of study.
• Understanding of and/or experience with WSCJTC protocols and chain of command.
• Experience with curriculum in the subject areas of de-escalation, patrol tactics, criminal procedures, less lethal weapons, firearms, and/or control/defensive tactics.
• First-level supervisory experience (examples: sergeant, supervisor, manager).
• Demonstrated experience controlling/monitoring equipment and resources.
• WSCJTC Instructor Development - 2 (ID2) certification.
• Program or project management.
• Service on a multi-disciplinary or multi-agency task force, board, or commission.

Conditions of Employment:

• Successfully complete the WSCJTC’s First Level Supervision course.
• Successfully complete the WSCJTC’s Patrol Tactics Instructor (PTI) or Instructor Development course.
• Attend and/or audit all BLEA course instruction modules.
• Achieve BLEA Instructor Certification.

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 humanresources@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/.