Training Specialist - Nebraska State Penitentiary at State of Nebraska in Lincoln, Nebraska

Job Description:

The work we do matters!




Hiring Agency:

Correctional Services - Agency 46



Location:

Lincoln Job Posting



Hiring Rate:




Classification Salary Range:

$21.10 - $31.11



Job Posting:

JR2024-00007068 Training Specialist - Nebraska State Penitentiary (Open Date: 05/31/2024)



Applications No Longer Accepted On (If no date is displayed, job is posted as open until closed):
06-10-2024



Job Description:

The Nebraska Department of Correctional Services (NDCS) is seeking an experienced corrections professional to join the training team at the Nebraska State Penitentiary (NSP). The selected candidate will work in numerous training settings both indoors and outdoors.


NDCS employs nearly 2,300 team members operating nine institutions statewide, which house approximately 5,200 inmates. The department's focus includes inmate programming and education, physical and behavioral health care, re-entry services, and community programs, and is accredited by the American Correctional Association (ACA). Information about the Department can be found at: www.corrections.nebraska.gov. For Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) accommodations, please contact Megan Jones at megan.jones@nebraska.gov.


DUTIES:
NSP is seeking an energetic, team oriented individual to train staff at NSP and at the Staff Training Academy (STA) in Lincoln. This position offers an opportunity to directly influence the smooth transition for new employees entering the correctional environment as well as assisting experienced employees with completing in-service training to enhance their job skills. The Training Specialist will be expected to develop, present, and evaluate training curriculum in accordance with training plans, policies, and objectives while working with NSP and STA. Recognize training needs for the employees and the department. Acquire and maintain required instructorships in firearms, self-defense, CPR/First-Aid, and chemical agents. Move and carry equipment and supplies.



Requirements / Qualifications




Minimum Qualifications: Two years' experience and/or training in planning and presenting information and/or education to others through formal training, workshops, seminars, or other instructional venues including experience developing training programs or curriculum. Associate degree in education, human resources, organization communication, training and development or related field may be substituted for experience.



Preferred Qualifications: At least 3 years correctional experience; experience directing/leading staff in a correctional setting. Experience using Microsoft Office (Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint) and WebEx.



Other: Valid driver's license required. Must be able to legally possess a firearm and ammunition. Transcripts required at time of appointment. Applicants accepting a job offer must pass the following pre-employment exams in this order: medical exam, and at a randomly announced time, pass a drug test. Once at the Staff Training Academy, must successfully complete the fully paid NE Corrections Training Program.



Knowledge, skills & abilities



Must be able to prioritize, be able to lift up to 30 lbs, work in a variety of environments. Ability to deal effectively with staff under stressful situations; effective oral and written communications skills.






Benefits



We offer a comprehensive package of pay, benefits, paid time off, retirement and professional development opportunities to help you get the most out of your career and life. Your paycheck is just part of your total compensation.


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Equal Opportunity Statement



The State of Nebraska values our teammates as well as a supportive environment that strives to promote diversity, inclusion, and belonging. We recruit, hire, train, and promote in all job classifications and at all levels without regard to race, color, religion, sex. age, national origin, disability, marital status or genetics.



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