FTO Training Sergeant - Tecumseh State Correctional Institution at State of Nebraska in Tecumseh, Nebraska

Job Description:

The work we do matters!




Hiring Agency:

Correctional Services - Agency 46



Location:

Tecumseh, NE



Hiring Rate:

$33.950



Job Posting:

JR2025-00014132 FTO Training Sergeant - Tecumseh State Correctional Institution (Open)



Applications No Longer Accepted On (If no date is displayed, job is posted as open until closed):
04-05-2025



Job Description:

The Tecumseh State Correctional Institution (TSCI) is currently looking for a proven leader to fill the role of Field Training Officer (FTO) Training Sergeant. The corrections FTO Training Sergeant at TSCI will be the first-level leader, providing effective and efficient onboarding of new TSCI teammates.


The Nebraska Department of Correctional Services (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). Candidates will model the NDCS values of integrity, respect, compassion, growth, and excellence as we accomplish our mission, "Keep people safe."

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:

• Plans, assigns, schedules and directs activities of assigned staff to establish schedules and priorities, to identify and resolve work needs, and to ensure continuity of operations.


• Manages the on-the-job (OJT) training process, including but not limited to new hires, post rotations, promotions and new procedures. Supervises the FTO program, in partnership with respective facility supervision. Makes recommendations regarding OJT and facilitates training to both new and current team members.


• Serves as a liaison with the Staff Training Academy and is a contact for new employees providing leadership and assisting with questions.


• Provides training and support to the facilities as needed.


• Ensures the application of all policies, procedures, post orders, etc., and may participate in the development of these policies.


• Evaluates individual's performance and evaluates/develops individualized training modules.


• Develops training concepts and techniques specific to job classification; provides technical assistance; coaches and counsels team members.


• 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: High school education plus two years of corrections experience, and experience or training, in leading or supervising other staff. Must be able to legally possess a firearm and ammunition.



Preferred Qualifications: At least three years of training experience to include instructing. At least three years corrections experience.



Other: A valid driver's license is required. 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.






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.


Check out all that the State of Nebraska has to offer! Benefit eligibility may vary by position, agency and employment status. For more information on benefits, please visit: https://statejobs.nebraska.gov/index.html#benefits



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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