EDUCATION AND TRAINING SPECIALIST

Requisition No: 825836

Agency: Department of Law Enforcement

Working Title: EDUCATION AND TRAINING SPECIALIST - 71000788

Pay Plan: Career Service

Position Number: 71000788

Salary: $55,000.00

Posting Closing Date: 04/03/2024

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EDUCATION AND TRAINING SPECIALIST

CRIMINAL JUSTICE PROFESSIONALISM

POST-BASIC CURRICULUM

**Open-Competitive Opportunity**

POSITION SUMMARY:

This position is in the Bureau of Training, reporting to the Post-Basic Curriculum section. This is a full-time position that works closely with subject-matter experts to create textbooks, instructor guides, and stand-alone courses for criminal justice officers across the state of Florida. This position requires the ability to work in a collaborative writing environment, do research, collect data, and create curriculum specifically designed for adult learners. The position also requires excellent facilitation and customer service skills.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

Specific duties include:

• Developing curricula, to include goals and objectives, textbooks, instructor guides, online courses, and evaluation methodologies, such as proficiency forms for High Liability courses;
• Planning, coordinating, facilitating and delivering formal and informal presentations, meetings and/or workshops;
• Assisting in the research and analysis of the effectiveness of training programs using summative and formative methods;
• Assisting in the research and design of a detailed plan to support CJSTC-approved training courses; and
• Assisting in the development and/or revision of legislation and/or Florida Administrative Code Rules effecting law enforcement, corrections, and correctional probation officer training.

To be considered as a potential candidate, you must meet the minimum qualifications(s) listed below. Degrees must be from an accredited college or university as recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Note: 30 semester hours, or equivalent, of coursework from an accredited college or university is equivalent to one year of experience.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES:

• Knowledge of principles of effective design for web-based and instructor-led training;
• Knowledge of the principles of human behavior, learning and communication;
• Knowledge of instructional design, research, and implementation methodologies;
• Skill in compiling and analyzing data relating to the development of training programs;
• Ability to understand and apply applicable laws, rules, regulations policies and procedures relating to the development of training programs;
• Ability to work independently;
• Ability to prepare professional papers, research studies and reports;
• Ability to plan, organize and coordinate work assignments;
• Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing; and
• Ability to quickly learn new technologies and systems.

BASE SALARY:

• $55,000.00

ASSIGNMENT:

In order to proceed in the selection process, you must submit a response to Curriculum@fdle.state.fl.us no later than noon on 04/06/2024.

Instructions

Write a brief how-to guide about a process you know well (for example, a special cooking technique, building a bookcase, making a fly-fishing lure, performing a magic trick, etc.). The audience for your how-to guide is primarily adults with at least a high school education, but who have no knowledge about the topic. You should be able to write this from your own knowledge and experience, but cite your sources if you do any research. All writing must be your own original work.

Create a 2-4-page how-to guide on your topic. You are free to design the how-to guide any way you like, but it must include:

• Your name and a title for the how-to guide;
• An overview of your topic (250-300 words); and
• A written explanation of all the steps involved.

Additional pages may be used for graphics, but the written portion, including the topic overview, should be between 700 and 1000 words and any graphics should be used for instructional purposes rather than decoration. (The writing should be the main focus of your efforts.)

• Write in plain English;
• Use active voice; and
• Avoid jargon and define terms that might be unfamiliar to your audience.

Save your document as: ETS Writing Assignment (LASTNAME)

Acceptable file formats: Microsoft Word document or PowerPoint slide deck.

HOW YOU WILL GROW:

FDLE recognizes the importance of growth and success while fostering a family-oriented work environment. We encourage our members to seek opportunities for professional growth through training, team building, and mentoring. Our four Fundamental Values of Service, Integrity, Respect and Quality will guide you as you embark on a lifelong career at FDLE.

OUR SALARY & BENEFITS:

Starting salary will be the minimum of the class pay range, unless otherwise dictated by FDLE’s pay policy. FDLE is a State of Florida Employer and offers a comprehensive benefits package, including:

• State of Florida Tuition Waiver Program;
• Paid holidays, vacation and sick leave;
• HMO and PPO health insurance options with premiums starting as low as $50 per month;
• $25,000 in automatic life insurance coverage;
• Multiple supplemental insurance options including: dental, vision, disability and more;
• Paid maternity leave and parental leave following the birth or adoption of a child;
• Pension and investment retirement plan options; and
• Tax deferred medical and child care reimbursement accounts.

ABOUT OUR AGENCY:

The Florida Department of Law Enforcement (FDLE) employs more than 1,900 members statewide – either at headquarters in Tallahassee or in one of seven regional operations centers (ROCs). Our mission is to promote public safety and strengthen domestic security. Click here for additional information about FDLE.

HIRING PROCESS:

You will be evaluated for this job based on your previous knowledge and experience. Additional reviews may be performed to screen for preferred qualifications, experience and education. Your qualifications will be based on knowledge, skills, and abilities and other elements relevant to this position supported by the information in your application. Qualifying questions will only be credited if verifiable by the information provided on your application including specifically required software/computer skills. You may be contacted to participate in a selection process which may consist of written exercises, work samples, skills tests, interviews, drug screen and fingerprinting. You may be notified by email to participate in a selection process. Failure to reply within a designated timeframe may exclude you from further consideration. Future vacancies may be filled from this position advertisement.

BACKGROUND:

FDLE requires an extensive background process of all recommended applicants. The elements of a background include: financial credit check, criminal history of applicant and applicant’s immediate family or roommates, personal references, employment and education verifications (which includes official transcript(s)), drug screen and fingerprinting. This information will be utilized to make the final hiring decision.

NOTES:

Preference will be given to current FDLE members who have satisfactorily completed at least six months of the probationary period for their current position.

REMINDERS:

The State of Florida hires only U.S. citizens and lawfully authorized alien workers.

The State of Florida is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Affirmative Action Employer, and does not tolerate discrimination or violence in the workplace.

Candidates requiring a reasonable accommodation, as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act, must notify the agency hiring authority and/or People First Service Center (1-866-663-4735). Notification to the hiring authority must be made in advance to allow sufficient time to provide the accommodation.

The State of Florida supports a Drug-Free workplace. All employees are subject to reasonable suspicion drug testing in accordance with Section 112.0455, F.S., Drug-Free Workplace Act.

VETERANS’ PREFERENCE. Pursuant to Chapter 295, Florida Statutes, candidates eligible for Veterans’ Preference will receive preference in employment for Career Service vacancies and are encouraged to apply. Certain service members may be eligible to receive waivers for postsecondary educational requirements. Candidates claiming Veterans’ Preference must attach supporting documentation with each submission that includes character of service (for example, DD Form 214 Member Copy #4) along with any other documentation as required by Rule 55A-7, Florida Administrative Code. Veterans’ Preference documentation requirements are available by clicking here. All documentation is due by the close of the vacancy announcement.