CRIMINAL JUSTICE TRAINER 4 - Traffic Program

Full Job Description

The Opportunity:

The Washington State Criminal Justice Training Commission (WSCJTC) is seeking a Criminal Justice Trainer 4 to serve as lead instructor for the Regional Basic Training Division Traffic Program.

While the duty station for this position is in Vancouver Washington, the incumbent will travel regularly throughout the state to conduct and oversee training.

The incumbent of this position will coordinate logistics and serve as a subject matter expert (SME) for all traffic programs which include Collision Investigations (Basic, Advanced, and Technical courses), Emergency Vehicle Operations Course (EVOC) Instructor, Basic Law Enforcement Academy (BLEA) EVOC.

If you are a SME in collision investigations and EVOC, and have a passion advancing ethical, efficient, and evidence-based training in criminal justice professions, we invite you to apply and be part of a team of dedicated professionals shaping the next generation of criminal justice professionals in Washington state!

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.

Requirements

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

FACILITATE TRAFFIC COURSE TRAINING:

• Act as the lead instructor for all EVOC courses for BLEA classes, as well as for all EVOC Instructor and Collision Investigations courses.
• Facilitate instruction including classroom and driving exercises.
• Train and mentor students guided by CJTC policy, rules, regulations, and the agency values.
• Model trustworthy behavior to support the ideal of officers who earn the trust of their communities.
• Reinforce and demonstrate ethical and professional behaviors.
• Maintain order within the academy atmosphere, including motivating classes as a group and students individually in accordance with any policy.
• Communicate with students’ employing agencies regarding performance, attendance, coordination of additional training needs, test failures, and remedial training, if needed.
• Maintain accurate student attendance and performance records in accordance with division procedures and agency policy.
• Track student injuries following current agency and division policies and procedures.
• Maintain expert knowledge of vehicle dynamics, current case law, how modern vehicle control systems affect the handling of vehicles, and understand and articulate Vehicle Event Data Recorders (EDRs) data.

COORDINATE COURSE LOGISTICS:

• Coordinate with training facilities and internal and external partners to schedule courses.
• Make instructional assignments to maintain minimum staffing ratios.
• Support the coordination of transport and maintenance of fleet vehicles assigned to the Basic Training Division’s EVOC program.

SUPERVISION: Directly supervise state employees and oversee contract instructors. This includes:

• Oversee onboarding and training for part-time contract instructors.
• Lead by example, guided by the agency values, and encourage subordinates to do the same.
• Ensure instructors are adequately trained and kept abreast of best practices, current case law, and agency curriculum to effectively deliver training.
• Ensure work conducted by subordinate staff and contract instructors 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.
• Ensure staff attend mandatory and position-specific training as outlined by Human Resources and agency policy.
• Mentor, coach, and train new EVOC Instructors through an apprenticeship process to ensure teaching aligns with core values and agency mission.

Qualifications

Required Qualifications/Experience:

• At least five (5) years of experience in law enforcement.

-AND-

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

-OR-

• At least seven (7) years of experience in law enforcement.

-AND-

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

• At least five (5) years of experience training law enforcement personnel with the WSCJTC or within a criminal justice agency, specifically in the areas of emergency vehicle operations and/or collision investigations.
• 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 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.

Preferred/Desired Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Criminal Justice, Public Administration, Education, Communications, Sociology, Psychology, or related field.
• Understanding of and/or experience with WSCJTC protocols and chain of command.
• First-level supervisor experience (examples: sergeant, supervisor, manager).
• Currently or previously certified by the court as an expert witness to testify on emergency vehicle operations and/or collision investigations.
• WSCJTC Instructor Development - 2 (ID2) certification.
• Demonstrable experience developing and utilizing resources appropriately.

Additional Information

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 PreferenceApplicants 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/.