TCOLE - Sergeant, Regional Trainer, Training Compliance Division

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TEXAS COMMISSION ON LAW ENFORCEMENT

6330 E HWY 290, STE 200, Austin, TX 78723

Sergeant, Regional Trainer, Training Compliance Division (State Job Code 9909)

Resumes are not accepted in lieu of the State of Texas application.

The Texas Commission on Law Enforcement (TCOLE) is seeking a Sergeant, Regional Trainer to join the Training Compliance Division at our headquarters. This role performs advanced training and instructional work, coordinating regional training programs statewide, ensuring compliance with TCOLE standards, and developing instructional materials.

• Plans, coordinates, schedules, and conducts regional training programs statewide.
• Develops, reviews, updates, and maintains lesson plans, instructional materials, and training documentation.
• Coordinates training locations, equipment, travel arrangements, and logistical support for training events.
• Conducts classroom instruction, workshops, presentations, and related training activities.
• Monitors attendance and administers testing during training activities.
• Ensures training activities and documentation comply with TCOLE standards and applicable requirements.
• Maintains, reviews, audits, and documents training records, rosters, certifications, and attendance records.
• Enters, reviews, and audits training data within TCLEDDS.
• Prepares and submits training, compliance, and operational reports.
• Coordinates with instructors, training providers, outside organizations, and agency staff regarding statewide training operations and scheduling.
• Evaluates training effectiveness and recommends improvements to training programs and instructional materials.
• May conduct inspections, evaluations, or audits related to training operations and compliance.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

• Licensed Texas Peace Officer in good standing.
• Minimum 5 years of law enforcement service including training responsibilities.
• TCOLE Basic Instructor Certification.
• Experience may substitute for education. Education may not substitute for the experience requirement.

• Experience in public speaking and classroom instruction.
• Organizing and coordinating multiple training programs and schedules.
• Preparing reports, correspondence, and training documentation.
• Experience coordinating and conducting training programs.
• Experience in maintaining training records and documentation.
• Experience developing lesson plans and instructional materials.
• Experience conducting statewide or regional training programs.
• Verbal and written communication.
• Problem solving and decision making.
• Interpret and apply laws, regulations, policies, and procedures.
• Effectively present information to groups.
• Maintain accurate records and documentation.
• Work independently and exercise sound judgment.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with agency staff, instructors, training providers, and outside organizations.
• Travel statewide as required.

• Supervisory experience.
• Experience using TCLEDDS.

• Knowledge of TCOLE standards, rules, and applicable regulatory requirements.
• Knowledge of law enforcement instructional methods and training practices.
• Curriculum development and lesson plan preparation.
• Recordkeeping and records management practices.
• Microsoft Office applications and related database systems.

• Frequent travel throughout the State of Texas; 50% or more of the time.
• Sitting and standing for extended durations.
• Ability to sit at a desk and work on a computer for extended periods.
• Must be able to safely and reliably operate a motor vehicle.
• Must qualify annually on the TCOLE course of fire with a pistol, rifle, and shotgun.
• Minimal physical exertion beyond basic office tasks.
• Consistent use of office equipment, such as computers, phones, and printers.
• Adequate hand‑eye coordination for typing and computer use.
• Ability to perform repetitive tasks efficiently.
• Basic mobility for occasional walking within the office.

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