TJJD - Program Specialist VI – Learning %Professional Development Leader EVN

HOW TO APPLY

Complete a State of Texas Application for Employment and the following additional forms (available at https://(Use the "Apply for this Job" box below).)

• TJJD Employment Application Supplement (HR-003)
• Child Abuse Registry Check Consent Form (HR-028)
• Disclosure of PREA Employment Standards Violation (HR-975)
• Authorization to Release Information (HR-074)

Failure to complete and submit the above forms will cause delays in your consideration for this position.

at  and attach the above additional forms along with copies of high school/college diploma(s), official college transcripts, any licenses/certifications, and, if a military veteran, any Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty (DD Form 214).

at  You will also need to complete and attach the supplemental questions/forms indicated above along with copies of high school/college diploma(s), official college transcripts, any licenses/certifications, and, if a military veteran, any Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty (DD Form 214). The additional forms are available at https:// and can be submitted via email to HRJobsas.gov.

Your job application must be completely filled out and include all employment history, which includes job titles, name of employer, dates of employment (month & year), supervisor’s name and phone number, and a description of duties performed, and whether it was full-time or part-time and hours per week. If any of this information is not provided, your application may be rejected as incomplete.

Resumes do not take the place of this required information.

Applicants must be able to pass a Criminal Background Check and any other requirements listed under Minimum Qualifications.

• State of Texas Benefits and Retirement Information can be found at https://.gov
• Retirement plan
• Paid group health & life insurance for employee
• Paid holidays
• Paid vacation leave
• Paid sick leave
• Longevity pay
• Educational assistance program
• Employee assistance program
• Optional add-on benefits include:
  Dental, Vision, Optional Life Insurance, Voluntary AD&D Insurance, Dependent Health & Life insurance, Health & Dependent care flexible spending accounts, etc.
• Additionally, certain designated positions are eligible for hazardous duty pay, career ladder advancements, and free meals while on duty.

Performs advanced (senior level) consultative services and technical assistance work.

Work involves classroom and on-the-job training to facility staff; coordinates staff training schedules and delivers annual mandated in-service training. Focuses on creating and maintaining a safe and supportive learning environment for new hire staff and ensures staff are learning the required materials. Manages the re-training of staff and implementation of new initiatives based on facility trends and agency vision. Works collaboratively with facility administration and staff to troubleshoot training pitfalls and transition new hires from training to ongoing coaching and development.

Maintains communications with the Director of Training, JJTA Management, facility administration, and other internal stakeholders to support the needs of new hires consistent with all policies, procedures and facility safety and security.

Utilize a blended learning approach to effectively deliver training to staff with varying learning styles, preferences, and difficulties. Supervises all JCO New Hires and ensures they meet all the requirements for sole supervision.

Acts as a resource for staff to assist with program needs, which may include but is not limited to providing refresher trainings, training materials, ERGO Action Plans, participate in FIT TEAM, and other resources for staff. Work involves assisting in establishing structured safety and goals/objectives; adhering to all guidelines, procedures, rules, and regulations; and establishing priorities, standards, and measuring tools for determining progress in meeting operational goals.

Works under limited supervision, with considerable latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment. May be required to work alternating shifts, work in excess of 40 hours per workweek, be on-call, and travel occasionally.

• Serves as a trainer, coach, mentor, role model, evaluator, and classroom trainer for all newly hired JCOs for the first 90 days of employment and documents progress and performance based on standardized evaluation guidelines. Serves as supervisor for newly hired JCOs until approved to independently work with youth (approved for sole supervision).
• Ensures the JCOs are familiar with the complete operation of the facility, layout of the physical location, and introduction of key leadership within the facility as directed by Academy management and serves as intermediary between facility administration and JCO.
• Provides routine feedback and develops remedial training to JCOs to enhance their professional growth in a positive…