Law Enforcement Trng Instructor III

Commonwealth of Kentucky provided pay range

This range is provided by Commonwealth of Kentucky. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.

$73,836.00/yr - $73,836.00/yr

DOCJT is now offering higher starting salary for Law Enforcement Training positions! Looking for the next step in your law enforcement career? As a Law Enforcement Instructor, you’ll be able to utilize your passion and knowledge for law enforcement, to provide quality criminal justice training, through both in-person and virtual training methods, that will enhance the ability of the state's law enforcement personnel.

Which will reduce crime and its cost to society and create a safe, secure environment for Kentucky.

The Department of Criminal Justice Training (DOCJT) has an opening for one (1) Law Enforcement Training Instructor III position in the Field Section. This position's primary designated workstation will be located in Louisville, Kentucky, and will work in conjunction with the main campus located in Richmond, Kentucky.

The instructor will teach from established lesson plans and develop, implement, and evaluate training courses that meet the standards and requirements of DOCJT and the Kentucky Law Enforcement Counsel (KLEC). This is delivered through classroom instruction in general and specialty law enforcement topics for In-Service, including, courses pertinent to current investigational methods, as well as contributing to professional development in current law enforcement personnel, and agencies around the Commonwealth.

Courses include Basic Interviewing, Advanced Interviewing and Interrogation, Contemporary Issues in Policing and Terrorism, Tactics and Techniques, Internal Affairs, and Human Trafficking.

• Instructs, evaluates, coordinates and recommends law enforcement topics, and scenario based training to agency leaders reflecting the needs of the law enforcement agencies served.
• Conducts research, manages and develops training curriculum, updates established lesson plans, develops new lesson plans, and instructional class material for law enforcement or law enforcement related topics.
• Coordinates training classes, class preparation and completes required training course administrative paperwork.
• Coordinates on the job training and mentoring for new instructional staff.
• Serves on agency committees.
• Advises and counsels trainees and assists in the development of training needs.
• Attends internal and external training courses.
• Other duties as assigned.

• Sworn law enforcement experience.
• Significant experience in public speaking and presentation skills.
• Experience in adult learning principles.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Organizational skills and ability to work independently.
• Knowledge of the use of computer technology, e.g., Microsoft Word, Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint, Blackboard, etc.
• Broad knowledge of law enforcement topics.
• Ability to work in a team environment.

• Maintain a valid driver’s license.
• Lift heavy objects or work in uncomfortable positions for extended periods of time.
• May be required to carry and, or, use a firearm.
• Frequently communicate in person or by other means of technology.
• Spend a major portion of time using a computer.
• Travel required (state vehicle provided).

• Paid Time Off (Sick and Vacation) + Paid Holidays
• Overtime and Compensatory Time
• Affordable day 1 health Insurance with optional health reimbursement account
• Free life insurance
• Retirement (If not previously retired from the Kentucky Public Pension Authority)
• Wellness Incentives Program
• Training and Career Development Opportunities
• Optional Deferred Compensation program (401K)

A background check is required. The final job offer is contingent upon successfully completing a background investigation. In compliance with the Commission of Accreditation for Law Enforcement Agency, a standard 5.28 physical exam will be required after an initial offer of employment.

EDUCATION: Graduate of a college or university with a bachelor's degree.

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