Training Specialist

About Indiana Department of Correction (IDOC):

We promote public safety by providing meaningful, effective opportunities for successful re‑entry. As the model of best correctional practices, we strive to return productive citizens to our communities and inspire a culture of accountability, integrity, and professionalism.

As a Training Specialist, you will be responsible for providing specialized instruction for new employees. In this position, you will work under the supervision of the Division of Workforce Engagement Manager in program design, establishment, and administration of the training programs for the Department. You will coordinate/supervise various training programs, performing duties with minimal supervision, operating within established guidelines, Departmental policies/procedures, State and Federal law and ACA standards.

The salary for this position traditionally starts at $47,320.00 but may be commensurate with education and work experience. Use our Compensation Calculator to view the total compensation package.

The essential functions of this role are as follows:

• Assist with the planning, coordination, development, performance, and evaluation of the training programs for the Department.
• Coordinate, develop, and instruct training programs as needed at regional training locations and facilities throughout the State.
• Assist with evaluating proposed and existing staff training content and delivery strategies to ensure current policies, procedures, standards, and best practices are incorporated.
• Monitor, test, and ensure the integrity of the People Soft Training Module and Enterprise Learning Management system and provide functional and technical support as required.
• Assist with efforts to develop department web‑based training solutions for compliance training.
• Conduct Orientation, In‑Service, On the Job Training or Academy instruction for all staff.
• Test, measure, and evaluate trainee performance and make recommendation on retention or working status.
• Prepare and distribute surveys and questionnaires used as data reference for Training Needs Assessment.
• Ensure that all training programs, procedures, methods, and standards are in compliance with ACA standards.
• Recruit, select, onboard, and train employees to ensure role responsibilities and expectations are clearly understood while providing opportunities to continue professional development.
• Set expectations, measure progress, provide ongoing feedback, and evaluate the performance of employees. Ensure work adheres to quality standards, deadlines, and proper procedures.

The job profile is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Other duties, responsibilities and activities may change or be assigned at any time with or without notice.

Individuals in this role should minimally be able to articulate or demonstrate the following:

• Expert knowledge of adult training and educational theories, methods, principles, practices, techniques, and assessment tools.
• Thorough knowledge of available national, state, local resources to include the American Correctional Association, National Institute of Corrections, Bureau of Justice Statistics – Department of Justice, Office of Juvenile Justice Delinquency Prevention, etc.
• Considerable knowledge of theories, principles, practices, laws, rules, and regulations in the field of Corrections.
• Ability to conduct research and remain abreast of new developments in correctional training.
• Ability to travel within the state.
• Excellent communication skills – both oral and written.
• Ability to abide by the Department’s Standards of Conduct.
• Ability to adhere to agency dress code and/or grooming standards.
• Ability to work within a culturally diversified environment.
• Ability to delegate work, set clear direction, and manage workflow.
• Ability to effectively give feedback, provide guidance or corrective action, coach, and develop employee skillsets.

A degree is not required.

Individuals should have the ability to perform essential functions with or without reasonable accommodation.