Applied Training Facility Program Coordinator

The Municipal Police Training Committee (MPTC) is a state agency within the Executive Office of Public Safety and Security (EOPSS). The MPTC’s mandate and mission is to set the police training standards for all law enforcement officers certified by the Massachusetts Peace Officer Standards and Training Commission (“POST”), and to develop, deliver, and maintain a record of that training for over 23,000 police officers (municipal, MBTA, environmental, campus, hospitals), deputy sheriffs, harbormasters, constables, and other statutorily defined personnel who perform police duties and functions in the Commonwealth.

These responsibilities are to be carried out in a way that ensures high quality, standardized, community-oriented training.

The MPTC’s training programs include a comprehensive, 800-hour basic recruit training program for new police officers, statutorily required annual in-service training programs, and specialized training programs. The MPTC’s academies work closely with the local municipal police departments in their respective regions and are responsive to regional training needs and requirements. The MPTC operates 7 regional academies and oversees 10 authorized academies across the Commonwealth.

The Applied Training Facility Program Coordinator is responsible for the scheduling of personnel and facility needs of the Marlborough Range and Defensive Tactics gym. The Applied Training Facility Program Coordinator reports to the Range Manager / the Range Supervisor to ensure seamless operation of the MPTC Applied Training Facility Marlborough.

Responsible for the coordination of all MPTC training at the applied training facility including:

• Creating classes in the MPTC training database, Acadis.
• Responsible for scheduling use of the MPTC Range, Defensive Tactics Gym, and other Applied Training resources. Schedules instructors and range safety officers for all training utilizing the MPTC Firearms Range. Confirms with incoming lead, department, or instructor trainers that certified MPTC instructors are assigned to each program utilizing the facility.
• Coordinate with State-wide Firearms Coordinator, State-wide Defensive Tactics and Use of Force Coordinator on the scheduling of specialized training programs and upcoming classes.
• Prepare for upcoming classes by identifying lesson plans and slide decks appropriate for the training, communicating with the attendees regarding scheduling and distributing necessary materials for the classes. Act as point of contact for class attendees.
• Develop and administer evaluation surveys at the completion of a class, analyze data collected, and compile data into associated reports.
• Responsible for setting up classrooms and creating signage, nametags, and rosters for each class.
• Responsible for keeping the training calendar for the applied training facility and notifying the Range Manager and Range Specialist/Supervisor of any conflicts or issues.
• Responsible for updating the MPTC database, Acadis, with information regarding completed classes to ensure accurate training records for attendees and departments.
• Responsible for notifying departments and other agencies of available trainings, as well as seeking out the training needs of departments.
• Create surveys for usage and assess needs of law enforcement agencies.
• Partner with the Operations and Facilities on the upkeep and maintenance of the Firearms Range and Defensive Tactics Gym.
• Responsible for facility and range supply inventory management. This will include partnering with the Fiscal Team to procure and order supplies, as well maintaining an inventory, implementing inventory control methods, and managing storage areas.
• Perform other related duties as required and assigned.
• This will primarily be an on-site position, with limited remote work available.

First consideration will be given to those applicants that apply within the first 14 days.

• Strong administrative, communication, and conflict resolution skills.
• Knowledge of firearms and safety protocol.
• Applicant has a current MA License to Carry (preferred but not required).
• Familiarity with MA Firearms Law.
• Experience…