Training Supervisor - Residential

Title:

Training Supervisor Residential

State Role

Title:

Trainer and Instructor III

Hiring Range: $87,772 to $95,178

Pay Band: 5

Agency:
Department of Juvenile Justice

Location:

DJJ Training Academy

Agency Website:(Use the "Apply for this Job" box below)..gov

Recruitment Type:
General Public - G

Job Duties

The Virginia Department of Juvenile Justice (DJJ) protects the public by preparing court-involved youth to be successful citizens. DJJ is committed to excellence in public safety by providing effective interventions that improve the lives of youth, strengthening both families and communities within the Commonwealth.

DJJ is currently seeking a Training Supervisor for Residential Programs. This role Supervise training staff and programs dedicated to the development of residential employees, by providing leadership, supervision, guidance, and support to the training staff, conducting needs assessment, overseeing the development and delivery of courses and/or onsite training, and participating on assigned work groups. This position is critical in the agency's ability to comply with legal and regulatory requirements and to hire, develop, and retain a highly proficient workforce.

Job responsibilities include, but not limited to:

* Ability to interpret and apply policies, procedures, regulations, and laws, and adjust to the changing needs of the organization.

* Ability to effectively supervise a professional team of trainers.

* Communicate verbally and in writing, at all levels, to promote cooperation between management, peers, staff, and customers; and provide exceptional customer service.

* Become certified and maintain certification as a Handle with Care (use of force) and Red Cross instructor.

Please note this role will require a valid driver's license and ability to travel within the state on an as needed basis to deliver training, facilitate group processes, monitor training, and/or provide training consultation, as well as adhere to state travel reimbursement guidelines.

Minimum Qualifications

* Considerable knowledge of criminal justice, secure residential programs, adolescent behavior management, and safety & security.

* Demonstrated skills in the delivery of training to an adult audience, utilizing a variety of training interventions, as well as curriculum design, needs assessment, and evaluation methods.

* Demonstrated ability to teach; train others in presentation methods; develop instructional plans and supporting materials; to prepare training aids; and to supervise comprehensive training programs.

* Demonstrated ability to organize and schedule own work and supervise and direct the day-to-day activities of others.

Additional Considerations

* Knowledge of DJJ procedures and JCC operations.

* Experience in training program design, development, and supervision.

* Experience delivering formal classroom training and/or field-based/on-the-job training to an adult audience in a juvenile justice or criminal justice environment.

* Certification as a Red Cross and/or Handle with Care instructor.

* Experience working in juvenile justice, corrections, jail, law enforcement, criminal justice academy, and/or other closely related field.

Special Instructions

You will be provided a confirmation of receipt when your application and/or résumé is submitted successfully. Please refer to "Your Application" in your account to check the status of your application for this position.

Lay off Policy 1.3:
If you have been affected by DHRM Policy 1.3 layoff and possess a valid Interagency Placement Screening Form (Yellow Card) or a Preferential Hiring Form (Blue Card), you must submit the card before the closing date for this position. The Card may be submitted with the state application as an attachment.

DJJ Welcomes Veterans: DJJ is committed to hiring and retaining veterans. If applicable, please submit form DD-214 with your state application. Please include your name and the position number in which you are applying along with the DD-214.

Supplemental Questions:
You may be required to respond to position-specific questions at the end of this application. This information may help us evaluate your credentials and qualifications for the job. Failure to respond to any questions may disqualify you from further consideration.

Status Updates/Confirmation:
Once you submit your online application, you will instantly receive an application confirmation number. You may use this number to track the status of your application during the recruitment process. Please refer to your account for the status of your application. Updates will not be provided via telephone.

Reasonable accommodations are available to persons with disabilities during application and/or interview processes per the Americans with Disabilities Act. Contact our Human Resources Department for further assistance.

Equal Opportunity

Employer:

The Department of Juvenile Justice practices fair and equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants in accordance with applicable laws and regulations. It is our policy to…