PT- Special Projects Assistant; Civilian Training

Equal Employment Opportunity

The City of Little Rock provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. City of Little Rock complies with applicable state and local laws governing non-discrimination in employment in every work location.

This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including, but not limited to, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

Job Objective: To provide non-instructor support to the Little Rock Police Department Training Division in the development, coordination, and implementation of training objectives for Police Recruits and sworn Police Officers. The Part‑Time Civilian Training Assistant works directly under sworn Training Instructors and serves as primary support staff for training‑related administrative and logistical functions.

Note: The Commission on Law Enforcement Standards and Training (CLEST) does not recognize past Instructor Development or Firearms Instructor certifications obtained in a sworn capacity once an individual transitions to a civilian role. Therefore, the individual in this position is not authorized to instruct or evaluate sworn personnel unless CLEST specifically approves them to teach a subject as a recognized expert.

This position is designated as a safety/security sensitive position and is subject to random drug and alcohol screening.

For a complete list of essential job functions please .

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Three to five years of experience working as a police officer.
• At least one year of personal computer experience.
• Valid Arkansas Class D (Non‑Commercial Vehicle) Driver’s License.
• Experience in training certified law enforcement officers.

• Online applications only.
• Provide complete work history.
• Responses to supplemental questions are required; failure to fully answer all supplemental questions may result in rejection of the application.
• Applicant records will remain active for up to six months and may be used to fill future openings with the same or similar minimum qualifications.
• All communication regarding application status will be sent to candidates via text message or email address listed on account. Applicants may check status by logging into their Neo Gov account or contacting Human Resources at (501) 371‑4590 if they are having computer difficulties.

• Regular part‑time employees who work 1,500 hours shall receive six days of sick leave upon completion of the 1,500 hours. Unused sick leave may accumulate to a maximum of fifteen days (120 hours).
• Vacation leave accrual:
  • Up to 10 years of service (40 hrs.) – 5 days per year.
  • 10 years or more (60 hrs.) – 7½ days per year.