Training Specialist - Academy - Training

Overview

Posting Type: Open Competitive

Work Type: Full Time

Nature of Work: This is administrative work in the Omaha Police Department which involves a variety of specialized and responsible work in the administration, processing, and coordination of a comprehensive police training program. This is achieved through planning and managing of various activities and assignments, including the maintenance of training files and proofs of Commission on Accreditation for Law Enforcement (CALEA) and Nebraska Law Enforcement Training Center (NLETC) compliance.

Performs a variety of complex and clerical administrative work. In addition, this position is responsible for coordination and maintenance of department training programs files. Works in partnership with other employees, departments/divisions and agencies in assisting and delivering services. An incumbent in this position exercises considerable independence in the performance of duties and receives general guidance from a supervisor.

Education and Experience: The knowledge, skills, and abilities may be acquired through, but are not limited to, the following combination of education and/or experience.

• Bachelors degree AND Two (2) years of experience in a teaching capacity OR An equivalent combination of education and experience.

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Qualifications:

Pay Range: $58,718.40 with step increases to $83,054.40 Annually

Benefits: Forty-hour work week. Paid leave per year: twelve days vacation; five days management; fifteen days sick; and fifteen holidays. Employee's group health insurance, including major medical, vision, and dental, for individual or family. Defined benefit pension plan, plus Social Security, and more. See hr.cityofomaha.org for detailed information.

Who Can Apply: Any person who meets the qualifications and other requirements described in this posting.

How to Apply: Completed City of Omaha employment applications must be submitted using the online application from the City website. It is the sole responsibility of the applicant to check and ensure that any and all required application materials and supplemental forms are received by the City of Omaha Human Resources Department by the stated deadline. You may confirm receipt of any materials and forms by contacting the Human Resources Department.

If the materials are not received in the Human Resources Department by the stated deadline, they will not be considered. There will be no exceptions to this rule.

Examination Information: The examination will consist of a training and experience form designed to assess job-related knowledge, skills, and abilities of the position. The training and experience form will be given to candidates once their application has been received, reviewed by a recruiter, and accepted to test for the position. The form must be completed and returned to the Human Resources Department by February 24, 2026 (passing score 60%).

Final eligibility list will be the training and experience form weighted 100%.

Veteran Points: To claim five (5) points for veteran's preference, you must submit proof of service (such as a DD-214) that includes the date of induction, date of honorable separation, and Social Security number. (You must have completed more than 180 consecutive days of active duty.) To receive an additional five (5) points credit for disability, you must submit proof of eligibility from the United States Department of Veterans Affairs dated within the last 12 months.

This information must be submitted to the Human Resources Department by February 24, 2026.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Knowledge of the functions and services provided by bureaus and units within the Police Department, other city departments, and community agencies
• Knowledge of the content of the American Constitution and all laws as they apply to the rights of individuals, rules of evidence, warrants, search and seizures, and all court processes and procedures
• Knowledge of the English language, grammar, usage, punctuation, and sentence structure
• Knowledge of and ability to operate a computer or other technology using standard or customized computer or systems software applications appropriate to the assigned tasks
• Ability to learn and adapt to advances in computer, mobile, and electronic device technology and software
• Ability to learn basic police operations, fundamentals of learning, lesson plan preparation, training techniques, and methods of presentation
• Ability to learn and apply knowledge of law enforcement accreditation standards, including management philosophies and operations, and related familiarity with state, federal, and other local agencies and organizations
• Ability to be flexible, innovative, and to work independently
• Ability to adapt to multiple demands or changing priorities, accommodate emergencies, and be responsive to direction
• Ability to accept and apply changes and new approaches
• Ability to handle distractions and maintain quality of work
• Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in…