Public Safety Training Instructor 1 - Dekalb RYDC - Decatur, GA (FSC)

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Job Title: Public Safety Training Instructor 1 - Dekalb RYDC - Decatur, GA (FSC)Agency: Department of Juvenile Justice Job Requisition ID: JR0000002639Shift: Any (United States of America)Compensation Details: $46,933.00 Job Description: Job Summary: Under supervision, develops and instructs multiple courses of staff development and training established for enforcement/prevention. Provides specialized training in assigned fields.

Primary Duties & Responsibilities: Acts as lead worker for other public safety training staff Administers and scores tests and quizzes Develops instructional material and teaching aids; updates training materials to reflect current developments Inspects facilities and equipment regularly to identify and correct unsafe conditions Maintains accurate training records; provides certificates Makes recommendations for improvement of courses Plans, coordinates and schedules multiple training courses or programs Rates trainees during field exercises, enforces safety protocols Trains students in critical public safety skills or specialties by demonstrating skills and techniques correctly.

Entry Qualifications: High school diploma/GED, and one (1) year of work experience in law enforcement, corrections, firefighting, EMS, or rescue service, one (1) year of which is involved in providing training applicable to the area of assignment as an adjunct instructor or as a field training officer on special assignment. Must be eligible to obtain Georgia P.O.S.T. General Instructor certification under applicable profession and any required Georgia P.O.S.T. specialty instructor certifications.

Benefits: In addition to a competitive salary & benefits, GA Department of Juvenile Justice is part of a statewide initiative called Total Rewards that seeks to attract and retain employees by supplementing their base pay and benefits with programs designed to improve the quality of their work environment and lead to greater job satisfaction and work/life balance. Eligible employees are offered generous benefits, including health and dental insurance; retirement and savings plan options; and paid holidays, vacation, and sick leave. We are a qualified employer for the Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program. For more information, visit https://djj.georgia.gov/Online-Applications/employee-benefits

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Minimum Qualifications: High school diploma/GED, and one (1) year of work experience in law enforcement, corrections, firefighting, EMS, or rescue service, one (1) year of which is involved in providing training applicable to the area of assignment as an adjunct instructor or as a field training officer on special assignment. Must be eligible to obtain Georgia P.O.S.T. General Instructor certification under applicable profession and any required Georgia P.O.S.T. specialty instructor certifications. Equal Employment Opportunity Employer The State of Georgia does not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, disability, or other protected categories in employment or the provision of services. Qualified applicants may request reasonable accommodation when needed during the application and/or screening process by contacting the appropriate agency Human Resources department.