Law Enforcement Training Coordinator

Job Description

Job ID: 36382
Agency: Office of Attorney General, Division of Criminal Investigation
Location:Pierre, SDSalary: $73,193.10 annually Pay Grade: J
Closing Date: Open Until Filled

This is a full-time position with the Office of the Attorney General. For more information on the Office of the Attorney General, please visit .

The South Dakota Division of Criminal Investigation is hiring and we are looking for motivated, professional individuals ready to commit in making South Dakota a safer place. We provide training and support to allow the successful applicant an opportunity to make a difference every single day in an organization unlike any other in our state. For over 75 years, the South Dakota Division of Criminal investigation has been the employer of highly dedicated individuals who serve the state by finding solutions and solving crimes. In this hands-on and fast paced environment, we focus on teamwork, building relationships and putting people first.

The DCI Law Enforcement Training (LET) Coordinator is responsible for coordinating basic and advanced law enforcement training courses. Duties include:

• recruiting and selecting instructors (adjunct, vendor or contractor);
• developing training schedules;
• providing course materials to students and instructors;
• ensuring classroom and range readiness;
• supervising student and instructor behavior in classroom and dormitory setting;
• enforcing student academic, disciplinary, and performance standards;
• developing lesson plans and other course materials;
• managing training resources and facilities;
• assessing the effectiveness of course materials and instructor delivery;
• maintaining course and student records - paper and electronic;
• establishing and maintaining a positive rapport with SD law enforcement agencies;
• providing instruction to basic and advanced students as needed, based on qualifications;
• providing instruction of arrest and control tactic techniques for basic and advanced training.

This position may involve periodic travel as needed for work or training.

Licenses and Certifications:
The incumbent will be sponsored by Law Enforcement Training to attend any trainings or certifications necessary to be proficient in training duties.

The Ideal Candidate Will Have:
Knowledge of:

• basic law enforcement operations;
• adult learning techniques, principles and methods;
• arrest and control tactic techniques;
• use of force law and de-escalation training;
• effective use of training materials;
• Microsoft office products and software.

Skill to:

• use computers to send email, enter data, and use Microsoft Office products;
• prioritize, organize, and manage multiple tasks
• experience with developing new curriculum
• develop learning objectives, lesson plans, and evaluation tools;
• teach and demonstrate arrest and control tactic techniques;

Ability to:

• solve problems and resolve conflicts;
• providing instruction to basic and advanced students as needed, based on qualifications;
• communicate effectively both orally and in writing;
• build and maintain effective relationships with internal and external stakeholders;
• provide recommendations to correct student performance or behavioral issues;
• participate in intensive training up to 10 hours per day;
• attend applicable training to better perform job duties;
• work well with others and be a team player.

Additional Requirements: To be considered, please submit a resume and letter of interest.

This position is exempt from the Civil Service Act.

This position is eligible for Veterans' Preference per ARSD 55:10:02:08.

Successful applicant(s) will be required to undergo a background investigation. An arrest/conviction record will not necessarily bar employment.

Successful applicant(s) will undergo an abuse and neglect screening. Offers of employment are conditional upon successful completion of a drug screening.

NCRC: If you possess a National Career Readiness Certificate, please submit the certificate with your application. For more information on how to acquire a National Career Readiness Certificate contact a South Dakota Department of Labor and Regulation Job Service Office. A certificate is not necessary to be considered.

The State of South Dakota does not sponsor work visas for new or existing employees. All persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and complete an Employment Eligibility Verification, Form I-9. The State of South Dakota as an employer will be using E-Verify to complete employment eligibility verification upon hire.

The State of South Dakota offers $0 premium employee health insurance option plus eleven paid holidays, generous vacation and sick leave accrual, dental, vision, and other insurance options, and retirement benefits. You can view our benefits information here . This position is a member of Class A retirement under SDRS.

Must apply online:
You must apply online, emailed resumes or submissions will not be accepted.
South Dakota Bureau of Human Resources and Administration
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"An Equal Opportunity Employer"

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