Training Administrator

Benefits Information This job posting is anticipated to remain open until July 31st, 2026 Full-time employees will enjoy a competitive benefits package with options for you and your family including: Paid Time Off Paid Holidays 401(k) Matching Health Insurance Vision Insurance Life Insurance Health Savings Account Tuition Reimbursement Employee Discount Reduced Tuition Rates Disability Insurance Employee Assistance Program 401(k) Pet Insurance Dental Insurance Paid Training Flexible Spending Account The compensation and benefits information is accurate as of the date of this posting. The Company reserves the right to modify this information at any time, with or without notice, subject to applicable law. Equal Opportunity Employer Overview Are you looking for a career you can feel good about? We hire only those that strive to do their best. By joining our family, you'll receive the honor and recognition that comes with working for the industry's global leader in evidenced based rehabilitation. Who We Are: GEO provides complementary, turnkey solutions for numerous government partners worldwide across a spectrum of diversified correctional and community reentry services. From the development of state-of-the-art facilities and the provision of management services and evidence-based rehabilitation to the post-release reintegration and supervision of individuals in the community, GEO offers fully diversified, cost-effective services that deliver enhanced quality and improved outcomes. Why Work for GEO: We believe that work is more than a place you go to every day. It is about being inspired and motivated to achieve extraordinary things. Employee benefits play an important role in making The GEO Group a great place to work. At GEO, we believe in the three pillars of employee wellbeing: physical, emotional, and financial. With comprehensive benefits and competitive wages, we trust that you will find all the resources you need here to be successful. Responsibilities Summary: The Training Administrator is responsible for planning, implementing, and evaluating internal and external training programs for correctional and administrative staff designed to achieve specific contract and organizational learning objectives through classroom, practical application, and supervised on-the-job training programs. Some curriculum development may be required to meet the needs of the client. Primary Duties and Responsibilities: The Training Administrator identifies facility training needs and develops an annual training plan. Designs, develops, and/or acquires training programs to be implemented within the facility which complies with specific contract and/or organizational training programs and have proven positive results. Supports immediate and long-range facility and organizational goals and objectives by investigating and evaluating existing training programs and developing or acquiring new programs and ensuring their successful implementation. Recommends new training programs and provides quantitative support for them. The Training Administrator investigates available training methods and procedures to determine the most effective manner in which to conduct programs. Works directly with management in the development of new employee orientation, pre-service, on-the job, in-service specialized, contractor and volunteer training. Seeks to update and improve training materials and delivery. The Training Administrator administers programs by coordinating and instructing (or obtaining the instruction) for all training courses for correctional and non-correctional personnel including contractors and volunteers. Constantly interacts with employees in the direct application of training materials. Provides or facilitates unit orientation classes for volunteers, contractors, or other personnel who are not employees of the facility. Manages the workflow and identifies and trains part-time/resource trainers to provide supplemental or support instruction. Documents employee training hours, reviews training records of security and non-security staff inclusive of contractors, volunteers, administrative staff, support staff, and specialist employees. Verifies that all certifications are current. Advises employees of recertification deadlines, working with employees to ensure certification remains current to client agency requirements. Makes recommendations to management when new employees are not appearing to meet the standard requirements of the facility. May maintain, or oversee the maintenance of, training records and monitors the progress and performance of those involved in the training programs. Ensures that all employees, volunteers, and contractors attend training sessions based on contractual and/or organizational policies. May manage the work of other employees. This may include selection, hiring, evaluating job performance, employee training/development, promoting and any disciplinary action, including termination. Performs other duties as assigned. Qualifications Minimum Requirements: High school diploma or equivalent certification required. Bachelor's degree in training, organizational development, communication, related field highly desired. Five (5) years progressive work experience in the field of corrections or law enforcement required including a minimum of one (1) year of correctional facility experience to provide effective training implementation and administration. (Five (5) years of comparable professional training experience may be substituted for corrections or law enforcement requirement at management’s discretion.) Certification as training instructor from a national or state recognized organization such as the National Institute of Corrections within 180 days of appointment to the position. Must meet or exceed all standards and qualifications required by contracting agency for Training Officers. Ability to act in a supervisory capacity and maintain close contact with all aspects of the training program and personnel. Must be able to motivate employees to strive for professionalism in the workplace. Must possess above average written and verbal communication skills. Must be able to develop written training lesson plans and proposals and verbally present them to diverse audiences. Must be current with all organizational and contractual policies, regulations, updates, and alterations that require incorporation into training courses. Must be able to use computer and the software application packages used by the facility. GEO Secured Services #J-18808-Ljbffr