Training Specialist - Public Safety

Training Specialist-Public Safety

Under the direction of the Sergeant, the Training Specialist-Public Safety assesses training needs, develops and delivers security training, and evaluates results. Training includes classroom, hands-on, and field instruction. Key areas include security operations, emergency preparedness, leadership, customer service, Tribal public safety, and enterprise-wide security awareness. Ensures all training aligns with policy and supports organizational security goals.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

1. Delivers instruction in various formats on essential public safety skills, policies, procedures, and initiatives. Exercise independent judgement in evaluating training performance and making qualification decisions to ensure standards are met.

2. Creates, develops, and implements training initiatives that align with departmental objectives and regulatory requirements. Assist in the development, execution, and upkeep of a thorough training program, concentrating on identifying gaps in controls, processes, and policies.

3. Serves as a subject matter expert and spearhead training initiatives for DPS and related Casino and Tribal departments, concentrating on prevention, response readiness, leadership, customer service, and security operations.

4. Assists in curriculum development and creation on instructional materials, including training materials, handbooks, training bulletins, and other visual aids as needed.

5. Evaluates training courses and material for improvement opportunities.

6. Coordinates additional training with other Law Enforcement, Educational Institutions, and Organizations.

7. May assume Public Safety Officer duties in emergency situations.

8. Performs other duties as assigned to support the efficient operation of the department.

Education, Experience And Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required.
• Bachelor's degree in Criminal Justice, Organizational Leadership and Education preferred.
• Minimum three (3) years of recent experience with law enforcement or related field required.
• Experience as a trainer or instructor within a public safety environment preferred.
• Related, relevant, and/or direct experience may be considered in lieu of minimum educational requirements indicated above.

Knowledge, Skills And Abilities (KSA)

• Must possess demonstrated knowledge of California Bureau of Security and Investigative Services (BSIS) policies and procedures.
• Must possess excellent customer service skills.
• Must have experience in building relationships across organizational lines.
• Must possess strong organizational, communication, and project management skills.
• Must be proficient in the use of Microsoft Office Suite to include Outlook, Word, and PowerPoint.
• Must have the ability to observe situations analytically, objectively, and to record pertinent information accurately and completely while providing service with skill, firmness, tact, and professionalism.
• Must accurately recall and express oneself clearly and concisely, orally and in writing.
• Must remain calm under stressful conditions, exercise reasonable judgment and make sound decisions especially during emergency situations.
• Knowledge of criminal law, gaming, Indian gaming and casino related operations, criminal investigation techniques and related vicarious civil and legal liabilities such as public law 280, search and seizure, use of force, lawful detention, and probable cause preferred.
• Knowledge of the security and/or educational industry and developed relationships with a variety of professionals is highly desired.

Licenses, Certifications And Registrations

• At the discretion of the San Manuel Tribal Gaming Commission, you may be required to obtain and maintain a gaming license.
• Must obtain and maintain a valid California Bureau of Security and Investigative Services (BSIS) Guard and exposed Firearm permit and Firearm certification within 120 days of employment.
• Must be able to possess a firearm registered to the applicant.
• Must pass all quarterly BSIS firearms qualification course with registered approved firearm.
• Instructor certified in firearms, CPR/First Aid, defensive tactics, and Taser.
• Authorized Driver: Role requires operation or driving of Tribe-owned vehicles or driving patron vehicles. A valid driver's license with an acceptable driving record as determined by the insurance carrier is required.

Physical Requirements/ Working Conditions Environment

• Primary work environment is in climate-controlled office and gaming facility and in outdoor areas.
• Work requires travel to attend meetings, trade shows, and conferences.
• Incumbents may be required to work evening, weekend and holiday shifts.
• Must be able to work in a fast-paced, high-demand environment.
• Strength sufficient to exert up to 100 pounds of force occasionally and/or a negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects and/or move up to 25 pounds occasionally.
• Sedentary work: involves sitting most of the time. Constantly operates a computer and other office productivity machinery, such as a calculator, copy machine, and computer printer.
• Physical activities that apply to the essential functions of the position are balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, reaching, pushing, pulling, lifting, grasping, talking, hearing, and repetitive motions.
• Hearing sufficient to hear conversational levels in person, via videoconference and over the telephone.
• Speech sufficient to make oneself heard and understood in person, in front of groups, in meetings, via videoconference and over the telephone.
• Visual acuity that meets the requirements of the position: The worker is required to have close visual acuity to perform an activity such as preparing and analyzing data and figures; transcribing; viewing a computer terminal; expansive reading and visual inspection of employees, visitors or facility.
• Mobility sufficient to safely move in an office environment, walk, stoop, bend and kneel, and enter, exit and operate a motor vehicle in the course of travel to promotional events, meetings, conferences, trade shows and San Manuel properties.
• Endurance sufficient to sit, walk and stand for extended periods, and maintain efficiency throughout the entire work shift and during extended work hours.
• The employee may be exposed to fumes or airborne particles including secondhand smoke.
• Must be able to maintain an acceptable level of physical condition.
• Physically able to withstand the challenges of extensive walking, climbing, and descending numerous interior and external stairs, including multi-level building facilities.
• Must be able to work long hours under difficult and arduous conditions, frequently exposed to outside weather conditions, and moderate noise levels (loud music), while standing or sitting for extended periods of time.
• Must maintain care and control of authorized equipment and issued uniforms.
• Employee may be exposed to electrical currents of up to 50,000 volts.
• Employee must use hands or feet in self-defense, use physical force to maintain or protect life, physically restrain individuals, break up fights, run after fleeing person, subdue and/or tackle individuals, run up and/or downstairs, and stand continuously for more than half of the work shift.

Reasonable accommodation will be made in compliance with all applicable law.

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