Training Sergeant

Government of Alberta • Edmonton, Alberta, Canada • 5h ago

Job Information

Role Responsibilities

Developing and designing induction training programs that ensure correctional and public security professionals continually have the skills, knowledge and abilities necessary to fulfill their responsibilities in a safe and proficient manner.
Oversees and manages the delivery of training including ensuring qualified trainers/instructors are available.
Proactively developing and maintaining productive working partnerships with Training Academy staff, Ministry staff, other GoA ministries, subject matter experts and other stakeholders to provide relevant current and future training programs.
Proactively researching best practices and doing needs assessment to determine and recommend training initiatives, assessments, tools, etc. for enhancing the learning experience and the ability to apply train to increase job performance.
Contribute to Training Academy's Culture and Leadership by:
Promoting collaboration and positive relationships within and across groups and builds commitment to reach desired results.
Ensuring communication is ongoing by setting up processes or structures that facilitate communication and collaboration.
Considering how changes might impact colleagues, clients and stakeholders and actively seeks input and involvement.
Building trust by being open to perspectives while looking for long-term and mutually beneficial outcomes.
As a member of the Training Academy, contributes to the success of the Training Academy in achieving its mandate.

Knowledge Skills \& Abilities:

Peace Officer Act and regulations.
Delegated authority given to the Training Academy by the Director of Law. Enforcement regarding Peace Officer training.
Development of policies, processes, accreditation criteria.
Adult learning theories with experience applying theory into practice through the provision of training and/or adult learning initiatives.
Designing, developing, delivering and evaluating training initiatives.
Different training delivery methodologies, emerging methods, technology and tools.
Research methodologies.
Ministry business strategies, priorities, programs, and resources.
GoA learning, training and development initiatives and strategies.
Systems Thinking: You consistently take a holistic and long-term view of challenges and opportunities at multiple levels across related areas.
Build Collaborative Environments: You lead and contribute to the conditions and environments that allow people to work collaboratively and productively to achieve outcomes.
Creative Problem Solving: You are able to assess options, and implications in new ways to achieve outcomes and solution.
Drive for Results: You are able to determine what outcomes are important and maximize the use of resources to achieve results that are aligned with the goals of the organization, while maintaining accountability to each other and all stakeholders.
Develop Self and Others: You have a commitment to ongoing learning and desire to invest in the development of the long-term capability of not only yourself but others as well.
Agility: You can anticipate, assess, and readily adapt to changing priorities, maintain resilience in times of uncertainty and effectively work in a changing environment.
Develop Networks: You proactively build networks, connecting and building trust in relationships with different stakeholders.

Qualifications Required:

University graduation in a related field; Criminal Justice, law Enforcement, Public Safety, Public Administration, Adult Education plus 2 years progressively responsible related experience; Academy Instructor, Field Training Officer, Training Coordinator, Tactical Training Sergeant.
Completion of a law enforcement induction training program from a recognized institution or agency (Alberta Public Safety and Emergency Services Training Academy, Ontario Police College, Edmonton Police Service, etc.) is required.
Valid Alberta Driver's License would be required.
Current Training Academy or related instructor qualifications (Essential Facilitations, Control Tactics, Firearms, EVOC, First Aid, etc.).
Working experience in leadership roles/initiatives (Peer Support Program, Field Training Officer, etc.).
Working Experience in formal training, education and experience instructing using adult learning principles.
Contributing to workplace culture through special projects and initiatives.
1 year of education for 1 year of experience; or
1 year of experience for 1 year of education.

Notes

This position averages 40 hours per week.
Hours of Work 7:45am - 4:45pm, Monday to Friday.
This is a temporary position for 2 years located at Alberta Training Academy, 1568-Hector Road NW, Edmonton.
Occasional evening and weekend hours work is required, as well as travel within the province.
Travel will be required as an on needed basis.

Please note:

Final candidates will be required to undergo a security screening.
Any costs associated with obtaining the required documents/checks as noted or interview travel expenses, will be the responsibility of the candidate.
Out-of-province applicants can obtain the required documents/checks from the province they currently reside in.
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Positive workplace culture and work-life balance.
Leadership and mentorship programs.

How To Apply

Government of Alberta

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