Training Officer (20084610) ( 2600079H )

Organization :

Rehabilitation & Correction -

Operation Support Center Agency Contact Name and Information :

vlora.mcafee@drc.ohio.gov

Unposting Date :

Oct 11, 2026, 11:59:00

PM Work Location :

DRC Central Office-Pickaway 11781 State Route 762 Orient 43146

Primary Location :

United States of America-OHIO-Pickaway County Compensation :

$28.76

Schedule :

Full-time Classified Indicator :

Classified Union :

OCSEA Primary Job Skill :

Training Technical Skills :

Firearms, Communications, Corrections, Training Professional Skills :

Coaching, Developing Others, Public Speaking, Teamwork, Time Management Agency Overview Who We Are… Guided by a single mission "To reduce recidivism among those we touch," the Ohio Department of Rehabilitation and Correction believes that everyone is capable of positive change. Our staff embrace these core values and serves as role models for pro-social behavior conveying an attitude of dignity and respect in the treatment of others. What We Do… The Ohio Department of Rehabilitation and Correction has been tasked with front line crime reduction through rehabilitative treatment and programming efforts provided in a safe, secure and humane correctional environment and effective community supervision. Our goal is to protect the public through helping individuals turn away from crime and become productive, contributing members of our communities, ensuring a safer Ohio for all Ohioans now and in the future. To learn more about our agency, please visit our website at www.drc.ohio.gov Are You Ready? We are thrilled to see that you are interested in beginning your career with the Ohio Department of Rehabilitation and Correction! Without a doubt, this will be the most rewarding and meaningful work you'll ever find with a work family that is second to none! Job Duties The Job Opportunity and Duties… Requires considerable knowledge of management science in order to; instructs New Employee Orientation (NEO) and in-service training to include but not limited to the following areas: firearms, unarmed self-defense, cardio-pulmonary resuscitation (CPR), OC (pepper spray) and transportation procedures; instructs students Demonstrates techniques to students Provides for classroom, gymnasium and firing range safety for students and co-workers and conducts proficiency assessments (testing) of students from publicly and privately operated entities on all portions of the NEO curriculum and any in-service training curriculum with the following exception: shall not conduct proficiency assessment (testing) of students from privately operated DRC Correctional Institutions in the areas of unarmed self-defense and firearms Assists with the annual review of NEO curriculum; makes recommendations for changes and writes lesson plans as directed Attends training sessions for initial instruction and re-certification as required Must obtain initial physical skills instructor certification within probationary period Attends required academy training officers meetings and staff meetings and serves on committees as required Required to maintain certification as an instructor in areas to include but not limited to the following: firearms, unarmed self-defense, cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR), OC (pepper spray) and transportation procedures Operates audio/visual equipment to include but not limited to: VCR's, DVD Players, video cameras, digital cameras, overhead projectors, LED machines and computers; completes monthly sanitations reports and other training documents Makes recommendations and requests to purchases of training supplies and equipment as necessary Attends meetings, trainings and conferences May give presentations and conduct training Works on special projects and/or committees as assigned Qualifications 6 courses in human resources, education, sociology or psychology or 18 mos exp in preparing informational or instructional programs; 18 mos trg or 18 mos exp in public speaking or effective communications skills; 3 mos trg or 3 mos exp in operating audio visual equipment. -Or equivalent of Minimum Class Qualifications For Employment noted above.

Job Skills:

Training Supplemental Information Application Procedures:

In order to be considered for this position, you must apply on-line through this posting website. (We no longer accept paper applications.) When completing your on-line Ohio Civil Service Application, be sure to clearly describe how you meet the minimum qualifications outlined on this job posting. We cannot give you credit for your qualifications, experience, education and training in the job selection process if you do not provide it in your on-line application. You can check the status of your application by signing into your profile on this website. We will communicate with you through the email you provided in your profile and job application. Be sure to check your email often. If you require a reasonable accommodation for the application process, please contact the Human Resources Office so proper arrangements can be made. Otherwise, you will be given specific instructions on requesting an accommodation if you are invited to an assessment and/or interview. The Ohio Department of Rehabilitation and Correction is a tobacco-free workplace.

Pre-Employment Drug Testing:

All final applicants tentatively selected for this position will be required to submit to urinalysis to test for illegal drug use prior to appointments. Testing will also be performed for the presence of marijuana. An applicant with a positive test shall not be offered employment unless the applicant submits medical documentation of legally prescribed medications or a recommendation for medical marijuana.

Pre-Employment Background Investigation:

The final applicant selected for the position will be required to undergo a criminal background check. An individual assessment of an applicant's prior criminal convictions will be made before excluding an applicant from consideration. The Ohio Department of Rehabilitation and Correction is prohibited from hiring: Individuals under a federal or state weapons disability if the position requires firearms certification/recertification and use; Individuals who have engaged in sexual abuse in a prison or other confinement facility; have been civilly or administratively adjudicated, or convicted of engaging or attempting to engage in sexual activity in the community facilitated by force, implied threats of force, or if the victim did not or was unable to consent; Individuals convicted of soliciting or providing support for an act of terrorism, terrorism, or money laundering to support terrorism; Individuals who have been convicted of or pled guilty to a felony where a direct correlation exists between the position and prior criminal behavior.