POSITION TITLE: Program Coordinator/Instructor

FLSA STATUS: Salary Exempt

REPORTS TO: Executive Director

JOB TYPE: Fulltime

SALARY: $51,500

BENEFITS: Paid holidays, vacation, sick leave, healthcare coverage, employer funded SEP account.

POSITION SUMMARY:

The Program Coordinator/Instructor is to ensure all training conducted on behalf of the Missouri Sheriffs’ Association is compliant with Missouri POST standards as well as Academy rules and regulations. In addition, the position works closely with the academy site coordinators and oversees the day-to-day operation of the basic Academy.

PRIMARY RELATIONSHIPS:

The position reports to the executive director and participates with the board of directors, executive director and other management staff in charting the direction of the organization, assuring its accountability to all clients, and ensuring its effective operation. Within the organization the position has primary working relationships with the executive director, director of marketing, support staff of the organization, and the service providers. Outside the agency, the position coordinates with POST, members of the community, vendors and the organization’s clients.

PRIMARY DUTIES & RESPONSIBILTIES:

1. Ensure compliance with Missouri POST standards in all training conducted by or on behalf of the Missouri Sheriffs’ Association, to include any such training that the Association may agree to umbrella for POST CLEE credits.

2. Coordinate, develop and direct various training conferences conducted by MSA, to include scheduling instructors, guest speakers, developing training agenda, ensuring compliance with POST CLEE requirements and operational functions required to conduct conferences and trainings.

3. Develop new continuing education programs/courses, writing lesson plans.

4. Communicate with sheriffs’ offices to assist in the assessment of and scheduling for training needs.

5. Work closely with academy site coordinators, providing guidance and oversite to ensure compliance with POST and Academy standards.

6. Assist site coordinators in obtaining and scheduling Academy instructors and resolving scheduling conflicts should they arise.

7. Serve as an instructor when so required or directed.

8. Perform unannounced academy site visits during the course of the class.

9. Ensure compliance with all rules, regulations, policies and procedures of the Missouri Sheriffs’ Association governing site coordinators, instructors, and trainees.

10. Investigate all internal or external complaints assigned by the executive director.

a. Complaints and / or violations of POST mandated requirements.

b. Complaints and / or violations of Academy rules or regulations.

11. Facilitate equipment movement.

12. Screen and approve basic academy applicants.

13. Conduct other duties as the executive director may require.

SECONDARY DUTIES & RESPONSIBILTIES:

1. Learning management system software administration, documentation, tracking, reporting and delivery of educational courses, training programs or learning development programs.

2. Schedule, facilitate, administer, record and rebroadcast webinars and other remote presentations.

3. Fleet and equipment maintenance.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

1. Strong creative, organizational, analytical, and interpersonal personal skills.

2. Demonstrated successful experience in writing, making presentations and negotiation.

3. Demonstrated experience and knowledge in the areas of management, supervision, investigative techniques, organizational skills, communication skills and written communication.

4. Commitment to working with shared leadership and in cross-functional teams.

5. Strong oral and written communications skills.

6. Ability to manage multiple projects at a time.

7. Eligible to be licensed as a Missouri POST Generalist instructor.

8. A working knowledge of Microsoft computer programs including Word, Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint and pdf documents as well as the ability to learn audio visual equipment operations.

9. Computer literacy in word processing, data base management and page layout.

10. Experience with learning management software and applications.

11. Working and operational knowledge and understanding of webinar and remote presentation platforms.

12. Working knowledge of conference call equipment, software, scheduling, and recording.

WORKING CONDITIONS:

1. General office environment. Work is generally sedentary in nature, but may require standing, walking, stooping, and bending for up to 30% of the time.

2. The working environment is generally favorable. Lighting and temperature are adequate, and there are no hazardous or unpleasant conditions caused by noise, dust, etc.

3. Work is generally performed within an office environment, with standard office equipment available.

4. The Program Coordinator/Instructor works a standard work week, but additionally will often work evening, weekend, and holiday hours to accommodate required activities.

5. Out-of-town, overnight travel is required.

6. Public speaking and presentations are required.

7. Remote workspace options are negotiable.

REQUIREMENTS:

1. Minimum of 5 years of law enforcement experience.

2. Minimum of 3 years classroom instruction experience.

3. Successful completion of a POST approved Instructor Development Course.

4. Possess a valid Missouri Class E or higher driver’s license.

a. No more than 3 traffic violation convictions in the last 5 years.

b. No license suspensions, DWIs or illegal drug use in the last 10 years.

5. No criminal history as outlined in Section 590.080.1 and Section 590.100.1, RSMo.

6. Must be able to lift and carry up to 50 pounds unassisted.

7. The skill to connect, pull and back a trailer.

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