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This position is only for honorably retired commissioned officers who have retired from the Employee Retirement Systems of Texas and whose last position was as a commissioned officer within the department and attained the rank of Trooper or higherConviction of State or Federal misdemeanor crimes of domestic violence disqualifies you for this positionMust have or obtain a Basic Instructor Certification issued by the Texas Commission on Law Enforcement (TCOLE).NOTE: If you are unsure of your TCOLE Status, please contact TCOLE at (512) 936-7700, option 4, then option 1 (Appointment, Certification, Reinstatement, and Reactivation staff) *This posting is regulated by the DPS Commissioned Retire/Rehire Program and Texas Government Code 659 and 812**PLEASE NOTE: All applications must contain complete job histories, which includes job title, dates of employment,name of employer, supervisor's name and phone number and a description of duties performed. If this information is not submitted, your application may be rejected because it is incomplete. Resumes do not take the place of this required information.SUBMITTED THROUGH WORK IN TEXAS: Work In Texas (WIT) applicants must complete the supplemental questions to be considered for the posting. In order to complete the supplemental questions please go to CAPPS Recruit to register or login and access your profile. Go to CAPPS Recruit to Sign In https://capps.taleo.net/careersection/ex/jobsearch.ftl?lang=enGENERAL DESCRIPTION: Perform advanced training work for the Training Operations Division. Serves as a Recruit Training Instructor, which involves planning, coordinating, organizing, and instructing recruit school course and operations. Assists in administrative duties to maintain and ensure efficiency and quality. Works under minimal supervision, with extensive latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment.ESSENTIAL DUTIES / RESPONSIBILITIES: 1.Oversee and supervise the Recruit School programs, services, and activities.2.Provide instruction and training in areas such as, but not limited to, Basic Peace Officer Courses, drill and ceremony, classroom etiquette and operations, and cafeteria etiquette and operations.3.Plan and direct training to support the program.4.Monitor the recruitsand#8217; progress, document results, and/or recommend remedial or corrective actions.5.Maintain accurate and timely records on recruits to support agency responsibilities and requirements; to include but not limited to, workerand#8217;s compensation, Veteranand#8217;s Assistance Benefits, employee time, and missed training.6.Maintains liaison with appropriate personnel and entities to collect and share relevant information7.Administers first aid in emergency situations, and contacts friends or relatives of deceased or injured individuals as needed.8.Answers inquiries pertaining to legal, policy, or procedural information.9.Plans and participates in safety programs.10.Provides guidance and leadership development to Recruits to improve their knowledge, skills, and operational effectiveness.11.Performs routine maintenance and servicing of assigned fleet vehicles, prepares activity, auto, mileage, repair, and gasoline consumption reports.12.Trains consistently with issued weapons and equipment and maintains all equipment in proper condition.13.Maintains proficiency in use of force tactics and uses appropriate force to avoid injury to self and others; trains consistently.14.Assists in administrative duties to maintain and ensure efficiency and quality.15.May conduct firearms training.16.May provide guidance to others.17.Respond to emergency situations, includingbut not limited to providing traffic direction, patrol security, shelter security, rescue, and humanitarian aid to local communities during natural disasters.18.Oversee the work of others. Assume responsibility for the operation of assigned area in the absence of the Sergeant.19.Attend work regularly and observe approved work hours in accordance with agency leave and attendance policies.20.Perform other duties as assigned.
Qualifications: GENERAL QUALIFICATIONS and REQUIREMENTS: Education and#8211; High school diploma or equivalent is required. Graduation from the Department of Public Safety Training Academy. Satisfactory service after graduation from the Training Academy. Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university with major coursework in criminal justice, corrections, criminology, police science, or a related field is generally preferred.Experience and#8211; Must be a retired commissioned officer who has retired from the Employees Retirement System of Texas and whose last position was as a commissioned officer within the department and attained the rank of Trooper or higher.Licensure and/or Certification and#8211; Must have or obtain a Basic Instructor Certification issued by the Texas Commission on Law Enforcement (TCOLE). Must have Texas a Department of Public Safety Recruit Training Instructor Program Certificate or the ability to obtain one within twelve (12) calendar months. Must have or obtain a Class B Bus License within (2) calendar months.Regulatory knowledge and#8211; Working knowledge of, or the ability to rapidly assimilate information related to TXDPS, State and Federal regulations, legislation, guidelines, policies and procedures. Law Enforcement Knowledge - Knowledge of police methods, traffic and criminal laws and regulations, Departmental policies and procedures, safety rules and regulations, and court systems and procedures. Ability to use and care for weapons, firearms, radar and radio equipment, and breath test instruments; to use appropriate physical and defensive tactics; to administer first aid; to operate law enforcement vehicles; to communicate effectively; and to provide guidance to others.Supervisory/Managerial/Leadership skills and#8211; Knowledge of management/supervisory methods and principles, performance/productivity standards, and fiscal/budget management. Ability to develop plans, policies, and procedures for efficient workflow and overall effectiveness. Ability to provide clear direction to others, promote teamwork and motivate others to accomplish goals.Technology and#8211; Proficiency with Microsoft Office and appropriate levels of proficiency with utilized software and systems (e.g. CAPPS, SharePoint) and be able to learn new software/systems. Interpersonal Skills and#8211; Must demonstrate an ability to exercise poise, tact, diplomacy and an ability to establish and maintain positive, working/professional relationships with internal/external customers. Must demonstrate DPSand#8217; core values: Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Teamwork.Organizational and Prioritization Skills and#8211; Must be organized, flexible, and able to effectively prioritize in a multi-demand and constantly changing environment; able to meet multiple and sometimes conflicting deadlines without sacrificing accuracy, timeliness or professionalism. Presentation/Communication Skills and#8211; Must be able to construct and deliver clear, concise, and professional presentations and/or communications to a variety of audiences and/or individuals.Research and Comprehension and#8211; Must demonstrate ability to quickly and efficiently access relevant information and be able to utilize and/or present research and conclusions in a clear and concise manner.Analytical Reasoning/Attention to Detail and#8211; Must demonstrate an ability to examine data/information, discern variations/similarities, and be able identify trends, relationships and causal factors, as well
