This is responsible professional and technical work related to organizing division assignments, evaluating training programs, conducting training classes and project management work for the Police Department. Work includes processing officer and instructor certifications; processing requests for both internal and external training classes; facilitating training classes, including department in-service training and Police Cadet physical fitness instruction and evaluation; assisting the department’s supervisory personnel in the determination of training needs and methods; and serving as liaison with the Florida Department of Law Enforcement (FDLE), Southeastern Public Safety Institute, and local Law Enforcement Academies and training centers. Work involves maintaining the Police Department training database and expenditures; reviewing and auditing files and supporting documents to ensure FDLE compliance; and assisting in the coordination of the Police Department’s promotional process, including scheduling, production of written documents, and maintenance of confidential records. An employee in this class may be asked to complete special projects; must exercise a high degree of professional discretion and tact when handling sensitive or confidential information or records; must be knowledgeable of various department activities and policies and procedures, including finance, public safety related activities, equipment, and materials; and may exercise latitude and judgment in daily operations.

Salary: $55,682 - $88,774

Close Date: 03-10-2023 (11:59 PM)

Minimum Qualifications. Applicants must:

• Have a valid Bachelor’s degree with major course work in an appropriate field of study which may include education, human resources, criminal justice, business, public administration, communications, social services or a related field.

• Have a valid Driver License.

• Have prior experience coordinating, evaluating, and/or facilitating training programs.

• Be able to communicate effectively, clearly, and concisely, orally and in writing.

• Be proficient in the use of the Microsoft Office Suite, including Excel and Word.

Desirable Qualifications. Preferred applicants:

• Have previous law enforcement or public safety training experience.

Minimum Qualification: Applicants must meet selection standards for civilians working in the Police Department, including polygraph and background check. Please refer to the St. Petersburg Police Department Website for selection standards and screening process details: Selection Standards: https://police.stpete.org/employment-telecommunicator/documents/application-process-non-sworn.pdf

IMPORTANT APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS

For purposes of employment, re-employment, promotion, transfer or demotion, the most qualified applicants will be selected to continue in the hiring process. At this point, any prior criminal records will be verified. A prior criminal record will not necessarily disqualify an applicant from employment.

The City of St. Petersburg is committed to a Drug Free Workplace and compliance with the Department of Transportation (DOT) drug testing rules. Applicants may be required to successfully complete pre-employment drug testing and/or medical exams.

Apply online at www.stpete.org/jobs - Select Apply for Jobs/Register/View Job Postings. City employees must use the Current City Employee link or use a City computer to access iRecruitment Employee Candidate. The City of St. Petersburg is committed to affirmative action and equal opportunity employment, and encourages individuals with disabilities and veterans to apply for posted positions. In accordance with Chapter 295 of the Florida Statutes, qualified servicemembers/veterans and the spouses/family members of certain servicemembers/veterans receive preference/priority in employment. Eligible applicants are responsible to apply for Veterans’ Preference at the time of submission of any job application. Reasonable accommodations may be made for qualified individuals with disabilities to apply, to interview for positions and to perform the essential job functions.