Training Manager

Pay: $25 per hour

Work schedule: Full-time, shift varies

Benefit package includes:

• Medical, Vision, Dental, and Prescription Drug Benefits 
• Life, Accidental Death and Dismemberment Insurance (AD&D) 
• Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Benefit 
• 401(k) Retirement Plan 
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) 
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Paid Holidays 

Are you seeking a meaningful role where you can make a difference every day? The East Texas Treatment Facility in Henderson, TX, operated by Management & Training Corporation, is hiring a Training Manager to support the training and development of correctional staff. Join a dedicated team that values your expertise. 

Position Summary: Responsible for coordinating correctional officer certification training and non-security pre-service training which will involve extensive travel; implementing the annual in-service training plan for the facility in compliance with Management & Training Corporation (MTC) and Texas Department of Criminal Justice (TDCJ) directives. 

Essential Functions:        

1. Plan, develop and conduct officer training certification programs in compliance with MTC and TDCJ directives.
2. Responsible for the maintenance and documentation of all certificates including preservice and in-service training records.
3. Create systems to effectively manage the processes of all training requirements.
4. Establish periodic and annual review of certification accreditation and pre-service training programs.
5. Ensure that all clerical and support staff attend Correctional Awareness Workshops prior to employment.
6. Ensure that all clerical, support and professional education staff complete staff survivor training.
7. Ensure all staff receive supplemental and specialized training to help them perform at high levels and provide effective programs and services to Inmates. Professional educational staff complete training dedicated to the improvement of educational services.
8. Ensure all staff complete annual in-service training requirements.
9. Ensure that all appropriate personnel are scheduled and complete staff survivor training according to contractual requirements.
10. Ensure professional educational staff complete training dedicated to the improvement of educational services.
11. Ensure staff identified as instructors for munitions and defensive tactics, to include specialized tactics, receive initial certification and annual recertification.
12. Promote the development of positive social skills through modeling appropriate behaviors and intervening when inappropriate behaviors are observed; provide regular feedback to staff regarding social skills procedures and intervention techniques.
13. Maintain accountability of staff, Inmates and property; adhere to safety procedures. 

It is expected that the incumbent shall perform other duties as assigned within his/her scope of work as determined by management.

Education and Experience Requirements:

• Graduation from an accredited senior high school or GED. 
• Two (2) years full-time, wage-earning instructing, staff development, training, teaching, correctional custody or law enforcement experience to include one (1) year in the supervision of employees. Each year of experience may be substituted for thirty semester hours from an accredited college or university on a year-for-year basis. 
• Successful completion of the Texas Department of Criminal Justice Pre-Service Training Academy prior to assumption of duties. Successful completion of an Instructor Training Program within six months of assignment. 
• Curriculum development or evaluation experience preferred. 
• Valid driver’s license with an acceptable driving record required, unless waived by management.

Post Hire Requirements:

Must complete Correctional Awareness Training (CAT) prior to Inmate contact. Must successfully complete annual in-service training requirements and pass an annual background check, both of which must be approved by TDCJ.

Why: Make a real difference every day by helping to change lives. 

Management & Training Corporation (MTC) is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, disabled status, veteran status, genetic information, national origin, or any other category protected by federal law. MTC participates in E-Verify. We strive to provide reasonable accommodation for qualified individuals with disabilities, including disabled veterans, in our job application and hiring process. If you are interested in employment opportunities with Management & Training Corporation and need assistance, please contact our staffing department through customersupport@mtctrains.com or 801-693-2888.