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Job Description
Minimum Qualifications
Education and/or Equivalent Experience:- Graduation with a Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university with major course work in a field related to the job, plus three (3) years of experience in a technical training environment.
- Experience may substitute for the education up to the maximum of four (4) years.
Licenses or Certifications:- Licensing for specific disciplines may be required.
The Training Specialist Senior - Learned Skills Unit will work with the Curriculum and Instructor Development team at the Police Academy to develop curriculum and instructor development for the Learned Skills Unit (Firearms and Defensive Tactics) and manage the City’s firearms range operations. Responsibilities include overseeing range safety, scheduling, equipment maintenance, inventory management, curriculum consultation, and performance evaluation. They will ensure that the training aligns with legal and departmental standards, and supports instructor effectiveness through targeted development.
Key Responsibilities:
Manage firearms range operations and safety protocols
Develop, deliver, and assess instructor development programs
Oversee training records, budgets, and inventory for weapons and ammunition
Monitor and coach instructors and trainees to improve performance
Ensure legal and policy compliance in all training content
Maintain and repair range equipment; recommend purchases
Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders on training needs
City of Austin Application:
A complete and detailed City of Austin employment application is required to help us better evaluate your qualifications. For each position, please describe your specific experience as it relates to the minimum and preferred qualifications. Please be thorough in completing the employment application and list all experience and education that is relevant to this position. Starting salary will be based on overall relevant experience and education. Application must include job titles, job duties performed, full or part time status. Your work history should include the duties you performed, any supervisory or lead responsibilities, and any equipment or computer software used.
A resume and cover letter must be submitted to be considered for this position but will not substitute for a complete employment application. Please verify the employment history dates on your resume exactly match your online application.
* Top candidates will be required to complete an assessment as part of the interview process.
CBI :
Must pass a Criminal Justice Information Systems ( CJIS ) fingerprint-based background check and maintain CJIS eligibility. Due to CJIS requirements related to system access, the following will result in being disqualified for this position: Felony Convictions, Felony Deferred Adjudication, Class A & B Misdemeanor Deferred Adjudication, Class B Misdemeanor Convictions, an Open Arrest for Any Criminal Offense (Felony or Misdemeanor), and Family Violence Convictions. Please Click here to find more information.
Secondary Employment:
All Austin Police employees are prohibited from accepting or engaging in any secondary employment that might conflict or interfere with an employee’s duty and responsibility to the Department.- APD must review all secondary employment.
- Employees are required to submit a Secondary Employment Application for review and approval upon being hired with APD , as well as current APD employees considering Secondary employment.
Benefits:
Working with the Austin Police Department provides a number of health and welfare benefits, such as medical, paid leave time, retirement plan, training opportunities and more. Please click here to find more information.
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Travel:
If you are selected for this position and meet the Driver Safety Standards in the City of Austin Driver Safety Program, you may drive when necessary to multiple locations as part of your regular job duties. Otherwise, you are responsible for getting to and from these locations.
EEO /AA statement:
The City of Austin is committed to compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act. If you require reasonable accommodation during the application process or have a question regarding an essential job function, please call (512) 974-3210 or Texas Relay by dialing 7-1-1.
The City of Austin will not discriminate against any applicant or employee based on race, creed, color, national origin, sex, gender identity, age, religion, veteran status, disability, or sexual orientation. In addition, the City will not discriminate in employment decisions on the basis of an individual’s AIDS , AIDS Related Complex, or HIV status; nor will the City discriminate against individuals who are perceived to be at risk of HIV infection, or who associate with individuals who are believed to be at risk.
Pay Range
$32.23 - $40.29
Hours
Monday-Friday: 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Job Close Date 04/29/2025 Type of Posting External Department Police Regular/Temporary Regular Grant Funded or Pooled Position Not Applicable Category Professional Location 4800 Shaw Lane Austin, TX 78704 Preferred Qualifications
Preferred Experience:- Expertise in firearms safety, range operations, and ballistics
- Strong curriculum development and adult learning knowledge
- Skilled in training evaluation, instructional coaching, and communication
- Ability to lead teams, manage multiple priorities, and ensure policy compliance
- Knowledge of public safety regulations, hazardous materials, and equipment handling
Essential duties and functions, pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include the following. Other related duties may be assigned.
Designs and performs needs assessments to analyze and identify short-term and long-term organizational training needs. Surveys various training techniques, materials, and commercial offerings to select the most appropriate process for the delivery of training. Researches commercial training offerings and determines feasibility of use. Develops written training materials, visual aids, and reference materials, including course curriculums. Develops and administers assessments of staff skills for use in developing training strategies and curriculum, and effectiveness of delivery. Delivers targeted, audience-appropriate instructor-led training sessions. Coordinates student and facility schedules for delivery of training, and maintains and prepares appropriate records of participation. Performs preproduction, production, and postproduction work on computer- and video-training materials that use computer and streaming audio-visual technologies for on-demand use. Analyzes laws, codes, and policies, and consults with subject matter experts to design and develop curriculum related to trainees’ needs. Conducts research or surveys to determine the effectiveness of training provided.
Responsibilities- Supervision and/or Leadership Exercised:- Provides leadership, work assignments, evaluation, training, and guidance to others.
Must possess required knowledge, skills, abilities, and experience and be able to explain and demonstrate, with or without reasonable accommodations, that the essential functions of the job can be performed.- Knowledge of instructional systems design methods.
- Knowledge of City practice, policy, and procedures.
- Skill in oral and written communication.
- Skill in handling multiple tasks and prioritizing.
- Skill in planning and organizing.
- Skill in using computers and related software.
- Skill in data analysis and problem solving.
- Ability to facilitate and deliver training.
- Ability to work with frequent interruptions and changes in priorities.
- Ability to lead and train others.
- Ability to establish and maintain good working relationships with other City employees and the public.
City of Austin is committed to compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act. If you require reasonable accommodation during the application process or have a question regarding an essential job function, please call (512) 974-3210 or Texas Relay by dialing 7-1-1.
The City of Austin will not discriminate against any applicant or employee based on race, creed, color, national origin, sex, gender identity, age, religion, veteran status, disability, or sexual orientation. In addition, the City will not discriminate in employment decisions on the basis of an individual’s AIDS , AIDS Related Complex, or HIV status; nor will the City discriminate against individuals who are perceived to be at risk of HIV infection, or who associate with individuals who are believed to be at risk.
Information For City Employees: If you are an employee within the department, are in good standing and meet both the minimum and preferred qualifications, then you will receive an initial interview.
Supplemental Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
* The Training Specialist Senior requires graduation with a Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university with major course work in a field related to the job, plus three (3) years of experience in a technical training environment. Experience may substitute for the education up to the maximum of four (4) years. Do you meet the minimum qualifications for this position?- Yes
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- I acknowledge and understand this position requires a Criminal Justice Information System (CJIS-Criminal Background Investigation).
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* Please describe your curriculum development and adult learning knowledge.
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* Please describe your experience with training evaluation, instructional coaching, and communication.
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* Please describe your ability to lead teams, manage multiple priorities, and ensure policy compliance.
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* Please describe your knowledge of public safety regulations, hazardous materials, and equipment handling.
(Open Ended Question)
* All applicants applying for this job posting should submit a complete application; resumes submitted should mirror the completed application. Starting salary for the top candidate (s) will only be based on overall relevant experience from your employment application, not the resume or cover letter. Your application will be considered incomplete if your application and resume do not mirror and if your application states “see resume”. Do you understand these statements?- Yes
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