Security Trainer - Military veterans preferred

The Maryland Judiciary offers a generous benefit package including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, paid time off, paid holidays, tuition assistance, continuing education programs, employee assistance programs, and State Retirement and Pension plans.

Essential Job Functions:  

The Security Trainer will conduct all District Court of Maryland Special Police Officer (SPO) bailiff training. The Security Trainer will conduct initial 80-hour SPO training and annual in-service training as part of the required 12-hour SPO course and maintain all necessary records. The Security Trainer will conduct initial and annual firearms/OC spray certifications and maintain all the required records. The Security Trainer will maintain adequate range and OC Spray supplies and provide requisitions for replacements as necessary.  The incumbent will conduct Active Shooter training, and any other training directed by the Security Manager.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

Prepare, schedule, and conduct all initial 80-hour SPO training for new bailiffs and maintain the required records and training certificates for those transactions.

Schedule and conduct all bailiff in-service training, firing range qualifications, handgun safety, OC spray training, and use of force training in a timely manner for all newly hired and currently employed bailiffs.

Maintain all records and conduct all inspections of equipment and records for the AED/CPR, firearms, and OC spray training as required by law or District Court policy.

Procure all security-related items described above and maintain sufficient inventory for ready availability. Process all requisitions and invoices and maintain the necessary records of those transactions.

Conduct Texas State University ALERRT Active Shooter Training at District Courthouses throughout the State.

Minimum Qualifications:

Education: High school diploma/GED and MUST be a graduate of a Police Training Academy.

Experience: Two (2) years of previous law enforcement experience required.

Physical Demands:

Work requires frequent physical effort such as standing for long periods of time during training exercises or presentations. Must be able to lift 50 lbs. A physical examination is required.

Licenses and Certifications:

Required to obtain a Special Police Commission and Maryland Handgun Permit.

May be required to obtain MIEMSS Automated External Defibrillator/CPR instructor certification.

May be required to obtain an Oleoresin Capsicum (OC) spray/chemical weapons instructor certification.

May be required to obtain a TASER weapon instructor certification.

Required to obtain a Maryland State Firearms Instructor certification.

Required to obtain MPCTC Classroom Instructor certification.

Travel:

Frequent travel to training sites, courthouses, and off-site locations in fleet vehicles.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

The Security Trainer must have experience conducting live fire range qualification and the necessary training and experience to qualify as a Maryland State Police Licensing Division Certified Range Instructor.

The Security Trainer must be certified, or capable of being certified as an oleoresin capsicum (OC) spray agent trainer and be capable of delivering instruction to District Court bailiffs in its use, consistent with the court's policy on Use of Force, and manufacturers' guidelines.

The Security Trainer must be certified, or capable of being certified by Texas State University, to conduct ALERRT Active Shooter Training.

The Security Trainer must be able to obtain the following certifications: MPCTC/MSP Special Police Officer training certification and MSP firearms instructor certification.

The Security Trainer must have a valid driver?s license.

Equipment, Machinery and Tools:

Motor vehicle

Handgun

Oleoresin Capsicum (OC spray)

AED machine

Ammunition

Computer (desktop and laptop)

PowerPoint projector

Fax machine

Copier machine

Calculator

Selection Process:

Your application package will be used to determine your eligibility, qualifications, and ranking for this position. If you are determined to be ineligible or not qualified, your application will receive no further consideration. It is essential that you provide complete and accurate information on your application. Please report all related education, experience, dates, and hours of work. If you have held more than one (1) position at the same employer, you must list each position that you held, the length of time that you held each position, and the corresponding duties. Description of duties that state, "see resume" will negatively impact consideration for this position. Applicants will not be contacted for additional information. Only applicants considered for this position will be contacted.

Complete applications must be submitted by the closing date. Information submitted after this date will not be added. Incomplete applications will not be accepted. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of a completed application.

For further information please contact Talent Acquisition at aocta@mdcourts.gov.

The Maryland Judiciary is an equal-opportunity employer committed to fostering a workplace culture of diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, age, sex, pregnancy, marital status, national origin, military or veteran status, physical or mental disability, familial status, genetic information, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by State or federal law. Applicants who need an ADA Accommodation during the application and/or interview process should send their via email to or call 410-260-1732. The Maryland Judiciary is a drug-free workplace. Applicants must be United States citizens or eligible to work in the United States.

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