State of South Carolina · 23 hours ago
Criminal Justice Training Instructor I (Behavioral Science)
Columbia, SC
Full-time
Onsite
Mid Level
$61K/yr - $66K/yr
4+ years expThe State of South Carolina is seeking a Criminal Justice Training Instructor I for the Behavioral Science Unit at the South Carolina Criminal Justice Academy. The role involves researching, developing, and delivering training programs for law enforcement personnel, ensuring compliance with Academy standards, and supporting instructional goals through effective communication with staff and students.
Government
Responsibilities
Plan, develop, coordinate, and instruct training programs in Field Training Officer Management, Basic Instructor Development, and Specific Skills Instructor courses
Review and grade pre-qualification requirements and post-course summaries; support Academy instructors with best practices in curriculum development
Instruct report writing and courtroom procedures. Conduct and evaluate practical problem-based scenarios using firearms training simulations and Crisis House simulations
Develop and deliver new training programs based on emerging trends and best practices to enhance public safety
Ensure compliance with Academy standards, testing requirements, and student discipline policies
Perform assigned law enforcement duties, including ride-alongs and assisting partner agencies as needed
Communicate effectively with staff, students, and partner agencies to support instructional and operational goals
Qualification
Required
High school diploma and eight (8) years of law enforcement experience or
Associate degree and six (6) years of law enforcement experience or
Bachelor's degree and four (4) years of law enforcement experience
Experience must include two (2) years of road experience
Currently certified S.C. Class 1 Law Enforcement Officer (LEO) or
Currently certified LEO in another jurisdiction with full powers of arrest with the ability to become an S.C. LEO within one year of hire
Must be available for occasional field training or assisting other agencies requiring after-hours, overnight, and/or weekend duty
Preferred
Experience teaching, developing lesson plans, and creating law enforcement training materials and curriculum
Basic Instructor Development (BID) certification
Benefits
Health, dental, vision, long-term disability, and life insurance for employees, spouses, and children.
15 days annual (vacation) leave per year
15 days sick leave per year
13 paid holidays
Paid parental leave
S.C. Deferred Compensation Program available (S.C. Deferred Compensation)
Retirement Program
Company
State of South Carolina
South Carolina is a southeastern U.S. state.
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