Senior Staff Development Specialist

Salary may be negotiable within the range listed above based on position requirements and successful candidates qualifications subject to appropriate authorization.

This recruitment is open to the public and will remain open on a continuous basis for a minimum of five (5) business days until the needs of the Department are met. Qualified applicants are encouraged to apply immediately.

RECRUITMENT/POSITION INFORMATION
This recruitment is being held to establish an Open Eligible List to fill current vacancies in this class until the next recruitment. The eligible list established may also be used to fill positions in similar and/or lower classifications.

THE DEPARTMENT
The Orange County Sheriffs Department is among the largest in the nation providing exemplary law enforcement services focused on a collaborative dedicated and innovative approach to public safety.

The more than 3800 sworn and professional staff along with more than 800 reserve personnel are committed to serving the needs of Orange County by embodying the Sheriffs Department core values:

• Integrity without Compromise
• Service Before Self
• Professionalism in the Performance of Duty
• Vigilance in Safeguarding our community

THE OPPORTUNITY

Essential Duties and responsibilities:

Planning organizing and conducting training programs for all agencies on the intricacies of the communications system

Acting as a liaison for the communication system during Emergency Operations Center activations

Supervising a unit performing professional. technical and management training

Developing and implementing comprehensive training plans and materials

Consulting with administrative and program staff on training needs and special programs

Professional Growth Opportunities: The role offers exposure to cutting-edge public safety technology and the chance to work with over 50 Orange County law enforcement agencies. Youll collaborate with diverse stakeholders including emergency management personnel fire services EMS and federal partners providing unparalleled networking and professional development opportunities within the public safety sector.

Mission-Critical Responsibility: In this role youll directly contribute to public safety outcomes by ensuring seamless communication during critical incidents. Your training programs will prepare first responders to effectively utilize communication systems that support emergency response officer safety and community protection throughout Orange Countys 3.2 million residents.

Leadership Development: This position provides opportunities to mentor and develop training staff while building expertise in emergency communications technology integration and multi-agency coordination - valuable skills for career advancement in public safety leadership roles.

Leadership and Communication- This role requires an individual who can inspire confidence and build strong relationships across organizational boundaries. The ideal candidate will be an engaging presenter and skilled facilitator who can adapt their communication style to reach audiences ranging from frontline personnel to executive leadership. They must be comfortable serving as a subject matter expert and liaison during high-stakes emergency operations.

Adaptability and Problem-Solving- Given the critical nature of countywide communications during emergencies the ideal candidate will demonstrate exceptional judgment under pressure and the ability to quickly assess training needs and implement solutions. They should be comfortable working in a fast-paced mission-critical environment where effective communication systems can literally save lives.

Commitment to Public Service - The ideal candidate will share the Orange County Sheriffs Departments commitment to integrity service professionalism and community protection. They will understand the unique challenges facing law enforcement and public safety agencies and be motivated by the opportunity to enhance operational effectiveness through excellent training and development.

Technical Aptitude - The ideal candidate will demonstrate the ability to quickly learn and understand complex communications systems and translate technical concepts into practical training applications. Comfort with technology and learning management systems is essential.

• The principles and techniques of employee training the learning process and individual and group teaching methods
  
• Eligibility and/or social work principles practices and techniques may be required for some assignments

General Knowledge of

• Principles practices and procedures of various operations in agency/department assignment may be required for some positions
  
• Provisions of the Welfare and Institutions Code and other legislative and regulatory material in the social services field may be required for some positions

Some Knowledge of

• Principles and practices of human resources management and supervision

Ability to

• Plan coordinate and supervise the work of a unit providing training
  
• Analyze situations and data accurately and make decisions and adopt the most effective course of action
  
• Identify with agency purpose and goals to work within agency structure
  
• Provide consultation on matters related to training work practices
  
• Plan organize and develop group activities
  
• Develop and write manuals handbooks and lesson plans
  
• Speak effectively convey ideas clearly and lead group discussions and training sessions
  
• Establish rapport and cooperative relationships with representatives of other divisions departments and agencies

Experience/Education:
Considerable experience and/or education which would be sufficient to give a person general or thorough knowledge of the most important parts of the job and at least some knowledge of all or most parts of the job.

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Orange County as an equal employment opportunity employer encourages applicants from diverse backgrounds to apply.