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The Utah Department of Public Safety,State Security Division is looking for a State Security Regional Training Specialist to support county and local law enforcement agencies in developing training curriculum for armed personnel working within a school environment. In coordination with county,local law enforcement and local education agencies the incumbents will coordinate,facilitate training,drills,manage associated records and conduct site assessments and provide solutions.

Principal Duties:

• Develop training curriculums
• Coordinate with county and local law enforcement to coordinate/facilitate training
• Coordinate with local education agencies to provide or facilitate training
• Manage training records
• Enforce the laws and rules of this state relating to safety and security standards as delineated in code and rule.
• Ensure statewide operations are implemented based on established procedures.
• Maintain regulatory records and paperwork.
• Coordinate with and provide standards to the County Security Chiefs.
• Coordinate with school safety directors and specialists to provide standards
• Collaborate with school safety and security stakeholders (e,g. Superintendents,principals,Juvenile Justice organizations,county and  local law enforcement agencies,charter and private schools,SafeUT,School Resource Officers,State Fire Marshal s Offi ce,etc.)
• Recommend safety and security protocols for designing,constructing and reconstructing new and existing structures.
• Assist law enforcement with statewide standardized training requirements,model critical incident response training,program development,and threat assessment requirements.

Ideal Candidate:

• Is currently Law Enforcement (LEO) certified 
• Has a minimum five (5) years law enforcement experience as a certified Law Enforcement Officer 
• Ability to collaborate with law enforcement,education,mental health professionals,and other public safety stakeholders
• Ability to teach,present,and instruct large audiences
• Ability to evaluate processes and procedures to solve issues within them

Preference may be given to:

• Background and experience in security,safety,threat,and risk assessments
• Experience in building and/or managing programs
• Security certifications (i.e. CPTED,SSAT,PASS,etc.)
• Experience in infrastructure or school security
• Experience as a school resource officer (SRO)
• POST Instructor Development Individuals 
• Leadership experience & qualities
• Current Department of Public Safety employees 

Supplemental Information:

• POST certification; Peace Officer Standards Training in Utah is required 
• A valid driver license is required to drive a motor vehicle on a highway in this state per UCA53-3- 202(1)(a). 
• Department of Public Safety has a strict tattoo policy for those who are sworn employees. Tattoos are prohibited that can be visible in a short sleeve uniform.  No waivers or coverings are allowed.
• Applicants are subject to drug screening and extensive background investigation prior to final offer of employment.
• Incumbent shall reside within 50 miles of the area they are assigned.

Benefits:

The State of Utah offers a total compensation package that consists of much more than your paycheck. Some of the generous benefits that the State of Utah provides are: 3 medical plans,3 dental plans,4 vision plans,401K match,104 hours of annual leave,104 hours of sick leave,12 paid holidays,free counseling & wellness benefits and much more. Competitive benefits that begin on DAY ONE OF EMPLOYMENT! * *Our Mission: The mission of the State Security Division is providing a safe and secure environment state-wide through professional service and engaged partnerships. Our Agency:

The Department of Public Safety offers a unique and rewarding employment opportunity. More information about our agency can be found 

here.