Training Officer - Notional

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*Position contingent upon successful contract award.

Location

TBD

Clearance Level

T2 – Moderate Risk Public Trust (MRPT) 

Primary Function

The Training Officer is responsible for developing, delivering, and maintaining training programs for staff within a detention facility. This role ensures that all personnel are equipped with the knowledge and skills required to operate in compliance with standards, maintain safety and security, and uphold detainee rights and welfare.

All services shall be provided in accordance with established standards, principles and ethics of the profession, applicable professional specialty organizations, and the high-quality standard for which Acuity International is recognized. Actively support and uphold the Company’s stated vision, mission and values.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement training programs aligned with Performance-Based National Detention Standards (PBNDS).
• Conduct onboarding and recurring training for staff in areas such as safety, security, emergency response, detainee rights, and cultural sensitivity.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date training records for all facility personnel.
• Ensure all training materials and methods meet federal, state, and contractual requirements.
• Coordinate specialized training (e.g., CPR/AED, firearms, disturbance control, trauma-informed care).
• Evaluate training effectiveness through assessments, feedback, and performance monitoring.
• Ensure staff certifications are current and compliant with regulations.
• Collaborate with department heads to identify training needs and schedule sessions.
• Maintain training equipment and manage inventory of instructional materials.
• Support audits and inspections by providing documentation and demonstrating compliance.

Job Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Education, Criminal Justice, Public Administration, or related field.
• Minimum 3–5 years of experience in training or instructional roles, preferably in detention, corrections, or law enforcement.
• Security clearance or eligibility to obtain one.
• Certified instructor credentials (e.g., CPR/AED, firearms, defensive tactics) preferred.
• Strong knowledge of detention standards and federal compliance requirements.
• Excellent communication, presentation, and organizational skills.
• Bilingual (English/Spanish or other relevant languages) preferred.
• Must be at least 21 years of age.
• Must be a US citizen or permanent resident, Resided in the US for 3 years in the past 5 years.

Preferred Qualifications

• CPR/First Aid certification.
• Has undergone a federal investigation at the level of Tier 2 or higher; has been granted favorable suitability/eligibility and has not had a break in service for more than 24 months. 
• Ability to travel.

Physical Requirements and Work Conditions

• Work is performed in a secure detention facility and training environments.
• May require evening, weekend, or on-call hours.
• Exposure to operational and emergency response scenarios.

Acuity International is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, sex, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status.

For OFCCP compliance, the taxable entity associated with this job posting is:

Acuity-CHS, LLC