EDUCATION & TRAINING SPECIALIST - 78000272

Requisition No: 887495

Agency: Commission on Offender Review

Working Title: EDUCATION & TRAINING SPECIALIST - 78000272

Pay Plan: Career Service

Position Number: 78000272

Salary: $34,760

Posting Closing Date: 11/12/2026

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Training and Education Specialist - CS

FLORIDA COMMISSION ON OFFENDER REVIEW

***OPEN COMPETITIVE***

The Florida Commission on Offender Review is looking to fill the Training and Education Specialist – CS . The Commission on Offender Review performs a vital role in Florida’s criminal justice system by preserving the autonomy needed in post-release decisions affecting inmates and ex-offenders. Commissioners preside over weekly meetings at the central office in Tallahassee and various other state locations as required by statute. During these public proceedings, the commissioners make a variety of determinations regarding parole and other releases.

BENEFITS

- State Group Health Insurance Coverage through CHP and Blue Cross/Blue Shield.

- Various plans for dental, vision, and other supplemental insurance options are available.

- Annual and Sick Leave benefits.

- Ten paid holidays each year.

- One Personal Holiday each year.

- $25,000 Life Insurance Policy (paid 100% by employer).

- Retirement plans that include employer contributions.

- Flexible Spending Accounts.

- Tuition waivers to attend State of Florida colleges and universities for up to six credit hours per semester.

- Seven paid weeks of Maternity Leave, plus two paid weeks of Care and Bonding Leave.

DESCRIPTION

The Training and Education Specialist is primarily a research and writing position. The position researches laws, regulations, policies, accreditation standards, and evidence-based practices, and uses

that research to write, update, and maintain procedures, manuals, guides, and other reference materials for the various sections within the Commission. The position works across departments and

sections to identify documentation needs, consult with subject matter experts, and ensure that written materials are accurate, consistent, and compliant with policy, law, and regulations, so that criminal

justice personnel have the up-to-date information they need to perform safely and effectively. The position also supports staff education by preparing training materials based on the documents it

develops and, as needed, assisting with the rollout of new or revised procedures.

EXAMPLES OF WORK

1. Research and Analysis (25%)

• Conduct research on statutes, regulations, administrative rules, case law, accreditation standards, and Commission policy to inform the content of procedures, manuals, and guides.

• Identify documentation needs and gaps through review of existing materials, staff surveys and interviews, performance data, incident reports, audit findings, and policy or legislative changes.

• Research best practices and evidence-based models used by other criminal justice and government agencies, and summarize findings and recommendations for leadership.

• Stay current on emerging trends in criminal justice (e.g., new laws, technology, correctional, parole/probation, and mandatory release practices) and recommend updates to existing documents.

• Prepare research summaries, issue briefs, comparative analyses, and written reports as requested.

2. Writing and Development of Procedures, Manuals, and Guides (30%)

• Research, write, and edit procedures, operations manuals, user guides, desk references, quick-reference guides, job aids, and similar documents for various sections within the Commission.

• Translate laws, regulations, policies, and complex processes into clear, accurate, step-by-step written instructions appropriate to the intended audience.

• Collaborate with subject matter experts (SMEs) – e.g., directors, regional administrators, section supervisors, legal advisors, and policy and compliance staff – to gather information, document current

practices, and ensure accuracy.

• Establish and apply consistent formats, templates, writing standards, and terminology across Commission documents.

• Draft or assist in drafting new or revised policies and procedure directives at the request of leadership.

3. Document Review, Quality Assurance, and Maintenance (15%)

• Review procedures, manuals, and guides on a regular schedule to ensure relevance, accuracy, and compliance with policy, procedure directive(s), laws, and regulations.

• Route drafts through the appropriate review and approval processes, and incorporate feedback from SMEs, legal staff, and leadership.

• Maintain version control, revision histories, and an organized library or index of current Commission procedures, manuals, and guides.

• Report review findings to leadership and recommend revisions, consolidation, or retirement of outdated materials.

4. Process Improvement and Collaboration (10%)

• Analyze section workflows and processes while documenting them, and identify opportunities for standardization, streamlining, and efficiency.

• Recommend process improvements and document approved changes.

• Collaborate with other divisions (e.g., operations, HR, legal, policy, compliance, administration, etc.) to align documentation with broader agency goals.

• Assist in the development or revision of policies and procedures related to training, education standards, and certification requirements.

5. Training Support (10%)

• Develop training materials (e.g., presentations, handouts, job aids, and e-learning content) based on new or revised procedures, manuals, and guides.

• As needed, assist with rollouts of new or revised policies, procedure directives, and manuals, including informational briefings for staff.

• Respond to staff questions about the content and use of Commission procedures, manuals, and guides.

• Gather feedback from users to identify where documents need clarification or improvement.

6. Other Duties and Expectations (10%)

• Maintain effective working relationships with others; work independently, take initiative, and work creatively to solve problems.

• Attend staff meetings and participate in professional development courses.

• Maintain detailed, up-to-date research files, documents, and records, ensuring that files/documentation are complete, accurate, and (confidentially, if required) maintained.

• Serve as point person for reviews of Commission procedures, manuals, and guides.

• Complete and submit timesheets and required reports in a timely and thorough manner.

• Perform other duties as assigned and/or required.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

- High school diploma.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

- Strong program facilitation and presentation skills, and the ability to present complex skills and/or concepts to large groups with varying age ranges.

- Knowledge of adult learning theory, instructional design, assessment/evaluation methods.

- Strong communication skills, both verbally and in writing.

- Ability analyze data, interpret findings, and make recommendations.

- Ability to take initiative and problem solve.

- Ability to work independently.

- Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others.

- Familiarity with criminal justice systems.

- Skilled in using training technologies: Leaning Management Systems (LMS), virtual classrooms, multimedia tools.

- Collaboration skills – the ability to work with diverse stakeholders (employees in operations, leadership, administration, legal, policy, and other partners and government agencies).

- Organizational kills: planning, scheduling, managing multiple projects when working alone or for others.

- Skilled in Microsoft Office Suite.

- Ability to develop new methods and techniques of training and evaluation.

- Ability to understand and apply applicable rules, regulations, policies, procedures, and laws.

Candidates requiring a reasonable accommodation, as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act, must notify the agency hiring authority and/or People First Service Center (1-866-663-4735). Notification to the hiring authority must be made in advance to allow sufficient time to provide the accommodation.

The State of Florida supports a Drug-Free workplace. All employees are subject to reasonable suspicion drug testing in accordance with Section 112.0455, F.S., Drug-Free Workplace Act.

VETERANS’ PREFERENCE. Pursuant to Chapter 295, Florida Statutes, candidates eligible for Veterans’ Preference will receive preference in employment for Career Service vacancies and are encouraged to apply. Certain service members may be eligible to receive waivers for postsecondary educational requirements. Candidates claiming Veterans’ Preference must attach supporting documentation with each submission that includes character of service (for example, DD Form 214 Member Copy #4) along with any other documentation as required by Rule 55A-7, Florida Administrative Code. Veterans’ Preference documentation requirements are available by clicking here . All documentation is due by the close of the vacancy announcement.