Training Specialist (PCN 064952)

Training Specialist (PCN 064952) Print Apply Training Specialist (PCN 064952) Salary $2,778.00 Biweekly Location Juneau, AK Job Type Full Time Job Number 53716 Department Family & Community Services Division Juvenile Justice Opening Date 04/30/2026 Closing Date 5/5/2026 5:00 PM Alaska Position Open To Department Employees Only Bargaining Unit General Government Range 18 Description Benefits Questions Job Description This position is open to current Department of Family and Community Services employees only. Please check the definition below to determine if you qualify . The Division of Juvenile Justice is recruiting for a Training Specialist 2 located in Juneau. If you are interested in being part of a dynamic and innovative team, please continue reading! Our Organization, Mission, and Culture The Division of Juvenile Justice (DJJ) provides probation, detention and treatment services to Alaskan youth statewide. Through restorative justice, we hold juvenile offenders accountable for their behavior; promote the safety and restoration of victims and communities; and assist offenders and their families in developing the skills to prevent crime. There are six youth facilities and 13 probation offices across Alaska. This position is part of the Division Director's Office, which provides statewide agency administrative support and management oversight for juvenile probation services and six juvenile facilities, and is critical to the Division's staff development and training. For more information about our mission and core values, please visit our website: What You Will Be Doing This position provides oversight and recommendations to Division staff regarding statewide and regional training needs, practices, management, planning, policies, and procedures. This position is responsible for arranging and overseeing statewide and regional training initiatives for Division of Juvenile Justice staff. Training initiatives including division mandatory training and training needed for new division initiatives, implementing the training, providing training oversight, and updating the training as needed. This position works with managers and staff to develop training initiatives from conception through completion and evaluation. The incumbent assists with the development of the annual statewide training plan, develops methods for tracking and monitoring staff training, and facilitates work groups and committee meetings to move Division training initiatives forward. The Benefits of Joining Our Team Joining our team will bring the opportunity to support meaningful change in youths' lives and our community. We are dedicated to doing our best work, despite adversity and setbacks. We believe in enhancing the strengths in our staff by promoting training, goal setting, and professional development in the workplace. The Working Environment You Can Expect The DJJ State Office team consists of 28 staff committed to supporting statewide efforts. This position is located in Juneau with office location in the Director's office located at the Court Plaza Building and a training office at Johnson Youth Center. The incumbent will work a traditional schedule of Monday-Friday, 8:00am-4:30pm in a professional and respectful workplace. Who We Are Looking For We are interested in candidates who possess some or all of the following position specific competencies: Leadership: Influences, motivates, and challenges others; adapts leadership styles to a variety of situations Decisiveness: Makes well-informed, effective, and timely decisions, even when data are limited or solutions produce unpleasant consequences; perceives the impact and implications of decisions Planning and Evaluating: Organizes work, sets priorities, and determines resource requirements; determines short- or long-term goals and strategies to achieve them; coordinates with other organizations or parts of the organization to accomplish goals; monitors progress and evaluates outcome. To view the general description and example of duties for Training Specialist 2 please go to the following link: Minimum Qualifications Any combination of education and/or experience that provides the applicant with competencies in: Communications and Media : Knowledge of the production, communication and dissemination of information and ideas to inform and entertain via written, oral, and visual media. Education and Training : Knowledge of teaching, training, research, making presentations, lecturing, testing, and other instructional methods. Employee Development : Knowledge of employee development concepts, principles, and practices related to planning, evaluating, and administering training, organizational development, and career development initiatives. Interpersonal Skills : Shows understanding, friendliness, courtesy, tact, empathy, concern, and politeness to others; develops and maintains effective relationships with others; may include effectively dealing with individuals who are difficult, hostile, or distressed; relates well to people from varied backgrounds and different situations; is sensitive to cultural diversity, race, gender, disabilities, and other individual differences. Equivalent to those typically gained by: Training or education in training and development, human resources, education, instructional design, business administration, social sciences, or a related field; AND/OR Progressively responsible professional experience in developing, delivering, revising, assessing, and/or evaluating training needs and effectiveness; or human resources. Special Note: Competencies means a combination of interrelated knowledge, skills, abilities, and behaviors that enable a person to act effectively in a job or situation. Typically gained by means the prevalent, usual method of gaining the competencies expected for entry into the job. Training and education in this guidance are synonyms for the process of acquiring knowledge and skills through instruction. It includes instruction through formal and informal methods (such as classroom, on-line, self-study, and on-the-job), from accredited and unaccredited sources, and long-duration (such as a post-secondary degree) and short-duration (such as a seminar) programs. Progressively responsible means indicating growth and/or advancement in complexity, difficulty, or level of responsibility. Professional experience means work that is creative, analytical, evaluative, and interpretive; requires a range and depth of specialized knowledge of the profession's principles, concepts, theories, and practices; and is performed with the power or right to decide or act according to one's own judgment. Additional Required Information At time of interview applicant must submit : Three professional references with daytime phone numbers. Last two performance evaluations. SPECIAL NOTE: Prior to initial appointment, the selected candidate will be subject to a background investigation including fingerprinting. SPECIFIC REQUIREMENTS: Requires frequent travel within the state, typically one trip of up to three (3) days occurring monthly. Requires use of the Alaska Public Safety Information Network (ASPIN), which includes passing a background investigation including fingerprinting will be conducted. Please read the information below carefully. This applies to your application submission. SUPPLEMENTAL QUESTIONS For your application to be evaluated you must answer the Supplemental Questions. Please see the QUESTIONS tab at the top of this bulletin to preview the supplemental questions. A cover letter is not required. If a cover letter is submitted, it will not be considered. EDUCATION To verify education being used to meet the required minimum qualifications, you must fill in the Education section of the application. If you have not obtained a degree, please indicate the number of units completed. Copies of transcripts are required to verify educational credentials being used to meet the minimum qualifications for a position and are required with each application. (Unofficial are okay, please ensure that the institution/URL name is listed on the transcripts). Transcripts can be attached at the time of application, provided at the time of interview, or if/when requested prior to scheduling an interview. SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS FOR FOREIGN EDUCATION Education completed in foreign colleges or universities may be used to meet the above requirements, if applicable. If utilizing this education you must show that the education credentials have been submitted to a private organization that specializes in interpretation of foreign educational credentials and that such education has been deemed to be at least equivalent to that gained in conventional U.S. education programs; or an accredited U.S. state university reports the other institution as one whose transcript is given full value, or full value is given in subject areas applicable to the curricula at the state university. It is your responsibility to provide such evidence when applying. Omission of required documentation listed will result in an incomplete application and you will not receive further consideration. WORK EXPERIENCE When using work experience not already documented in your application, please provide the employer name, your job title, dates of employment, and whether full-or part-time. Applications will be reviewed to determine if the responses are supported and minimum qualifications are clearly met. Work experience needed to meet the minimum qualifications must be documented in the application. If the application does not support minimum qualifications, the applicant may not advance to the interview and selection phase of the recruitment. A resume will not be used to determine that minimum qualifications have been met for the position in which you are applying. If you are currently or previously been appointed to a flexibly staffed position please ensure your work experience within a flexibly staffed position indicates the actual dates employed at each level. Ensure your time and any subsequent flex promotion(s) are documented as a separate position. This is required as there are minimum qualifications that require experience at a particular level in which the lower level may not be considered. If this information is not accurately reflected in your application this may cause the processing of your application for consideration to be delayed. LEGAL EMPLOYMENT The State's online recruitment system, Workplace Alaska, requires applicants to certify that they have a legal right to accept employment in the United States. It is the responsibility of the employee to maintain the appropriate documentation to accept or continue legal employment. The State of Alaska does not function in the role of an employer sponsor. NOTE: Attaching a resume or curriculum vitae is not an alternative to filling out the application in its entirety. Noting "see resume or CV" or any similar response on any portion of your application may lead to a determination your application is incomplete and removal from consideration for this job posting. The State of Alaska does not provide VISA Employer sponsorships. RECRUITMENT SCOPE Department Employee Recruitment: Applicants must currently work in the Department of Family & Community Services and hold permanent employment status. Permanent employment status is defined as holding permanent status in ANY job class in the current period of employment with no break in service (separation from State of Alaska employment) since the permanent status was earned. MULTIPLE VACANCIES This recruitment may be used for more than one (1) vacancy. The applicant pool acquired during this recruitment may be used for future vacancies for up to ninety (90) days after this recruitment closes. Interested applicants are encouraged to apply to each recruitment notice to ensure consideration for all vacancies. APPLICATION NOTICE You can ONLY apply for this position through the Workplace Alaska website or via hardcopy application. If you accessed this recruitment bulletin through a job search portal such as ALEXsys or any other database, you MUST use a Workplace Alaska online or hardcopy application to successfully apply. Instructions on how to apply with Workplace Alaska may be found on the Workplace Alaska "How to Apply" webpage, found here: NOTICE Questions regarding the application process can be directed to the Workplace Alaska hotline at ... (toll free) or (907) 465- 4095. If you choose to be contacted by email, please ensure your email address is correct on your application and that the spam filter will permit email from the 'govermentjobs.com' domains. For information on allowing emails from the 'governmentjobs.com' domains, visit the Lost Password Help page located at . EEO STATEMENT The State of Alaska complies with Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). Individuals with disabilities, who require accommodation, auxiliary aides or services, or alternative communication formats, please call ... in Juneau or TTY: Alaska Relay 711 or ... or correspond with the Division of Personnel & Labor Relations at: P. O. Box 110201, Juneau, AK 99811-0201. The State of Alaska is an equal opportunity employer. Contact Information WORKPLACE ALASKA APPLICATION QUESTIONS & ASSISTANCE Questions regarding application submission or system operation errors should be directed to the Workplace Alaska hotline at ... (toll free) or ... if you are located in the Juneau area. Requests for information may also be emailed to .... For applicant password assistance please visit: For specific information in reference to the position please contact the hiring manager at: Name: Sarah Abramczyk Phone: ... Fax: ... Email: ... Careers with the State of Alaska offer MANY benefits The following information describes typical benefits available to employees of the State of Alaska. Actual benefits received may differ by bargaining unit or branch of government, position type, or be prorated for other than full time work. For a quick breakdown of the insurance, health, and retirement benefits available for State Employees you can view an orientation video from Division of Retirement and Benefits . (Please note this video is specifically designed for new State Employees.) Insurance Benefits Health insurance, which includes employer contributions toward medical/vision/dental The following employee groups are under AlaskaCare Benefits administered by the State: See for additional information. AVTEC Confidential Correctional Officers Marine Engineers Mt. Edgecumbe Teachers Supervisory Unlicensed Vessel Personnel/Inland Boatman's Union Exempt employees (not covered by collective bargaining) The following employee groups are covered by Union health trusts. Contact the appropriate Union for additional information. General Government Labor, Trades and Crafts Public Safety Employees Association Masters, Mates & Pilots Employer paid Basic Life insurance with additional coverage available (amount depends on Bargaining Unit) Optional Insurance Benefits Group-based insurance premiums for Term life (employee, spouse or qualified same sex partner, and dependents) Long-term and short-term disability Accidental Death and Dismemberment Long-term care (self and eligible family members) Supplemental Survivor Benefits Employee-funded flexible spending accounts for tax savings on eligible health care or dependent care expenses Retirement Benefits Membership in the Public Employees Retirement System (PERS)/Teachers' Retirement System (TRS) Matching employer contribution into a defined contribution program (new employees) Employer contribution into a defined benefit or defined contribution program (current employees) Contributions to the Alaska Supplemental Annuity Plan in lieu of contributions to Social Security Option to enroll in the Alaska Deferred Compensation Program Note: The Defined Contribution Plan, Supplemental Annuity Plan and Deferred Compensation Program offer a variety of investment options See for additional information Paid Leave & Other Benefits Personal leave with an accrual rate increase based on time served Twelve (12) paid holidays a year 01 Please select the level that best describes your proficiency in facilitating, conducting, and evaluating training: Expert level. I consistently apply all concepts and practices while successfully mentoring others and facilitating knowledge transfer. Advanced level. I can independently perform all procedures and practices with consistent success. Intermediate level. I have a foundational understanding with limited practical application. Foundational level. I am aware of basic concepts and procedures but have not yet applied them. None of the above. 02 Please select the level that best reflects your ability to demonstrate interpersonal skills while collaborating with others: Expert. I consistently model advanced interpersonal techniques and mentor others in building professional relationships. Advanced. I independently navigate complex social dynamics and collaborate effectively with minimal guidance. Intermediate. I possess a foundational understanding but have limited experience applying these skills in practice. Foundational. I am aware of basic interpersonal concepts but have not yet applied them in a professional setting. None of the above. 03 Please select the level that best reflects your proficiency in organizational skills and workflow management: Expert. I consistently design high-level organizational systems and mentor others in optimizing complex workflows. Advanced. I independently manage multiple priorities and execute structured processes with consistent efficiency. Intermediate. I have a foundational understanding of organizational principles but limited experience with large-scale application. Foundational. I am aware of basic organizational methods but have not yet applied them in a professional capacity. None of the above. 04 Please select the level that best reflects your proficiency in professional communication: Expert. I consistently deliver complex information with high impact and mentor others in advanced written and oral communication strategies. Advanced. I independently produce clear, concise, and professional communications tailored to diverse audiences. Intermediate. I possess a foundational understanding of professional communication but have limited experience in practical application. Foundational. I am aware of basic communication principles but have not yet applied them in a professional setting. None of the above. 05 Please select the level that best reflects your proficiency in using Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, Teams), Zoom, Moodle, Adobe Acrobat Pro, and Audio/Visual equipment: Expert. I consistently utilize advanced features to solve complex problems and mentor others in optimizing these tools. Advanced. I independently operate these systems and software to complete professional tasks with consistent success. Intermediate. I have a foundational understanding but limited experience with practical or advanced applications. Foundational. I am aware of basic functions but have not yet applied them in a professional capacity. None of the above. 06 Are you willing to work in a secured environment with juveniles that have committed criminal offenses? Yes No Required Question Employer State of Alaska Address PO Box 110201 Juneau, Alaska, 99811 Phone ... (Statewide toll-free number) ... (Juneau and out-of-state callers) Website Apply