Academic Advisor (Non-Merit) - Police Department

Salary: $56.67 - $78.20 Hourly
Location : Towson, MD
Job Type: NON-MERIT
Job Number: NM.153 10-2024
Department: POLICE
Opening Date: 10/08/2024
Closing Date: Continuous
This job announcement may close at any time with little or no notice. Applicants are advised to apply promptly.
Regular Schedule: 34 hours per week
A Non-Merit vacancy exists in the Police Department, Professional Standards Bureau/Training Section.
Non-Merit positions are not classified within the Baltimore County Government Classification and Compensation Plan.
A list of eligible applicants will be established based on the examination as outlined below.
Current and future vacancies occurring in this class may be filled from the list of eligible applicants.
All interested candidates must apply at this time.
List all promotions and changes in job duties due to reclassification as separate work experience on your application. Applicants must include the dates of the promotions and reclassifications.
Note: Failure to complete all fields of the "Work Experience" section of the application will result in your application not being considered. A resume will not be considered in determining your qualifications for a position. Applicants selected for an interview may provide a resume at that time.
You MUST attach your transcript(s)/degree(s) and/or license(s)/certification(s) to your application. Unofficial copies are acceptable.
Failure to submit proof of Education, License(s), and/or Certification(s) will result in your application not being considered. Proof of education, license(s), and/or certification(s) must be submitted with each application.
Examples of Duties
Assists the Training Commander (Captain) by collaborating with and facilitating the efforts of Academy instructors to design, develop, and deliver training programs for the Baltimore County Police Department's Training Academy. The training programs are inclusive of Entrance Level, Continuing Education, Professional Development, and Firearms instruction delivered to students who include non-sworn recruits, sworn officers, professional staff, and civilians.

• Facilitates the design, development, and delivery of curricula for all training programs.
• Advances learning efficacy through incorporation of best practices derived from evidence-based pedagogy.
• Evaluates standardized assessments to ensure curricula is aligned with the Maryland Police and Corrections Training Commissions objectives.
• Provides data that will inform instruction and ensure what is learned is applied appropriately.
• Coordinates and conducts systematic and routine assessments of instructors, lesson plans, and instructional material to measure, and plan for continuous improvement.
• Designs and administers a comprehensive professional development plan for all instructors.
• Builds and promotes a culture of sharing effective practices among instructional staff.
• Facilitates cross-class observations, co-planning sessions, and ad-hoc meetings as necessary.
• Serves as a consultant to instructors in matters of classroom management, teaching methods, and general Academy procedures.
• Advises the Training Commander and Unit Commanders on coordinated delivery of all training programs on an annual basis.
• Manages partnerships with local colleges and universities, as well as internal and external subject matter experts and vendors, to deliver training.
• Assists with the review, selection, and purchase of training materials.
• Consults with training section leadership to improve assessment and selection of prospective permanent, ad-hoc, and guest instructors.
• Seeks out and researches new educational technologies, equipment, facilities, resources, and techniques.
• Provides recommendations on utilities within Academy programs.

Examples of Other Duties

• Performs other related duties as required.

(NOTE: The duties and responsibilities listed above are for the purpose of determining a common set of minimum qualifications for all positions in this class. They may not include all of the essential job functions of each position in the class. Each position may not be required to perform all of the essential job functions listed.)
Qualifications
Graduation from an accredited college or university with a master's degree in criminology, criminal justice, education, public administration, or a related field. (Additional experience teaching in an institution of higher learning, or teaching experience in a police and/or military setting may be substituted on a year-for-year basis up to a maximum of two years for the required education.)
Plus
Five years of continued academic teaching experience in an institution of higher learning with a preference for experience in police and/or military instructional settings.
Preferred certification
Teaching certification from the Maryland Police and Correctional Training Commission.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (Entry Level)

• Thorough knowledge of training theories and practices.
• Thorough knowledge of evidence-based teaching and assessment methods.
• Knowledge of organizational planning methods and policy development.
• Knowledge of industry standard Learning Management Systems.
• Knowledge of Local, State and Federal Training objectives, rules, regulations and curriculum requirements.
• Knowledge of micro and macro issues affecting a police training academy.
• Skill in planning, development, and execution of academic programs.
• Skill in communicating and instructing effectively and efficiently with varied audiences.
• Ability to implement and administer higher learning education programs.
• Ability to be resourceful and innovative in the development of classroom pedagogy.
• Ability to communicate in a mentoring role.
• Ability to develop curricula and academic programming.

Proof of License(s), Certification(s) and Education
Applicants are required to submit proof of license(s), certification(s) and education beyond high school to meet the required and preferred qualifications of the position. Diplomas or transcripts must show the applicant's major field of study. Copies and unofficial transcripts are acceptable.
Failure to submit proof of License(s), Certification(s) and Education will result in your application not being considered. Proof of license(s), certification(s), and/or education must be submitted with each application.
Proof of Degree Equivalency
Applicants who have obtained a degree from outside the United States of America are required to submit degree equivalence documentation from World Education Services, Inc. ().
Mail or deliver documents to:
ATTN: Academic Advisor (Non-Merit) - Police Department
Office of Human Resources
Baltimore County Government
308 Allegheny Ave.
Towson, MD 21204
You MUST attach your transcript(s) or license(s) to your application. Unofficial copies are acceptable.
EXAMINATION PROCEDURE
Applicants will be qualified based on an evaluation of their training and experience, as stated on their application, which includes answers to the supplemental questions. Applicants must state the dates and duties of past and present experience clearly and completely for evaluation purposes.
Conditions of Employment
Physical and Environmental Conditions
The work of this classification is essentially sedentary. Some positions may involve occasional travel between work sites.
Medical Examination and Employment Background Investigation
Applicants selected for employment with Baltimore County must successfully complete a physical examination, drug screening and employment investigation, including, but not limited to criminal background, education certification and fingerprinting checks.
Employment Benefits for Non-Merit or Non-Classified, Part-Time Employees
Baltimore County General Government offers the following benefits to part-time, non-merit or non-classified employees. New employees are eligible for benefits upon hire, unless noted otherwise.
Equal Opportunity Employer
Baltimore County is an equal opportunity employer and encourages minority, female and disabled applicants.
Smoke free workplace
All Baltimore County offices are smoke free.
Drug free workplace
Baltimore County provides a drug free workplace. Prospective employees are required to submit to urinalysis drug testing as part of the pre-employment physical examination.
Employee Assistance Program
Our Employee Assistance Program provides confidential and professional assessment and referral assistance for employees and eligible dependents in the household who are experiencing personal problems that may be affecting work performance, job satisfaction, or overall quality of life.
Health Insurance
In order to qualify for health insurance benefits (medical, prescription, dental and vision insurance), part-time employees must be scheduled for four (4) full work days plus two (2) hours each week.
Health Insurance benefits elected become effective the first day of the month following the date of hire if the employee has completed online enrollment prior to that date. New employees must enroll within thirty (30) calendar days of hire. Plans offered include:
Medical, Prescription, Dental and Vision insurance.
Flexible Spending Accounts
Opportunity to set aside pre-tax dollars, through payroll deduction, for eligible unreimbursed medical care expenses and/or dependent care costs.
Life Insurance
In order to qualify for life insurance benefits, part-time employees must be scheduled for four (4) full work days plus two (2) hours each week.
Employees may elect basic term life insurance for themselves equal to one time the employee's annual salary, rounded to the next higher $1,000. Employees contribute a portion of the premium through monthly payroll deductions. The County also offers an Additional/Employee paid Life Insurance plan with coverage up to $100,000.
Retirement
Employees are required to participate in the Baltimore County Employees' Retirement System, with very limited exceptions.
Paid Leave
Sick Leave - Monthly sick leave earnings prorated based on the number of hours worked per week. No maximum on accrual. Accrued balance can be applied toward service credit at retirement.
Vacation Leave - Monthly vacation leave earnings prorated based on the number of hours worked per week. Earnings increase after five, ten and fifteen years of service generally.
Holidays - Part-time 30 to 39 hour non-merit or non-classified employees will generally be paid for ten holidays per calendar year. Other part-time, non-merit or non-classified employees working 29 hours per week or less will receive two paid holidays per calendar year. These holidays are the Christmas holiday and the Independence Day holiday.
Bereavement Leave
Jury Leave
Military Leave
Baltimore County Employees Federal Credit Union
Membership in Baltimore County Employees Federal Credit Union offers a full range of savings programs, loans, checking, direct deposit, payroll deduction, savings bonds, and other financial services.
Direct Deposit
Payroll through direct deposit to the financial institution selected by employee is required.
Deferred Compensation
Nationwide Retirement Solutions offers a 457 retirement plan allowing for payroll contributions of tax deferred dollars to investment options of your choice.
Disclaimer
This is only a summary of benefits and policies in Baltimore County. Any benefit or policy may be changed at any time at the discretion of the administration. This summary does not constitute an express or implied contract, nor does it constitute a guarantee that your employment relationship will continue for any specified period of time or end only under certain conditions.
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The purpose of the supplemental questions listed below is to further evaluate your experience and education to determine your eligibility for this job classification. Answer each question accurately and thoroughly. The experience you indicate in your responses to the supplemental questions must also be described, in detail, on the Work History section of this application. If you cite experience in your response that is not included on the Work History section of this application, your application may be considered incomplete and you may not receive further consideration for this position. Questions with text answers require you to include the name of the employer/organization and dates of the specific experience.

• I have read and acknowledge the above instructions.

02
Failure to complete all fields of the "Work Experience" section of the application will result in your application not being considered. A resume will not be considered in determining your qualifications for this position. Applicants selected for an interview may provide a resume at that time.

• I have read and acknowledge the above statement.

03
Are you currently a merit (full-time), non-merit (part-time), or temporary employee of the Baltimore County General Government?Employees of Baltimore County Public Schools, Baltimore County Public Library, Baltimore County's court systems or Baltimore County Community College and employees of temporary services used by the County are not considered employees of the Baltimore County General Government.

• Yes
• No

04
The position you are applying for requires proof of education and/or licenses beyond high school in order to qualify. You must submit this proof as instructed on the job posting. If you do not submit the transcript(s) or license(s) by the closing date, your application will not be considered further.

• I have read and acknowledge the above instructions.

05
Select the option that best describes your level of educational and experience.

• Masters' degree in criminology, criminal justice, education, public administration, or a related field; plus five (5) years' of continued academic teaching experience in an institution of higher learning with a preference for experience in police and/or military instructional settings.
• I do not have any of the above combinations of education and experience.

06
Provide specific example(s) of the experience you cited in the previous question. Include the employer(s) and date(s) you performed these duties. Be certain that this experience is also described, in detail, on the Work History/Experience section of this application.If you chose "I do not have any of the above combinations of education and experience" in the previous question, respond by entering N/A to this question.
07
Do you have a teaching certification from the Maryland Police and Correctional Training Commission?

• Yes
• No

08
Provide specific example(s) of the Workday experience you cited in the previous question. Include the employer(s) and date(s) you performed these duties. Be certain that this experience is also described, in detail, on the Work History/Experience section of this application.If you chose "No" in the previous question, respond by entering N/A to this question.
09
The work of this classification is essentially sedentary. Some positions may involve travel between work sites. Are you willing and able to accept these conditions of employment?

• Yes, I am willing to accept these conditions of employment.
• No, I am not willing to accept these conditions of employment and therefore I understand I will not be considered for this position with Baltimore County Government.

10
Applicants selected for employment with Baltimore County must successfully complete a physical examination, drug screening and employment investigation, including, but not limited to criminal background, education certification and fingerprinting checks.

• Yes, I am willing to accept these conditions of employment.
• No, I am not willing to accept these conditions of employment and therefore I understand I will not be considered for this position with Baltimore County Government.

11
I understand I am responsible for maintaining the accuracy of my contact information, including my street address, my e-mail address, and my contact telephone numbers. My failure to maintain accurate contact information may result in my not receiving information regarding this job announcement and/or may result in my not being further considered for this employment opportunity. To update this information visit click on the "career seekers" link, and follow the prompts.

• I have read and acknowledge the above statement.

Required Question