CRIMINAL JUSTICE TRAINER 4 (Use of Force/Control Defensive Tactics Program)

CRIMINAL JUSTICE TRAINER 4 (Use of Force/Control Defensive Tactics Program)

Salary

$6,708.00 - $9,109.00 Monthly

Location

King County - Burien, WA

Job Type

Full Time - Permanent

Job Number

CJT4-ASTD-UOF/CDT-#TBD

Department

Criminal Justice Training Commission

Opening Date

09/30/2026

Closing Date

10/8/2026 11:59 PM Pacific

Salary Information

The high end of the salary range, Step M is typically a longevity step

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Description

The duty station for this position is in King County. The incumbent will receive 5% premium pay in addition to the salary listed above.

THE OPPORTUNITY:

The Washington State Criminal Justice Training Commission (WSCJTC) is seeking an experienced law enforcement training professional to serve as a Criminal Justice Trainer 4 and subject matter expert in Advanced Use of Force/Control Defensive Tactics (UOF/CDT). This position provides advanced-level instruction and leadership within the UOF/CDT program, including planning and delivering training, evaluating students, and ensuring instruction follows established curriculum, industry best practices, and reflects current legal requirements and safety standards.

As a lead trainer and supervisor, you will provide coaching and guidance to Criminal Justice Trainer 2 and 3 positions, helping strengthen instructor effectiveness and promote consistent, high-quality training. You will also provide expert recommendations regarding UOF/CDT training facilities, equipment, and practices to support safe and effective instruction.

If you are an experienced law enforcement trainer with advanced UOF/CDT expertise who is passionate about developing others, advancing instructional excellence, and preparing criminal justice professionals with the knowledge and skills necessary to safely serve their communities, we encourage you to apply!

THE BENEFITS:

WSCJTC offers outstanding benefits, choice of state retirement programs including a defined benefit pension plan, advancement opportunities, and flexible/compressed work schedules.

At the WSCJTC, we value the importance of creating an environment in which all employees feel respected, included, and empowered to bring unique ideas to the agency. Our diversity and inclusion efforts include embracing different cultures, backgrounds, and perspectives while fostering growth and advancement in the workplace.

Duties

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES (include but are not limited to):

• Serve as a subject matter expert in UOF/CDT training and as a key member of the train the trainer cadre for WSCJTC certified UOF/CDT trainers.
• Deliver and oversee training delivery by other instructors for criminal justice recruits and incumbent officer students.
• Facilitate advanced training and/or train the trainer courses statewide for UOF/CDT instructors.
• Ensure subordinate UOF/CDT staff possess accurate information and remain current on related RCWs, model use of force policy, and WSCJTC policy and procedures.
• Collaborate with Criminal Justice Trainer 3 position, BLEA instructors, and external agency partners to share student performance challenges, recommendations for remedial training, and/or additional training support with the subjects home agency.
• Ensure additional or remedial training is provided to BLEA students and documented according to student record requirements through delegation and audit of records, as needed.
• Review, analyze, and evaluate data regarding program specific tools, techniques, and existing training for risk analysis, resource considerations, and future training drafts, modifications, or edits to curriculum.
• Propose drafts, modifications, and edits to curriculum, policy, and/or program requirements for review and approval in accordance with RCW, WAC, and agency policy.
• Serve as project lead coordinating timeline and milestones, assigning tasks and responsibilities to others. Tracks and monitors deliverables and prepares reports, as necessary.
• Provide mentorship, guidance, inspiration, and influence toward subordinate positions within the chain of command to provide others with the ability to learn and grow.
• Monitor and evaluate instruction provided by subordinate positions within the chain of command ensuring compliance with WSCJTC curriculum, policy and procedures.
• Supervise Criminal Justice 2 and 3 positions within the UOF/CDT program.
• Set expectations, provide direction and guidance when necessary, and ensure subordinates are adequately equipped and trained to perform their assigned duties to agency standards.
• Ensure proper performance management in accordance with state rules. Understand requirements and duties covered in current CJT positions, review and update position descriptions, as required, and perform meaningful evaluations for staff as required.
• Coordinate instructor coverage for the instructional units. Ensure appropriate student-to-instructor ratios are maintained or modified as necessary to comply with best practices.
• Determine, document, and schedule blocks of instruction appropriate to instructor rations in accordance with proper student to instructor ratios. Ratios differ by type of instruction, ex. classroom instruction does not require 5:1 student-to-instructor ratio where other high-risk blocks such as weapon retention, choke defense, wall drills might require a higher instructor ratio based of student's experience, understanding, and mastery of the material being taught.
• Proactively emphasize the importance of safety procedures in the training environment and ensure subordinates do the same.
• Oversee safety monitoring is conducted ensuring protocols are adhered to by students, instructors and staff.
• Provide recommendations to enhance health and safety for students, instructors, and staff.
• Serve as a subject-matter expert, ensuring the basic and advanced course curriculum meets industry best practice standards for safety, tactics, and decision making based on RCW/WAC, and the AG Use of Force Model policy.
• Lead UOF/CDT curriculum update committees as needed to seek information from external partners (WSCJTC certified instructors) on curriculum as best practices evolve and legal mandates are created.
• Monitor best practices, updates to RCWs and WACs to ensure curriculum is current, legally defensible, and scientifically valid.
• Evaluate curriculum change proposals to ensure they align with training at the basic level for BLEA and are in keeping with policy and procedure and risk mitigation strategies. Example weigh injury considerations for instructors, students, and staff.
• Ensure that staff and recruit injuries are reported and documented using our agency injury report process.
• Ensure that injury notifications are made following the agency injury reporting process.
• Maintain relevance in training regarding UOF/CDT and best practices.
• Maintain subject-matter expertise in current laws, UOF model policy, and regulations.
• Coordinate with the internal agency staff and positions to order and maintain an adequate inventory of program equipment and supplies to facilitate BLEA and advanced training courses.
• Maintain records in accordance with the State of Washington and agency-specific retention schedules including organized records of program incidents, records, and memos for the program.

Qualifications

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

Bachelor's degree in criminal justice, public administration, sociology, psychology, adult education, forensics, degree plan specific to the course(s) taught, or other similar degree plans.

AND

Five years of experience as a certified law enforcement or corrections professional.

• OR -

Seven years of experience as a certified law enforcement or corrections professional.

AND

Three or more years of experience training criminal justice professionals as a WSCJTC Criminal Justice Trainer 2 or higher or in a full-time training assignment within a criminal justice agency.

AND

Two years of supervisory experience and knowledge of the principles of effective supervision and management.

AS WELL AS:

• Experience as a trainer of certified criminal justice personnel (law enforcement, corrections) specifically in control and defensive tactics, de-escalation, or patrol tactics.
• Current Washington State Criminal Justice Training Commission CDT Instructor Certification or similar (WA state certification, certification from another state recognized Law Enforcement instructor, or high-level military combative certification) with the ability to pass agency-specific certification within one month of hire.
• At least two years of government first-level supervisor experience (certified law enforcement, corrections, or equivalent military experience).
• At least three years of experience serving as a subject matter expert and/or lead on project management and curriculum development teams.
• At least three years of experience effectively public speaking and providing high quality and effective written communication for various audiences.
• Understanding of adult teaching and learning methods.
• No sustained use of force complaints.
• Complaints must be satisfactorily explained.
• Demonstrated positive interpersonal and strong customer service skills necessary to establish and foster effective working relationships with internal and external partners and the public.
• Quality problem-solving skills include analysis and strategy.
• Strong work ethic, self-directed, and able to work in a team-teaching environment.
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced environment with shifting and often competing priorities.
• Adherence to agencys vision, mission, and values.
• Ability to model behaviors required by students.
• The ability to take action to learn and grow.
• The ability to take action to meet the needs of others.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Understanding of and/or experience with WSCJTC protocols and chain of command.
• Recent experience with Basic Law Enforcement Academy training.
• WSCJTC related Instructor level courses.
• Two years experience in implementing training programs, including hands-on training, specific to certified law enforcement and/or certified corrections personnel (FTO/PTO experience meets this requirement).
• Skills for basic computer applications including Microsoft Office Suite.
• Public relations experience.

Supplemental Information

HOW TO APPLY:

Applications for this recruitment will be accepted electronically through NEOGov. Simply click the green "Apply" button in the upper right-hand corner to get started.

Please attach the following to your online application:

• A chronological Resume outlining your experience to date.
• A Letter of Interest detailing your qualifications, and why you believe you are the best person for this role, and
• A minimum of three (3) professional references who can attest to your work performance, technical skills, knowledge base, and job-related competencies.

We are looking for evidence in your application materials that you have the experience, skills, and abilities indicated in this job posting. Qualified applicants whose responses most closely match the requirements of this position may be invited to an interview. Carefully review your application before submitting. All information may be verified, and documentation may be required.

The initial screening will be solely based on the contents and completeness of the application materials submitted.

Applications from this job posting may be used for up to 60 days to fill future vacancies.

Veterans Preference

Applicants who meet the required qualifications for the position and wish to claim Veterans Preference MUST attach a copy of their DD214, or other verification of military service. Please blackout any personally identifiable data such as social security numbers. For additional information on Veterans Preference and guidance on how to determine if you are eligible, click here.

We thank you and are grateful for your service!

Contact Us:

If you have questions, contact Human Resources at cjtchumanresources@cjtc.wa.gov.

WSCJTC is an equal opportunity employer. Women, racial and ethnic minorities, persons of disability, persons over 40 years of age, disabled and Vietnam era veterans, and people of all sexual orientations and gender identities are encouraged to apply. Persons with disabilities needing assistance in the application process, or those needing this job announcement in an alternative format may contact the listed recruiter. WSCJTC does not use the E-Verify system. For more information, please visit https://www.uscis.gov/.

More than Just a Paycheck!

Employee benefits are not just about the kind of services you get, they are also about how much you may have to pay out of pocket. Washington State offers one of the most competitive benefits packages in the nation.

We understand that your life revolves around more than just your career. Like everyone, your first priority is ensuring that you and your family will maintain health and financial security. Thats why choice is a key component of our benefits package. We have a selection of health and retirement plans, paid leave, staff training and other compensation benefits that you can mix and match to meet your current and future needs.

Read about our benefits:

The following information describes typical benefits available for full-time employees who are expected to work more than six months. Actual benefits may vary by appointment type or be prorated for other than full-time work (e.g. part-time); view the job posting for benefits details for job types other than full-time.

Note: If the position offers benefits which differ from the following, the job posting should include the specific benefits.

Insurance Benefits

Employees and their families are covered by medical (including vision), dental and basic life insurance. There are multiple medical plans with affordable monthly premiums that offer coverage throughout the state.

Staff are eligible to enroll each year in a medical flexible spending account which enables them to use tax-deferred dollars toward their health care expenses. Employees are also covered by basic life and long-term disability insurance, with the option to purchase additional coverage amounts.

To view premium rates, coverage choice in your area and how to enroll, please visit the Public Employees Benefits Board (PEBB) website. The Washington Wellness program from the Health Care Authority works with PEBB to support our workplace wellness programs.

Dependent care assistance allows the employee to save pre-tax dollars for a child or elder care expenses.

Other insurance coverage for auto, boat, home, and renter insurance is available through payroll deduction.

The Washington State Employee Assistance Program promotes the health and well-being of employees.

Retirement and Deferred Compensation

State Employees are members of the Washington Public Employees Retirement System (PERS). New employees have the option of two employer contributed retirement programs. For additional information, check out the Department of Retirement Systems web site.

Employees also have the ability to participate in the Deferred Compensation Program (DCP). This is a supplemental retirement savings program (similar to an IRA) that allows you control over the amount of pre-tax salary dollars you defer as well as the flexibility to choose between multiple investment options.

Social Security

All state employees are covered by the federal Social Security and Medicare systems. The state and the employee pay an equal amount into the system.

Public Service Loan Forgiveness

If you are employed by a government or not-for-profit organization, and meet the qualifying criteria, you may be eligible to receive student loan forgiveness under the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program.

Holidays

Full-time and part-time employees are entitled to paid holidays and one paid personal holiday per calendar year.

Note: Employees who are members of certain Unions may be entitled to additional personal leave day(s), please refer to position specific Collective Bargaining Agreements for more information.

Full-time employees who work full monthly schedules qualify for holiday compensation if they are employed before the holiday and are in pay status for at least 80 nonovertime hours during the month of the holiday; or for the entire work shift preceding the holiday.

Part-time employees who are in pay status during the month of the holiday qualify for the holiday on a pro-rata basis. Compensation for holidays (including personal holiday) will be proportionate to the number of hours in pay status in the month to that required for full-time employment, excluding all holiday hours. Pay status includes hours worked and time on paid leave.

Sick Leave

Full-time employees earn eight hours of sick leave per month. Overtime eligible employees who are in pay status for less than 80 hours per month, earn a monthly proportionate to the number of hours in pay status, in the month to that required for full-time employment. Overtime exempt employees who are in pay status for less than 80 hours per month do not earn a monthly accrual of sick leave.

Sick leave accruals for part-time employees will be proportionate to the number of hours in pay status, in the month to that required for full-time employment. Pay status includes hours worked, time on paid leave and paid holiday.

Vacation (Annual Leave)

Full-time employees accrue vacation leave at the rates specified in WAC 357-31-165(1) or the applicable collective bargaining agreement (CBA). Full-time employees who are in pay status for less than 80 nonovertime hours in a month do not earn a monthly accrual of vacation leave.

Part-time employees accrue vacation leave hours in accordance with WAC 357-31-165(1) or the applicable collective bargaining agreement (CBA) on a pro rata basis. Vacation leave accrual will be proportionate to the number of hours in pay status, in the month to that required for full-time employment.

Pay status includes hours worked, time on paid leave and paid holiday.

As provided in WAC 357-58-175, an employer may authorize a lump-sum accrual of vacation leave or accelerate the vacation leave accrual rate to support the recruitment and/or retention of a candidate or employee for a Washington Management Service position. Vacation leave accrual rates may only be accelerated using the rates established WAC 357-31-165.

Note: Most agencies follow the civil service rules covering leave and holidays for exempt employees even though there is no requirement for them to do so. However, agencies are required to adhere to the applicable RCWs pertaining holidays and leave.

Military Leave

Washington State supports members of the armed forces with 21 days paid military leave per year.

Bereavement Leave

Most employees whose family member or household member dies, or for loss of pregnancy, are entitled to five (5) days of paid bereavement leave. In addition, the employer may approve other available leave types for the purpose of bereavement leave.

Additional Leave

Leave Sharing

Parental Leave

Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA)

Leave Without Pay

Please visit the State HR Website for more detailed information regarding benefits.

Updated 01-07-2026

01

Do you have a bachelor's degree (or higher) in criminal justice, public administration, sociology, psychology, adult education, forensics, degree plan specific to the course(s) taught, or other similar degree plans?

• Yes
• No

02

How many years of experience do you have as a certified law enforcement or corrections professional?

• LESS THAN five years of experience.
• AT LEAST five years of experience.
• Six years of experience.
• Seven years of experience.
• Eight years of experience.
• Nine years of experience.
• Ten years of experience.
• 11-13 years of experience.
• 13-15 years of experience.
• 15-17 years of experience.
• 18-20 years of experience.
• 20 or more years of experience.

03

In response to the question above, include details of your law enforcement or corrections experience.

04

How many years of experience do you have training criminal justice professionals as a WSCJTC Criminal Justice Trainer 2 (or higher) OR in a full-time training assignment within a criminal justice agency?

• LESS THAN three years of experience.
• AT LEAST three years of experience.
• Four years of experience.
• Five years of experience.
• Six years of experience.
• Seven years of experience.
• Eight years of experience.
• Nine years of experience.
• Ten or more years of experience.

05

In response to the question above, provide details on your experience training criminal justice professionals. Include agency worked for, job title, dates of service, and duties performed.

06

Do you have at least two years of supervisory experience along with the knowledge of the principles of effective supervision and management?

• Yes
• No

07

In response to the question above, detail your experience as a supervisor as well as your knowledge of supervision and management. Please include the positions you supervised, for how long and for what agency.

08

Do you have experience as a trainer of certified criminal justice personnel (law enforcement, corrections) specifically in control and defensive tactics, de-escalation, or patrol tactics?

• Yes
• No

09

In response to the question above, provide details of your experience serving as a trainer of certified criminal justice personnel.

10

Do you hold a current WSCJTC CDT Instructor Certification or similar (WA state certification, certification from another state recognized Law Enforcement instructor, or high-level military combative certification) and have the ability to pass agency-specific certification within one month of hire?

• Yes
• No

11

In response to the question above, list the name of the current CDT Instructor Certification(s) you hold.

12

Do you have at least two years of government first-level supervisor experience (certified law enforcement, corrections, or equivalent military experience)?

• Yes
• No

13

In response to the question above, provide details of your first-level supervisory experience with a government agency (certified law enforcement, corrections, or equivalent military experience). Include name of agency, length of service, job title, and duties performed.

14

Do you have at least three years of experience serving as a subject matter expert and/or lead on project management and curriculum development teams?

• Yes
• No

15

In the space below, provide details on your experience serving as a subject matter expert and/or lead on project management and curriculum development teams.

16

Do you have at least three years of effective public speaking experience and providing high quality and effective written communication for various audiences?

• Yes
• No

17

In the space below, describe your experience in public speaking and providing high quality and effective written communication for various audiences.

18

Have you received any sustained use of force complaints throughout your career?

• Yes
• No

19

Have you received any other sustained complaints throughout your career?

• Yes
• No

20

If you responded "Yes" to the two complaint questions above, explain the details of the sustained complaint along with the sanction received and date of incident(s).

Required Question

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