Role Overview

Coordinate training and leadership development programs utilizing best practices for leveraging these programs across the department.
Research, development, and review of curriculum and training materials in coordination with the Training & Development Coordinator and the Employee Development Unit.
Assist Training & Development Coordinator with coordination of training programs (such as Supervisor Foundations, Leadership Development, Coaching, Emotional Intelligence, etc).
Conduct various training sessions (Extended DISC Communication Styles, Supervisory Foundations, SLII, Emotional Intelligence and others).
Creation of eLearning modules in coordination with the Training & Development Coordinator.
Coordinate review of contracts, bids and purchasing of equipment, supplies, vendors, and facility meeting rooms for training and meetings.
Assist in the production and evaluation of technology, such as audio-visual aids and computer-based software.
Develop, administer, and analyze reports.
Coordinate and administer external training platforms such as Franklin Covey All Access Pass (AAP) and LinkedIn Learning.
Maintain the Learning Management System (LMS); Serve as backup to the LMS Administrator.
Assist Training & Development Coordinator in determining ways to leverage the LMS to enhance employee learning paths and other functionality.
Coordinate with HR Assistant on LMS software updates and assist with LMS upgrades as needed.
Assist LMS Administrator with troubleshooting LMS issues.
Develop and prepare eLearning modules to be launched from the LMS.
Develop and prepare standard/customized training reports as requested, working with LMS Administrator to implement.
Member of the Training & Development Working Group and backup for Training & Development Coordinator.
Assist Training & Development Coordinator on special projects and programs from the Director's Office and other requests as needed.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Organizational Development, Education, Communications, Business or Public Policy or a closely related field.
3-5 years of progressively responsible training experience in an adult learning environment.
Must maintain a valid, current driver's license.
Thorough understanding of adult learning theory (ADDIE Model and Blooms Taxonomy)
Ability to work in fast-paced environment with excellent time-management skills.
Proficient with computers and technology.
Experience conducting training and other presentations to large groups (in-person and with WebEx, Teams, Zoom, or other virtual environments).
Ability to create training flyers; training manuals and handouts; and PowerPoint presentations.
Proficient skills with Microsoft Office suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Publisher); knowledge of Adobe Pro, Canva, Articulate, or Captivate.
Excellent customer service and communication skills.
Efficiently produce well-written documents and correspondence.
Attention to detail; be highly accurate and thorough in all tasks.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with Department staff.
Ability to work weekends, as needed.
Ability to travel frequently with occasional overnight stays.

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