HIV/STD Workforce Training Specialist

About the role

Under the direct supervision of the HIV Prevention Manager, the Training and Development Specialist IV (TDS IV) performs highly complex senior-level training and development work for the HIV/STD Section-HIV/STD Prevention Unit. Works under limited supervision, with moderate latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment. The position is responsible for facilitating virtual and in-person training, supporting curriculum and program development, collecting and analyzing training data, preparing reports, coordinating training events, and collaborating with internal and external partners.

Responsibilities

• Training Facilitation (45%): Coordinates and conducts training and development in classroom or online settings. Facilitates small, medium, and large group training sessions, professional development courses, and virtual and in-person learning sessions. Organizes and prepares training materials and supplies, including printing handouts, notebooks, and training prompts. Ensures participants' printed materials are ready at the beginning of training. Applies adult learning theory, classroom management, and facilitation techniques to instruction. Delivers curricula using approved policies and procedures. Provides in-person training for the workforce across Texas. Travels up to 75% of assigned duties, for as many as 5 days and 6 nights at a time, multiple times a month, in accordance with agency travel guidelines. Weekend travel may be required. Facilitates or supports virtual or webinar-based training using approved platforms and tools. Works with diverse audiences with varying backgrounds and knowledge bases. Utilizes cultural humility as a foundational approach. Adheres to course delivery requirements and all State, Federal, and programmatic guidelines.
• Curriculum and Program Development (35%): Coordinates with the HIV Capacity Building Coordinator on curriculum development based on adult learning theory. Designs, develops, revises, and coordinates training/educational materials and support programs. Develops specialized training initiatives (webinars, in-person classes, virtual learning content, etc.) in response to needs identified by supervisors, regional staff, local health department staff, community planning groups, and other DSHS programs. Addresses courses for special client populations, HIV/STD/HCV testing counselors, clinicians, case managers, advocates, navigators, outreach workers, and intervention staff. Uses plain, accessible language to convey current public health concepts and strategies. Provides recommendations for remediation of accessibility issues, including large print materials and accommodations for participants with needs. Collaborates with internal and external subject matter experts to develop comprehensive training programs.
• Data Analysis and Reporting (10%): Collects and analyzes data for quality assurance and process and program improvement. Maintains all applicable reporting, including pre- and post-testing, surveys, attendance records, and other information requested by the HIV Capacity Building Coordinator. Prepares program reports, conducts data analysis and evaluation, and provides other communications as needed. Gathers and reports on information related to needs of the HIV/STD/HCV workforce and conducts needs assessments as directed. Collects data to evaluate and analyze training needs and effectiveness.
• Other Duties (10%): Collaborates in capacity building program, administrative, monitoring, evaluation, and workgroup activities. Coordinates training events by determining and securing date, time, location, facilitator, and number of participants; maintains training schedules. Serves as a professional resource for employees and managers regarding training programs and promotes use of training services. Works as an active member of various workgroups on projects related to HIV, STD, and viral hepatitis programs. Collaborates with other DSHS programs and external stakeholders to create events that meet workforce needs. Attends teleconferences, webinars, in-person and virtual meetings, and other events upon request. Maintains an available schedule capable of necessary travel expectations, including reliable transportation and means to travel on a reimbursable basis. Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university with major coursework in Public Health or a closely related field. Relevant work experience may be substituted for education on a year-for-year basis.
• A minimum of three (3) years of experience providing training, facilitation, or adult education is required.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working in HIV, STD, and/or Hepatitis prevention, surveillance, treatment, or public health programs.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Knowledge of local, state, and federal laws related to the program area
• Knowledge of public health administration
• Knowledge of training planning, development, implementation, and facilitation
• Knowledge of training best practices
• Knowledge of research techniques
• Knowledge of current disease trends and populations experiencing health disparities
• Knowledge of Adult Learning Theory
• Skill in course development and design
• Skill in training facilitation in small, medium, and large settings
• Skill in training facilitation to health care or public health professionals
• Skill in interpersonal and personality navigation
• Skill in presenting to audiences of various knowledge levels and backgrounds
• Skill in virtual and in-person presentation software (i.e. PowerPoint, Teams, etc.)
• Ability to maintain professional demeanor and remove all bias from work
• Ability to conduct research on public health topics
• Ability to communicate effectively, tactfully, and professionally in written and spoken formats
• Ability to conduct presentations independently