Training and Development Specialist (Austin)

About the Role

The Training and Development Specialist IV performs highly complex (senior-level) training work. Works under limited supervision, with moderate latitude in the use of initiative and independent judgment.

What You Will Do

• Coordinate, research, design, and write formal complex curricula that are grammatically correct and organized and that are compliant with Section 508 Accessibility requirements.
• Deliver software classroom training, presentations, and meetings in person and in virtual environments using Microsoft Teams and/or Zoom.
• Accurately and grammatically prepare documents, including correspondence, proposals, briefings, reports, training materials, and project timelines.
• Deliver a wide variety of technical training to diverse audiences by translating complex content into basic concepts.
• Manage multiple projects using formal project management methodology and tools.
• Build and maintain communication and working relationships with Administrative and Program staff, community, and co-workers to accomplish the department's goals and objectives.
• Work on department special projects and other related work as assigned to meet department goals and objectives.
• Coordinate and facilitate meetings.
• Travel to Texas Workforce boards across the state of Texas to train in-person classes when requested.
• Perform other duties as assigned to meet department goals.

Qualifications

• Three years of experience in positions that provided knowledge of training methods, techniques, and materials as related to individual development, education, and training programs; or in positions that provided knowledge of agency operation or programs which included giving group presentations.
• Relevant academic credits may be applied toward experience qualifications for this position.

Skills

• Experience training adults.
• Experience teaching software and technical classes.
• Experience in developing curricula.
• Experience with current virtual and in person training.
• The ability to travel to Local Workforce Board areas to perform TWC training.
• The ability to use creative thinking to originate new methodologies, concepts, or programs.
• Knowledge of Section 508 of the Rehabilitation Act accessibility requirements.
• Experience with writing documents that are grammatically accurate, well-developed, organized, and appropriate for the given audience and purpose.

Benefits

• Family Friendly Certified Workplace
• Competitive salary: $5,166.67/month
• Defined Retirement Benefit Plan
• Optional 401(k) and 457 accounts
• Medical Insurance
• Paid time off, including time for vacation, sick and family care leave

Pay & Schedule

• Duty involves up to 25% travel within the state of Texas.