DPS - DLD - DL Training Specialist - 1785

Texas A&M International; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

The Texas Department of Public Safety is seeking a senior Training Specialist for the Austin HQ to oversee the design, development and evaluation of training programs for the division. The role emphasizes advanced curriculum planning, program assessment and staff guidance.

Weekend work may be required, and schedules can begin as early as 7:00 am and end as late as 8:00 pm, reflecting the extended hours facility environment.

Qualifications

• Plan, design, and develop curricula; set long-term training goals.
• Develop, review, revise, and implement training programs and policies.
• Design training materials; evaluate training outcomes.
• Advise staff and promote effective training methods.
• Promote training services and collaborate with management to resolve training problems.
• May manage contracts for training services.

Responsibilities

• Plan, design, and develop curricula; develop methods for the assessment and evaluation of training goals.
• Develop, review, revise and implement training programs, policies, and procedures; evaluate data and review reports.
• Design, create, evaluate and review training materials; recommend modifications to improve results of training aids and text materials.
• Advise staff in resolving training problems and ensure effective use of modern training methods.
• Promote the use of training services and collaborate with managers to resolve issues.

Skills

Curriculum development

Training program evaluation

Facilitation & coaching

Adult education principles

Education

Bachelor's degree in training and development or related field

Tools

MS Office Suite

Job description

Job Title DPS - DLD - DL Training Specialist - 1785

This position is located at the Austin HQ office.

Weekend work may be required, on occasion.

This position is for an extended hours facility. Work schedules begin as early as 7:00am and may end as late as 8:00pm.

GENERAL DESCRIPTION:

Perform advanced (senior-level) training work. Work involves overseeing the planning, developing, scheduling, conducting, and evaluating of training and educational programs; and analyzing training programs. May train others and supervise the work of others. Work under limited supervision, with considerable latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment.

The following Military Occupational Specialty codes are generally applicable to this position.

Applicants must fully complete the summary of experience to determine if minimum qualifications are met.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES / RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Plan, design, and develop curricula; develop methods for the assessment and evaluation of training and identifies long-term training goals.
• Develop, review, revise and implement training programs, policies, and procedures; evaluate data and review reports.
• Design, create, evaluate and review training materials; recommend modifications to improve results of training aids and text materials.
  
• Advise staff in resolving training problems and ensure the effective use of modern training methods and techniques.
• Promote the use of training services, methods, and techniques. Collaborate with managers of the Division and the service in resolving training problems and ensure training is effective.
• May evaluate, recommend, or plan supplemental training programs with private employers and state or federal agencies.
• Develop standard operating procedural manuals for training programs.
• May manage contracts for training services.
• Conduct various training sessions for other training activities within the Department and for collaborations other agencies.
• May oversee, train and supervise the work of others.
• Performs related work as assigned.
  

GENERAL QUALIFICATIONS and REQUIREMENTS:

Education - Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university with a major in training and development, education, human resource management, public administration, organizational development, business management, learning theory and processes, or related discipline is required.
Experience - Minimum of five (5) years¿ work experience in curriculum development, facilitation and training is required.
Substitution Note: Additional work experience of the type described or other related education may be substituted for one another on a year-for-year basis.
Licensure and/or Certification - If driving is required must possess a valid driver license from state of residence.
Regulatory knowledge - Knowledge of applicable departmental rules, regulations, policies, and procedures; knowledge of criminal law proceedings and rules of evidence. Knowledge of instructional, curriculum, design and evaluation. The ability to coach others and facilitate groups.
Supervisory/Managerial/Leadership skills - Ability to provide leadership; supervise the work of others; influence others and ability to identify and solve problems. Knowledge of and ability to apply training procedures and techniques and of adult education principles, practices, and techniques. Formulate learning objectives, develop training objectives, and assess the effectiveness of training.
Interpersonal Skills - Ability to work effectively with coworkers, internal/external customers, employees, etc. Position continually requires demonstrated poise, tact, diplomacy, and an ability to establish and maintain effective working/professional relationships with external and internal customers. Knowledge of group processes, group dynamics, and interpersonal relations.
Organizational and Prioritization Skills - Experience in assisting with multiple projects in a fast-paced environment. Ability to multi-task and prioritize in a high-stress, fast-paced, multi-demand environment, and the ability to make sound work-related judgments and decisions. Ability to understand and effectively apply complex oral and written instructions and procedures.
Presentation/Communication Skills - Excellent verbal and written communication skills to include complex correspondence drafting, English composition, grammar, punctuation, and spelling. Ability to present to large, small and diverse groups. Ability to make quick and accurate judgment calls regarding the need to provide information to various customers.
Technology (computers/hardware/software/operating systems) - Proficient with classroom audio/visual components, personal computers, and modern business office practices. Proficiency in MS Office applications and various software; e.g., spreadsheets, word processing, databases, desk-top publishing and internet/intranet skills. (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).
Confidentiality and Protected Information - Must demonstrate an ability to responsibly handle sensitive and confidential information and situations, and adhere to applicable laws/statutes/policies related to access, maintenance and dissemination of information.
Safety - Must be able to work in safe manner at all times, avoiding shortcuts that have potential adverse results/risks, and must be able to comply with safety standards and best practices.
Travel and/or Schedule - This position requires the possibility of extended work hours as early as 7:00 am to as late as 8:00 pm. Weekend work may be required.

PHYSICAL and/or ENVIRONMENTAL DEMANDS:

PHYSICAL and/or ENVIRONMENTAL DEMANDS:
The physical and environmental demands described here are representative of those encountered and/or necessary for the employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job; reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
¿ Environment: Office;
¿ Ambulatory skills, e.g., stand, walk, sit;
¿ Hand-eye coordination and arm/hand/finger dexterity;
¿ Ability to speak, hear, and exercise visual acuity;
¿ Ability to transfer weights of twenty-five (25) pounds anticipated for this position;
¿ Driving requirements: Low -1 or less times/week.

Current DPS employees who submit applications for posted DPS positions shall notify their immediate supervisor in writing.

A DPS employee who is selected for a position in the same salary group and state title as their current position will be transferred with no salary change.

A DPS employee who is selected for a position in their current salary group with a new state title may receive an increase of no more than 3.4% over their current salary regardless of posted salary.

Salary is contingent upon qualifications and is subject to salary administration and budgetary restrictions.

State of Texas retirees may be rehired for full-time, non-commissioned positions only under very specific circumstances.