Senior Transportation Training Leader

South Dakota State Government; Pierre (SD); On-site; USD 47,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Well-being program

Employee assistance program

Dental, Vision and HSA

Paid leave

Job summary

South Dakota State Government is seeking a Training and Development Specialist to manage and evolve the Department's comprehensive training and development program. This role oversees agency-wide training strategy, coordinates STGs, and aligns workforce development with the department's mission of Better Lives Through Better Transportation.

The position serves as the primary point of contact for training initiatives, internal and external communication, and strategic planning related to employee

Qualifications

• Experience in training program management, instructional design, curriculum development, or workforce development.
• Strong communication, facilitation, and project management skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and collaborate effectively with leadership and Subject Matter Experts.
• Experience with learning technologies, reporting tools, and LMS platforms.

Responsibilities

• Manage a department wide training program that identifies and supports current and future workforce competencies.
• Partner with division directors, program managers, and STGs to determine priorities, develop annual and multi year training plans, and assess emerging needs.
• Oversee development of new training pathways, and competency based programs.
• Oversee the maintenance of the Department's Learning Management System, ensuring system reliability, data integrity, and reporting.
• Monitor system functionality and user experience to support efficient, accessible learning across the Department.
• Guide subject matter experts in designing high quality training content, selecting effective delivery methods, and ensuring consistency across divisions.
• Oversee department created training materials, ensuring accuracy, accessibility, and alignment with job expectations.
• Support integration of innovative learning formats, including webinars, digital learning tools, and recorded modules.
• Oversee scheduling, instructor support, materials development, communications, and execution of statewide training sessions.
• Collaborate with internal and external training partners.
• Supervise a team of 3-training staff, providing mentorship, performance feedback, and opportunities for professional growth.
• Establish workload priorities, assign projects, and maintain high quality service standards.
• Stay current on federal and state training mandates, certification requirements, and DOT job specific competencies.
• Ensure required training is properly tracked and documented.
• Oversee training related contracts, budget forecasting, vendor coordination, and procurement activities.
• Monitor expenditures and budgets related to supplies, software, equipment, and professional services.

Skills

Self motivation

Growth mindset

Vision & creativity

Team player

Attention to detail

Ethical standards

Tools

LMS

Job description

South Dakota State Government is seeking a Training and Development Specialist to manage and evolve the Department's comprehensive training and development program. This role oversees agency-wide training strategy, coordinates STGs, and aligns workforce development with the department's mission of Better Lives Through Better Transportation.

The position serves as the primary point of contact for training initiatives, internal and external communication, and strategic planning related to employee