Staff Development Specialist II

State of North Carolina - Health & Human Services; North Carolina; On-site; USD 55,000 - 97,000; Full time

Job summary

The North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) seeks a Staff Development Specialist II to coordinate training and staff development for J. Iverson Riddle Developmental Center.

The role includes assessing needs, planning, developing, coordinating, implementing, documenting, and evaluating programs with supervisory responsibilities in the Staff Development Department. Qualified candidates will have a Bachelor’s degree and at least three years in training development; preferences

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution and three years of training development experience or equivalent.
• Experience coordinating training, planning, and program administration.
• Preferences: AHA CPR instructor and ARC lifeguard instructor trainer.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate training and staff development for J. Iverson Riddle Developmental Center staff.
• Assess training needs, plan, develop, coordinate, implement and evaluate programs.
• Supervise and administer the Staff Development Department.
• Manage scheduling and resource coordination for training delivery.

Skills

Staff development

Curriculum development

Training delivery

Supervision

Training program management

Scheduling & resources

AHA CPR instructor

ARC lifeguard instructor trainer

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Job description

Position Information

Agency Dept of Health and Human Services Division J. Iverson Riddle Developmental Center Job Classification Title Staff Development Specialist II (S) Position Number 60048403 Grade NC15

About Us

The North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) is one of the largest, most complex agencies in the state, and has approximately 17,000 employees. It is responsible for ensuring the health, safety, and well-being of all North Carolinians, providing human service needs for special populations including individuals who are deaf, blind, developmentally disabled, and mentally ill, and helping poor North Carolinians achieve economic independence.

Description of Work

The primary purpose of this position is to coordinate aspects of training and staff development for staff at J. Iverson Riddle Developmental Center. The Specialist II is responsible for assessing training needs, planning, developing, coordinating, implementing, documenting, and evaluating training programs. The Specialist II has supervisory responsibilities and program administration duties within the Staff Development Department.

Knowledge Skills and Abilities/Management Preferences

Salary Range: $55,221.00 – $96,639.00

Recruitment Range: $55,221.00 – $96,639.00

The Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSAs) / Management Preferences are not required. Applicants who possess the following skills are preferred:

• At least 2 years of experience working with people with IDD, and 1 year as a part of a Staff Development program teaching adult learners.
• Ability to develop training curriculum, conduct classes based on the curriculum, and assess curriculum.
• Ability to effectively supervise & evaluate work performance.
• Ability to manager aspects of training program & coordinate training delivery, including scheduling and resource coordination.
• AHA CPR instructor & ARC lifeguard instructor trainer.

Physical Requirements

Physical ability to demonstrate knowledge and proficiency of physical skills taught (i.e., bending, reaching, grasping, holding, movements of arms and legs, standing, lifting etc.).

This Position Is Designated As Mandatory And Must Report Or Stay Over During Adverse Weather Events. We Will Be Recruiting For Multiple Positions With This Post. Your Application Will Be Considered For All Noted Open Positions.

Shift Hours

1st shift (8:00 am – 5:00 pm), Monday - Friday

About J. Iverson Riddle Developmental Center

The J. Iverson Riddle Developmental Center in Morganton, North Carolina is an ICF certified facility for individuals with intellectual disabilities. We provide comprehensive residential care to citizens from 37 counties in the western portion of the state. JIRDC is a caring community where professionals work with people of various ages, cognitive, & functional abilities. The J. Iverson Riddle Developmental Center is located just an hour from the Queen City of Charlotte, home of the Carolina Panthers and the City of Asheville, home to the world renowned Biltmore Estate and Grove Park Inn. Our facility sits on one of the most picturesque properties in Burke County. We are nestled at the foot of the Blue Ridge and South Mountains and just minutes from beautiful Lake James. Nearby Pisgah National Forest offers outdoor adventure and fun for the whole family.

Supplemental Contact Information

The North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) is an Equal Opportunity Employer who embraces an Employment First philosophy which consists of complying with all federal laws, state laws and Executive Orders. We are committed to reviewing requests for reasonable accommodation at any time during the hiring process or while on the job. For more information about DHHS: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/. Positions in the Division of State Operated Healthcare Facilities shall be subject to pre-employment drug testing and criminal record background checks. Also, the use of tobacco products of any kind including vapor products are prohibited from our campuses. All employees are required to adhere to the facility's Vaccination Policy. DHHS uses the Merit-Based Recruitment and Selection Plan to fill positions subject to the State Human Resources Act with the most qualified individuals. Hiring salary will be based on relevant qualifications, internal equity, and budgetary considerations pertinent to the advertised position. In accordance with the Governor’s Executive Order 303, our agency supports second-chance employment for individuals who were previously incarcerated, or justice involved. We invite all potential applicants to apply for positions for which they may be qualified.

Minimum Education and Experience

Bachelor’s degree from an appropriately accredited institution and three years of training development experience in a progressive training or teaching role; or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Some state job postings say you can qualify by an “equivalent combination of education and experience.” If that language appears below, then you may qualify through EITHER years of education OR years of directly related experience, OR a combination of both. See the Education and Experience Equivalency Guide for details.

EEO Statement

The State of North Carolina is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and dedicated to providing employees with a work environment free from all forms of unlawful employment discrimination, harassment, or retaliation. The state provides reasonable accommodation to employees and applicants with disabilities; known limitations related to pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions; and for religious beliefs, observances, and practices.