Training and Curriculum Development Manager

Commonwealth of Massachusetts; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 93,000 - 104,900; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work schedule

Diversity and inclusion commitment

Job summary

Commonwealth of Massachusetts is seeking a Training and Curriculum Development Manager to design and oversee adult training curricula on trauma, resilience, and equity. You will manage projects, coordinate trainings across Massachusetts, and analyze feedback to improve learning outcomes.

The role blends in-person and remote work with occasional travel for trainings. A strong background in curriculum design, facilitation, and supervising staff is essential.

Qualifications

• Experience designing training curricula for adults.
• Knowledge of childhood trauma, resilience, and related principles.
• Experience translating stakeholder needs into training materials.
• Excellent facilitation skills for diverse audiences.
• Experience developing virtual/asynchronous trainings.
• Experience supervising staff.
• Proficiency with Microsoft 365 Suite.
• Bachelor’s degree in public policy, psychology, sociology, or related field.
• 4+ years in training and facilitation; 2+ years in curriculum design; 1+ year supervision.

Responsibilities

• Lead content design for new training and technical assistance projects, outlining curriculum per guidance.
• Facilitate in-person and virtual trainings and technical assistance.
• Draft participant surveys and analyze feedback for improvements.
• Coordinate trainings with state agencies, providing project management and content expertise.
• Supervise staff, provide guidance, and conduct performance reviews.
• Maintain relationships with state agencies and partners.
• Review research on resilience and trauma-informed practices to adapt curricula.

Skills

Adult training design

Curriculum design

Trauma-informed training

Project management

Staff supervision

Facilitation

Microsoft 365

Education

Bachelor's degree in public policy or related field

Tools

Microsoft 365 Suite

Job description

An Official website of the Commonwealth of Massachusetts

Job Description - Training and Curriculum Development Manager (260004V1)

The Office of the Child Advocate (OCA) is an independent executive branch agency with oversight and ombudsperson responsibilities, established by the Massachusetts Legislature in 2008. The OCA's mission is to ensure that children receive appropriate, timely, and quality state services, with a particular focus on ensuring that the Commonwealth's most vulnerable and at‑risk children can thrive. Through collaboration with public and private stakeholders, the OCA identifies gaps in state services and recommends improvements in policy, practice, regulation, and/or law. The OCA also serves as a resource for families who are receiving, or are eligible to receive, services from the Commonwealth.

The Center on Child Wellbeing & Trauma (CCWT) at the OCA supports state agencies and their community‑based partners in their journey toward becoming trauma‑informed and responsive through the creation and delivery of in‑person and virtual trainings. CCWT also provides in‑depth technical assistance on how to make policies, programs, and interactions more trauma‑responsive to support child wellbeing.

The right candidate for this position has skills in the creation of trainings for adult learners, has project management skills, can design trainings related to trauma, resilience, and equity, and enjoys being part of a collaborative team, agile, and able to pivot as objectives of trainings shift. The right candidate will also focus on data collection and analysis, bringing a data‑driven eye to the Center’s strategic goals. Additionally, an understanding of how Massachusetts Executive Branch agencies operate is required. Most of all, the right candidate has a passion for improving the lives of the children and youth of the Commonwealth and wants to be part of an innovative, growing team of public servants who share that passion.

This role requires a mixture of in‑person work at the OCA office, in‑person trainings throughout Massachusetts with employee‑provided transportation, and remote work.

Application Instructions

Applications are to be submitted on the Mass Careers website: MassCareers Create a Profile guide | Mass.gov. A cover letter and resume are required parts of the application. Review of applicants will start immediately and continue while the position is posted, with first consideration given to those received on or before July 27th, 2026.

The OCA is committed to creating and supporting an inclusive work community that is free of all forms of discrimination. The OCA does not tolerate discrimination or harassment on the basis of age, color, disability, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, parental status, political affiliation, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, veteran status, or any other basis under Massachusetts law.

The OCA encourages applicants from a broad spectrum of backgrounds to apply for positions, including candidates who have personal and/or professional history with the child protective and/or juvenile justice systems.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Lead content design for new training and technical assistance projects, including outlining curriculum in line with client and OCA guidance.
• Facilitate in‑person and/or virtual (both asynchronous and live virtual) trainings and technical assistance.
• Draft participant surveys and review survey results from training session feedback to identify areas for improvement or other needed areas for training.
• Coordinate trainings and technical assistance with state agencies and other entities, providing project management and content expertise.
• Manage the work of staff, including providing guidance and feedback on their projects, holding regular supervision meetings and conducting performance reviews.
• Maintain productive collegial relationships with state agencies and other entities.
• Consistently review research on resilience, childhood trauma, trauma‑informed systems, and on adult learning to identify opportunities for adaptations to curriculum and/or training methods.

Required Qualifications

• Experience designing training curricula for adults.
• Knowledge of the field of childhood trauma/positive childhood experiences and resilience, including knowledge of SAMHSA guiding principles and/or CCWT guiding principles.
• Experience translating stakeholder needs into clear and digestible training curricula and materials.
• Excellent facilitation skills with various audiences and methods (in‑person, virtual).
• Extensive experience developing virtual, asynchronous trainings and running virtual live trainings.
• Ability to lead and supervise staff, developing staff skills while ensuring deliverables are met.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft 365 Suite, Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and other commonly used computer software applications.
• Ability to work at a high level of productivity, handling a variety of tasks simultaneously, and staying on task with frequent interruptions.
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively with a team.

Minimum Entrance Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in public policy/political science, psychology, sociology, human services, or social work.
• At least four (4) years of experience in training and facilitation.
• At least two (2) years of experience in curriculum design.
• At least one (1) year as a supervisor.

Preferred Entrance Requirements

• Master’s degree in a related field.
• Experience training in languages other than English.
• Experience working with state agencies and managing and supporting partner organization expectations.
• Experience training and facilitating on childhood wellbeing related topics.

Potentially Eligible for a Hybrid Work Schedule : Yes

Salary: 93,000.00 - 104,900.00 Yearly

If you have Diversity, affirmative action or equal employment opportunity questions or need a reasonable accommodation, please contact Diversity Officer / ADA Coordinator: Crissy Goldman – 617‑979‑8374.