Training and Education Specialist II

State of Delaware; Delaware; On-site; USD 52,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

The State of Delaware is seeking a Training and Education Specialist II to support the Domestic Violence Coordinating Council and subcommittees by planning and delivering trainings, organizing webinars and conferences, and managing training-related tasks.

The role requires experience in delivering training, developing curricula, and evaluating training effectiveness, with potential evening or weekend hours as needed.

Qualifications

• One year of experience in delivering training or education courses, services, individual or group activities using various materials and equipment.
• Six months' experience in preparing and maintaining training or education records and reports.
• Six months' experience in researching, selecting and designing courses, curricula, lesson plans, instructional methods, materials, or activities.
• Six months' experience in creating methods and tools to analyze and evaluate training or education needs and effectiveness.

Responsibilities

• Plans, coordinates, and delivers a variety of training and/or education courses, services, and activities.
• Organizes and prepares materials and equipment for trainings or events.
• Researches and selects delivery methods and materials to promote learning.
• Coaches others and provides feedback to improve performance.
• Collects and analyzes data to evaluate training quality and needs.

Skills

Training delivery

Curriculum development

Data collection & analysis

Social media management

Job description

Summary Statement

The incumbent in this position will perform a variety of functions to support the work of the Domestic Violence Coordinating Council and subcommittees. The position will plan and deliver trainings, manage DVCC training requests, organize webinars and in-person trainings, assist in organizing DVCC conferences and law enforcement trainings, assist with training grant deliverables, manage social media accounts, organize DVCC table and other outreach and collaborate with statewide partners. Flexibility of schedule is provided to offset occasional evening or weekend events.

Summary Statement

The incumbent in this position will perform a variety of functions to support the work of the Domestic Violence Coordinating Council and subcommittees. The position will plan and deliver trainings, manage DVCC training requests, organize webinars and in-person trainings, assist in organizing DVCC conferences and law enforcement trainings, assist with training grant deliverables, manage social media accounts, organize DVCC table and other outreach and collaborate with statewide partners. Flexibility of schedule is provided to offset occasional evening or weekend events.

Selective Requirement

Selective Requirements must be met in addition to the job requirements. Applicants who do not possess the selective requirement will not be qualified.

• Knowledge and experience with trauma informed approaches to working with those impacted by domestic violence.
• Experience in serving as a subject matter expert in the dynamics of Domestic, Intimate Partner, or Sexual Violence.

Essential Functions

Essential functions are fundamental, core functions common to all positions in the class series and are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all job duties for any one position in the class. Since class specifications are descriptive and not restrictive, employees can complete job duties of a similar kind not specifically listed here.

• Plans, coordinates, and delivers a variety of training and/or education courses, services, and activities such as instructor-led classroom, on-the-job or virtual training, workshops, or individual and group activities.
• Organizes and prepares materials and equipment such as exercises, handouts, manuals, laptops, audiovisual or specialized equipment, or other resources.
• Researches and selects or recommends the method of delivery, materials, equipment, assistive technology, or activities to promote learning considering evidence-based and best practices.
• Coaches others and provides feedback that fosters learning, understanding or improved performance.
• Collects and analyzes data through surveys, course evaluations, interviews, specialized assessments, meetings, and other methods to evaluate quality and effectiveness and identify needs, requirements, issues, and challenges.
• Makes recommendations for improvements based on findings such as new or modified courses, instructional methods, materials, equipment, and resources.
• Provides technical guidance, advice, and direction on training and education matters and promotes the use of related services and resources.
• Prepares and maintains records and reports such as course schedules, rosters, training updates, or records of participation.
• Completes continuing education to remain current on applicable standards, methods, techniques, best practices, laws, rules, and regulations in the assigned training and education area(s).
• Uses automated information systems and computer software to research, review, analyze, document, and report on relevant training and/or education information.
• May maintain content on social media, and create, edit, and post instructional and promotional materials, brochures, videos, or other information.
• May operate and maintain training facilities such as visitor or education centers.
• May participate in reviewing, testing, and making recommendations on applicable technology.

Job Requirements

JOB REQUIREMENTS for Training and Education Specialist II

• One year of experience in delivering training or education courses, services, individual or group activities using a variety of materials and equipment such as exercises, handouts, manuals, laptops, audiovisual or specialized equipment.
• Six months' experience in preparing and maintaining training or education records and reports such as course schedules, rosters, training updates or records of participation.
• Six months' experience in researching, selecting and designing courses, curricula, lesson plans, instructional methods, materials, or activities to meet training or education needs and learning objectives.
• Six months' experience in creating methods and tools to analyze and evaluate training or education needs and effectiveness.

Conditions of Hire

Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States. The State of Delaware Executive Branch participates in the Federal E-Verify system where the State will provide the federal government with each new hires Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S. For more information refer to our job seeker resources.

All new hires are required to report to the Statewide New Employee Orientation (SNEO) on their first day of employment. Sessions are held at designated locations in Kent or New Castle County.

Benefits

To learn more about the comprehensive benefit package please visit our website at https://dhr.delaware.gov/benefits/

Selection Process

The application and supplemental questionnaire are evaluated based upon a rating of your education, training and experience as they relate to the job requirements of the position. It is essential that you provide complete and accurate information on your application and the supplemental questionnaire to include dates of employment, job title and job duties. For education and training, list name of educational provider, training course titles and summary of course content. Narrative information supplied in response to the questions must be supported by the information supplied on the application including your employment, education and training history as it relates to the job requirements.

Once you have submitted your application on-line, all future correspondence related to your application will be sent via email. Please keep your contact information current. You may also view all correspondence sent to you by the State of Delaware in the "My Applications" tab at StateJobs.Delaware.gov .

Accommodations

Accommodations are available for applicants with disabilities in all phases of the application and employment process.

Individuals who use TDD may request auxiliary aid or service by calling [phone] or by visiting delawarerelay.com .

If you need assistance with an accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) or general applicant support, you may call [phone] or email [e-mail] .

The State of Delaware is an Equal Opportunity employer and values a diverse workforce. We strongly encourage and seek out a workforce representative of Delaware including race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression.