Training and Education Specialist III

DE; United States; On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

The Department of Health and Social Services (DHSS) in Delaware seeks a Training and Education Specialist III to design and deliver innovative training, technical assistance, and educational resources that support IDEA Part C compliance for program staff, early intervention providers, community partners, and families.

We are looking for a dynamic public speaker and collaborative professional to strengthen Delaware's statewide early intervention system.

Qualifications

• Two years’ experience in delivering training or education courses using varied materials and equipment.
• One year of experience in preparing and maintaining training records and reports.
• One year of experience in researching and designing courses and curricula to meet learning objectives.
• One year of experience creating methods to analyze training needs and measure effectiveness.

Responsibilities

• Plans, coordinates, and delivers training and education courses and activities (in-person, on-site, or virtual).
• Organizes and prepares materials and equipment for training sessions.
• Researches delivery methods and selects appropriate materials and assistive technologies.
• Coaches others and provides feedback to improve performance.
• Collects and analyzes data to evaluate quality and identify needs and challenges.
• Prepares records and reports such as schedules and rosters.
• Completes continuing education to stay current on standards and regulations.
• Uses information systems to research and report training information.
• Maintains content on social media and creates instructional materials.
• Operates training facilities and participates in testing new technology.

Skills

Curriculum development

Instructional design

Public speaking

Presentation skills

E-learning development

Blended learning

Training design

Community outreach

Job description

Introduction

Make a Difference with DHSS
Our mission at the Department of Health and Social Services (DHSS) is to improve the quality of life of Delaware citizens by promoting health and well-being, fostering self-sufficiency, and protecting vulnerable populations. We prioritize personal and family independence by assisting individuals and families in a variety of life areas.
We offer numerous career opportunities and are dedicated to attracting and retaining highly talented individuals who are ready to make a difference in their community today. DHSS is a great place to kick-start your profession.
For more information, please visit https://dhss.delaware.gov/dhss/ today!

Summary Statement

Join Delaware's Birth to Three Early Intervention (B23) Program as a Training and Education Specialist III! Design and deliver innovative training, technical assistance, and educational resources that support IDEA Part C compliance for program staff, early intervention providers, community partners, and families. We're seeking a dynamic public speaker and collaborative professional who is passionate about fostering partnerships across programs, agencies, and committees, representing B23 through community outreach, and strengthening Delaware's statewide early intervention system.

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.

• At least two years of experience designing training for in person or virtual sessions, including developing curriculum, creating and editing instructional materials, presenting information, and developing e learning or blended learning courses using common e learning development tools.
• One year of experience participating in community events and conducting outreach, including engaging diverse audiences and stakeholders, building partnerships, and gathering, preparing, and presenting information to public.

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 III Applicants must have education, training and/or experience demonstrating competence in each of the following areas:

• Two years’ 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.
• One year of experience in preparing and maintaining training or education records and reports such as course schedules, rosters, training updates or records of participation.
• One year of experience in researching, selecting and designing courses, curricula, lesson plans, instructional methods, materials, or activities to meet training or education needs and learning objectives.
• One year of 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 participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S.

DHSS does not provide employment-based sponsorship.

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/

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.