Training & Development Coordinator, HR

Georgia Department of Public Health; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 48,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

13 Paid Holidays

Educational Support Leave

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Retirement plan

Job summary

The Georgia Department of Public Health in Brunswick, GA is seeking a Training and Development Specialist responsible for assessing training needs, coordinating employee development programs, and aligning activities with HR policies.

You will work under supervision with the Coastal Health District, implementing new programs, managing leave processes, and ensuring compliance while supporting a diverse workforce in public health.

Qualifications

• High school diploma/GED and four years of HR experience, or equivalent.
• Preferred: five+ years in Training/Development and HR.
• Experience with Workday and Kronos/UKG is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Identifies training needs and gaps in the organization with HR Manager and Supervisors.
• Supports District's Training Strategy and Development plan.
• Optimizes the training portfolio with targeted courses for supervisors and staff.
• Schedules training courses and annual refresher trainings.
• Plans and implements district training using Workforce Development and Strategic Plan.
• Develops and coordinates new employee orientation.
• Evaluates training quality and implements improvements.
• Coordinates preparations for training presentations including registration and certificates.
• Oversees performance management, Safety plan, and policy compliance.
• Administers leave programs (FMLA, Military, ADA, Workers' Comp).
• Assists with employee relations.
• Maintains confidentiality of sensitive personnel information.

Skills

HR experience

Training & development

Customer service

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Workday

Kronos/UKG

Job description

Salary: $49,381.68 Annually

Location : Brunswick, GA

Job Type: Full Time Salaried

Job Number: 2026-00796

Division/Section: District 9-1 County Position

Opening Date: 07/26/2026

Closing Date: 8/30/2026 11:59 PM Eastern

Description

Pay Grade: K

Who We Are. We protect lives. The Georgia Department of Public Health (DPH) is the lead agency entrusted by the people of Georgia to protect lives and promote healthy lifestyles in communities throughout the state. We are committed to preventing disease, injury, and disability; promoting health and well-being; and preparing for and responding to disasters.

What We Offer.As a member of the DPH team, you will join a group of passionate individuals dedicated to serving Georgians. Regardless of your role, you will contribute to protecting lives while enjoying a wide range of benefits.

Make a Professional Impact

• Build your career where it matters and protect lives in the community where you live, work, and play.

Work with a Dynamic and Diverse Team

• Collaborate with employees who share ideas and leverage collective strengths.

Achieve Career Longevity

• Take advantage of opportunities for learning and development that support a long-term career.

Take Part in a Hands-on Working Culture

• Work in a unique culture of active engagement and problem-solving, no matter your role.

Feel Pride in Where you Work

• Be part of making an impact in public health alongside dedicated people just like yourself.

Under general supervision is responsible for assessing, planning and/or coordinating employee training and development programs for the Coastal Health District. The specialist implements new training programs and adjusts the current ones in close cooperation with the Human Resources Manager. Training and development programs and topics will include customer service, PMF process, employee development. Provides mutliple human resources services to include employee relations, leave managment, and compliance functions.

All Coastal Health District County Health Department employees are deemed essential employees in the event of an emergency. As such, you may be called on to participate in an event not limited to but including, staffing a shelter, a Specimen Point of Collection Site (SPOC) and/or Point of Dispensing site (POD). When you are called on to participate, you are expected and it will be a part of your job requirement to participate, whether the emergency occurs during or outside regular work hours.

Job Responsibilities

• Identifies training needs and training gaps in the organization in close cooperation with the HR Manager and Department Supervisors
• Provides input and support to the District's Training Strategy and Development plan
• Optimizes the training portfolio as specialized targeted courses are offered to supervisors and employees
• Coordinates and schedules training courses and sessions including required annual refresher trainings
• Utilizes Workforce Development and Strategic Plan in planning and implementing district training
• Develop and coordinate new employee orientation.
• Evaluates the quality of training courses and implements improvements
• Coordinate support preparations required for the presentation of training programs to include the registration process, generating email confirmations and reminders, rosters and certificate preparation and setup up training facilities
• Coordinates and oversee peromance management, Safety plan, and ensures compliance with aplicable policies.
• Administer leave to include FMLA, Military leave, Workers Comp, ADA and other leave programs
• Assist with employee relations
• Maintain strict confidentialy of sensitve peronnel infomraiont
• Maintains current knowledge of employement laws, Human Resources best practices and district policies

Minimum Qualifications

High school diploma/GED and four (4) years of human resource experience; or one (1) year of experience required at the lower level HR Generalist 1 (HRP010) or position equivalent.

Preferred qualifications

five or more years of experience in Training/Development and Human Resources. Experience using Workday, Kronos/UKG. Experience administering employee relations, FMLA/Military leave, ADA accommodations, Workers Comp and Performance Managerment.

Additional Information

For more information on the State of Georgia Benefits visit http://team.georgia.gov/

Benefits for Full Time Eligible Employees

• 13 Paid Holidays
• Generous Leave Package-Educational Support Leave and 3 weeks each accrued Annual and Sick Leave
• Defined Benefit retirement plan
• Health Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Health Care Spending Account
• Dependent Care Spending Account
• Life Insurance
• AD&D Insurance
• Disability Insurance
• Legal Insurance
• Long-Term Care Insurance
• Specified Illness
• Deferred Compensation (401K & 457 Plans)

Additional Perks

• A supportive and rewarding work environment
• Physical Activity Breaks
• Employee Assistance Program
• Employee discount program
• Tuition Assistance

To learn more about the Coastal Health District visit -

Applicants chosen for employment will be subject to the following

• Criminal Background Check/Fingerprinting
• Education documentation must be provided by applicants.
• License/certification must be provided if required for position.
• Reference Checks & Immunizations Required
• May be subject to pre-employment drug screen

Due to the volume of applications received, we are unable to provide information on application status by phone or email. All qualified applicants will be considered but may not necessarily receive an interview. Selected applicants will be contacted via email by the hiring agency for next steps in the selection process. Applicants who are not selected will not receive notification. This position is subject to close at any time once a satisfactory applicant pool has been identified.

*Coastal Health District is an Equal Opportunity Employer*

The State will not unlawfully consider an applicant's race, color, national origin, religion, age, disability, sex, genetic information, political affiliation, protected uniformed service, or other legally protected category when making selections.

If you require accommodations under the American Disability Act (ADA), notify this agency of your request by the closing date of this announcement.

Standard Benefits for Full-Time Salaried Employees

In addition to a competitive salary, we offer a generous benefits package that includes a flexible schedule, training opportunities, health insurance, employee retirement plan (ERS GSEPS), deferred compensation, 13 paid holidays, vacation & sick leave, paid parental leave, dental, vision, long term care, and life insurance.

Standard Benefits for Part-Time Employees

Part-time employees receive the Georgia Defined Contribution Plan and paid parental leave.