Training Specialist C.O.A.D

Corporation for Ohio Appalachian Development; Athens (OH); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Health, dental, vision insurance

Retirement match

Professional development opportunities

Inclusive workplace

Job summary

The Corporation for Ohio Appalachian Development (COAD) seeks a Training Specialist to develop and deliver training content in weatherization, energy efficiency, lead, and HVAC for participants across Ohio. You will prepare lessons, assess learner progress, and provide in-field support to COAD training contracts, helping ensure curricula meet standards and credential requirements.

Join a nonprofit focused on improving Appalachian communities, with a collaborative culture and opportunities for

Qualifications

• Basic understanding of residential construction terminology and techniques.
• Ability to interact with all socio-economic groups and respond promptly to students' needs.
• Experience in construction/weatherization and training is preferred.
• HVAC Experience 608 Certification is a plus.
• Strong verbal communication and writing skills; ability to develop curricula.
• Microsoft Office proficiency.
• Willingness to attend classes, meetings, seminars and related training.

Responsibilities

• Confer with staff and advisory groups to align teaching areas with credentials and learning supports.
• Review educational materials and recommend additional resources to meet standards.
• Assist in developing objectives, lesson plans, teaching aids, and testing methods.
• Conduct training courses for COAD’s in-state customers and evaluate progress.
• Provide in-field technical assistance and follow-up visits for training contracts.
• Promote COAD programs and services and uphold a positive public image.

Skills

Construction terminology

Verbal communication

Written communication

MS Office

Interpersonal skills

Learner support

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

MS Office

Job description

The Corporation for Ohio Appalachian Development (COAD) is a 50-year-old nonprofit organization that provides direct services for Ohio’s Appalachian counties in Early Care and Education, AmeriCorps Seniors, Weatherization and Energy Efficiency, and serves the state of Ohio in its accredited Weatherization Training Center. Our regional approach offers many unique benefits including connecting a credentialed workforce with meaningful employment.

As one of the largest non-profits in the region, we strive to improve the quality of life in Appalachia and eliminate the burden of poverty through targeted programs which advocate and serve underrepresented households and individuals. We are currently seeking a talented individual who is passionate about "making a difference" in their community and join our growing team.

The Opportunity

We are currently seeking a Training Specialist to join our team. In this role, you will be responsible for preparing, developing, and delivering training content to participants in the field of weatherization, energy efficiency, lead, and HVAC.

Key Responsibilities

• Confer with OWTC staff and associated advisory groups to ensure alignment of subject teaching areas, and to relate curriculum materials to specific credentials, learning supports, individual student needs, and occupational areas.
• Review educational materials such as digital resources, IREC requirements, existing written course materials, and recommend acquisition of additional materials that will help students meet the required learning standards.
• Assist in the development of behavioral objectives, lesson plans, teaching aides, and testing methods for training courses.
• Conducts training courses for COAD’s in-state training customers, evaluates daily and overall progress of training course participants.
• Provide in-field technical assistance and follow-up visits for COAD’s training contracts and customers
• Provides leadership and a positive public image in promoting the programs and services of COAD

Key Qualifications

• A basic understanding of residential construction terminology and techniques, including familiarity with building codes and standards.
• Ability to interact with all socio-economic groups and respond promptly to students needs.
• Experience in the construction industry is a plus
• HVAC Experience 608 Certification is a plus
• Strong verbal communication and writing skills with the ability to learn the curriculum development process.
• Technology Skills: internet and software, specifically Microsoft office programs
• A minimum of a high school diploma or GED and at least two years’ experience in construction/or weatherization and training experience preferred.
• Able and willing to attend classes, meetings, seminars, conferences and job-related training as directed.
• Loyal and dedicated to COAD'S mission

What You Get

We offer a competitive compensation package that includes a comprehensive benefits package including paid time off, paid holidays; vision, dental, and medical insurance with an HSA option; generous retirement match, professional development opportunities, an incentivized employee wellness program, and an inclusive employee assistance program. Plus the opportunity to work in a great culture with a team that is committed to making our community a better place for everyone. COAD believes that having a diverse and inclusive workplace not only strengthens our work but is also essential for understanding and creating programs that support our target population. COAD is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer, committed to building a diverse inclusive workforce. All qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, creed, national origin, sex, age, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, military status, citizenship status, caregiver status, or other categories protected by law.