Training Specialist III

Texas Department of Transportation; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 54,000 - 72,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Retirement Plans

Alternative and/or Flexible Work Sched

Paid Leave and Holidays

Health Premiums for full-time staff

On-the-Job Training

Tuition Assistance Program

Wellness Program with leave incentives

Career Development Opportunities

Family-Friendly Policies

Job summary

Texas Department of Transportation is seeking a Training Specialist III to develop talent, coordinate training resources, and manage vendor partnerships to improve training outcomes. The role focuses on instructional design, curriculum development, and program administration in an onsite Austin setting.

The position requires a Bachelor’s degree in Education or related fields and at least 4 years of training experience, with travel up to 25%.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Education, Communications, Business or related disciplines. Relevant work experience may substitute the degree on a year-for-year basis.
• 4 years training, adult education or staff development activities. (Experience can be satisfied by full time or prorated part time equivalent).
• Valid driver’s license; position requires driving a state vehicle. CTCM can be obtained after hire date.

Responsibilities

• Identifies courses to convert to a VTC/online format.
• Designs and develops assessment methods and surveys for training effectiveness.
• Plans, schedules and coordinates district or division training slots based on annual needs.
• Facilitates meetings and follows approved lesson plans for ILT or VTC.
• Maintains liaison with training coordinators, sponsoring committees, and training support personnel.
• Monitors instructional program areas and budgets; coordinates staff and resources.
• Participates in writing or updating courses for VTC, online or blended formats.

Skills

Public speaking

Curriculum design

Vendor management

Project coordination

Instructional design

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Education, Communications, Business or related disciplines

Tools

MS Office

Learning Management System

Job description

Job Description - Training Specialist III (2602417)

Training Specialist III – (2602417)

Position Information

Are you passionate about helping others succeed? Do you excel at creating impactful learning experiences and managing vendor partnerships that enhance training outcomes? Join our team as a Training Specialist (Program Administrator) and play a key role in developing talent, coordinating training resources, and driving workforce excellence.

Job location: Austin, TX

Minimum Salary: 54,278.00

Maximum Salary: 72,000.00

Pay Basis: Yearly

FLSA Status: Nonexempt

Work Locations: Stassney Hq - Main 6230 East Stassney Lane Austin 78744

Travel: Yes, 25 % of the Time

Shift: Day Job

Shift Details: 40 flexible hours per week

Location Flexibility: Onsite

Benefits and Perks

At TxDOT, we value work-life balance and are committed to providing our employees with a comprehensive range of benefits and programs, including:

• Retirement Plans
• Alternative and/or Flexible Work Schedules
• Paid Leave and Holidays
• Health Premiums paid at 100% for Full-Time Employees
• On-the-Job Training
• Tuition Assistance Program
• Holistic Wellness Program with Leave Incentives
• Career Development and Advancement Opportunities
• Family-Friendly Policies and Programs

In 2024, TxDOT was recognized as a Best Place for Working Parents, and many of our offices statewide are also designated as Texas Mother-Friendly Worksites. These recognitions reflect our dedication to supporting families and promoting a healthy work-life balance.

For a complete list of our total compensation package please visit our website at: Total Compensation Package

To view benefits available to all State of Texas employees visit: Benefits at a Glance | ERS (texas.gov)

Position Description

Instructs, plans, develops, coordinates, delivers and evaluates department training classes or programs. Partners with cross-functional teams to design and implement learning solutions that support business goals, and manages relationships with external vendors to procure, coordinate, and evaluate training services and resources. Employees at this level establish their own work plan and priorities to meet set objectives.

Essential Duties

• Assists in the identification of courses to be converted to a VTC format, on-line course.
• Conducts curriculum revisions and reviews.
• Designs and develops methods, including surveys, for assessing and evaluating training effEstablishes course schedules and district or division training slots based on annual needs.
• Facilitates meetings.
• Follows approved lesson plans by either Instructor Led Training (ILT) or by means of Video Teleconferencing (VTC).
• Maintains liaison with Department training coordinators, sponsoring steering or oversight committees and training support personnel.
• Monitors and oversees instructional program area and associated budgets.
• Organizes and directs training teams and resources to complete staff development and instructional projects.
• Participates in the writing or rewriting of courses to be delivered in VTC, on-line or blended learning training delivery formats.
• Performs trend analysis and/or prepares special research projects and statistical reports.
• Plans, designs, develops, coordinates, administers and instructs Department training programs.
• Provides consultation to districts and divisions on training matters regarding evaluation, alternative training strategies, including related costs and e-learning delivery methodologies.
• Represents the districts or divisions the Department at meetings related to training or staff development.
• Researches and reviews commercial materials for inclusion in the Department's training curricula.
• Travels/drives to administer/perform training functions.
• Performs other job related responsibilities as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

Education: Bachelor's Degree in Education, Communications, Business or related disciplines. Relevant work experience may be substituted for degree on a year per year basis.

Substitutions for Minimum Qualifications

Experience

4 years training, adult education or staff development activities. (Experience can be satisfied by full time or prorated part time equivalent). Related graduate level education may be substituted for experience on a year per year basis.

Licenses and Certifications

Valid driver’s license. This position requires driving a state vehicle.CTCM (can be obtained after hire date)

Competencies

• Expert skill in:Speaking to present images and ideas in a clear, concise, organized and interesting manner Communicating technical information effectively
• Proficient skill in: Public relations for maintaining effective working relationships with individuals and groups Scheduling work assignments Planning and coordinating workshops, seminars and task force activities Coordinating labor, materials, and equipment Evaluating products, equipment and material Analyzing and organizing business and technical data Preparing and maintaining confidential and sensitive records, files and reports Using computers, applicable programs, applicationsUsing training equipment and materials
• Considerable knowledge of: Developing, implementing and managing adult training and development programsAlternative training delivery methods including computer-based training, interactive course Quality management/continuous improvement methods, policies and procedures Exercises logic and reasoning to define problems, establish facts and draw valid conclusion Scheduling work assignments

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions

• Sedentary work: Lift up to 10 lbs at a time and occasionally carry files/small tools
• Light work: Lift up to 20 lbs at a time and frequently lift or carry objects up to 10 lbs
• Standing-prolonged periods of time
• Repetitive Motion-substantial movements of the wrists, hands, and/or fingers
• Close Visual Acuity-work includes data/figures; view a computer screen; extensive reading

Please click this link to read the standard conditions of employment for all positions: Standard Conditions of Employment (TxDOT)

Job

Human Resources

Schedule

Full-time

Employee Status

Regular

Job Type

Standard

Job Level

Non-Management

Applicant Information

The Texas Department of Transportation is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

If requested, reasonable accommodations will be made for persons with disabilities for any part of the employment process in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Action of 1990.

Please click this link to read the information for applicants: Additional Applicant Information