Training Specialist III

Txdot; Austin, Northern (TX, KY); Hybrid; USD 54,000 - 72,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Retirement plans

Flexible schedules

Paid leave & holidays

Health premiums 100%

On-the-job training

Tuition assistance

Wellness program

Career development

Family-friendly policies

Job summary

TxDOT is seeking a Training Specialist III to develop, coordinate, deliver, and evaluate department training programs. You will partner with cross-functional teams to design learning solutions that support business goals and manage external vendors to procure, coordinate and measure training services.

This role requires a Bachelor’s degree and 4 years of training experience; travel up to 25%, onsite in Austin, with opportunities for career development and a comprehensive benefits package.

Qualifications

• Experience planning, developing and delivering training programs.
• Coordinate training resources and vendor partnerships.
• Design assessments to evaluate training outcomes.
• Experience with online and instructor-led formats.

Responsibilities

• Develops, coordinates, delivers and evaluates department training classes or programs.
• Partners with cross-functional teams to design and implement learning solutions.
• Manages relationships with external vendors to procure, coordinate, and evaluate training services and resources.
• Establishes course schedules and district or division training slots based on annual needs.
• Travels to administer training functions.

Skills

Training delivery

Curriculum design

Vendor management

Public speaking

Education

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

Tools

VTC (Video Teleconferencing)

Job description

Job Description - Training Specialist III (2602417)

Job Description

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)

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.

• 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 eff
• Establishes course schedules and district or division training slots based on annual needs
• 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)

• Speaking to present images and ideas in a clear, concise, organized and interesting manner
• Communicating technical information effectively
• Public relations for maintaining effective working relationships with individuals and groups
• 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 training equipment and materials

Considerable knowledge of:

• Developing, implementing and managing adult training and development programs
• Alternative 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

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

Military Occupational Specialty (MOS)

TxDOT is committed to hiring veterans. To assist in determining whether your military experience may pertain to the minimum requirements for this position, Military Occupational Specialty (MOS) codes from each branch of the U.S. Armed Forces have been assigned to each state classification code/title where applicable. The MOS codes are grouped by occupational category.

To view the MOS codes please click on link below and click on the appropriate occupational category.

https://hr.sao.texas.gov/CompensationSystem/JobDescriptions

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.