Training Specialist III

Planned Systems International, Inc.; Richland (WA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 114,000; Full time

Job summary

Planned Systems International, Inc. through Advanced Technologies and Laboratories is hiring a Training Specialist III in Richland, WA. This role supports Navarro-ATL and focuses on developing and delivering education programs for the 222-S Laboratory Complex under DOE guidance.

You will design curricula, assess trainee performance, and ensure alignment with DOE Order 426.2. Collaboration with subject matter experts and on-the-job trainers is essential for success.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field with 5 years of related experience.
• Courses in education or training focusing on instructional analysis, design, development, and testing.
• Familiarity with DOE Order 426.2.
• Proficient in MS Office Suite.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and conduct education training and development programs.
• Identify training needs and prepare materials; develop course content.
• Design and implement curricula to ensure safety and proficiency.
• Develop training materials for 222-S Lab using ADDIE model and DOE requirements.
• Coordinate needs analysis and job/task analysis in training development.
• Develop lesson plans and enable trainees to meet objectives.
• Work with on-the-job trainers to meet OJT/OJE requirements.
• Validate and assess exam questions; update materials as policies change.
• Interface with Procedure Writers to align procedures and training materials.

Skills

MS Office

Instructional Design

Team Collaboration

Education

BA/BS in related field

Tools

Articulate 360

Job description

Overview

Advanced Technologies and Laboratories (ATL), a Planned Systems International (PSI) company, is hiring for a Training Specialist III in Richland, WA.

This position will support Navarro-ATL. Navarro-ATL is located in Richland, WA and operates, manages, and maintains the 222-S Laboratory Complex for the Department of Energy. Navarro-ATL members are Navarro Research and Engineering, Inc. (Oak Ridge, TN), and Advanced Technologies and Laboratories International (Gaithersburg, MD).

Essential Functions and Job Responsibilities

Responsible for preparing and conducting education training and development programs. Partners with functional organization(s) to identify training needs, prepare training materials and develop course content. Designs, develops, coordinates, and implements effective training methods/curriculums to provide employees with the technical knowledge and skills required to perform their jobs safely and proficiently. Accountable for student skill acquisition and evaluates student performance.. Keeps abreast of training and development research, new materials, methods, and techniques.

Under general supervision, candidates must be able to complete the following duties:

• Develop and revise training materials for 222-S Lab positions using the Systematic Approach to Training and ADDIE model that meets requirements of DOE order 426.2.

• Coordinate Needs analysis and job/tasks analysis in the development of training

• Develop training programs in conjunction with task to training matrix.

• Develop lesson plans designed to enable trainees to meet terminal and enabling objectives.
• Work with on-the-job trainers and evaluators to ensure OJT/OJE requirements and expectations are met.
• Validate and assess exam questions based on trainee performance and feedback.
• Assess and revise training materials as changes in policy, procedures, regulations, and requirements occur.
• Interface with Procedure Writers to ensure procedures and training material are aligned.
• May represent the organization to internal groups and provide development-specific information to requestors.

Minimum Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree (BA/BS) in related field and 5 years of related experience. Must have courses in education or training that focus on instructional analysis, design, development, delivery, and testing, as well as evaluation of training programs, if baccalaureate is not in Training or Education.

• Familiarity with application and implementation of DOE Order 426.2.

• Proficient in MS Office Suite.

Desired Qualifications

Proficient in Articulate 360 software.

Compensation

Grade 16: $90,150 - $113,550

The grade level offered to the selected candidate will be based on business needs and the candidate's education, training, and/or relevant experience.

Company Benefits

• PSI offers full-time, benefits eligible employees a competitive total compensation package that includes paid leave, and options for employer sponsored group medical, dental, vision, short-term and long-term disability, life insurance, AD&D coverage, legal services, identity theft, and accident insurance.
• Flexible spending account and health saving account options offer pre-tax savings for qualified medical, dental, and vision expenses.
• The company sponsored 401(k) retirement plan has an employer contribution match that is immediately vested.
• We invest in the professional growth of our employees through professional courses, certifications, and tuition reimbursement programs.

EEO Commitment

It is company policy to promote equal employment opportunities. All personnel decisions, including, but not limited to, recruiting, hiring, training, promotion, compensation, benefits, and termination, are made without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, citizenship status, veteran status, protected veteran status, disability, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.