Senior Training and Development Specialist

Senior Training And Development Specialist

Battelle delivers when others can't. We conduct research and development, manage national laboratories, design and manufacture products and deliver critical services for our clients—whether they are a multi-national corporation, a small start-up or a government agency.

We recognize and appreciate the value and contributions of individuals from a wide range of backgrounds and experiences and welcome all qualified individuals to apply.

We are currently seeking a Senior Training and Development Specialist. This position is a full-time opportunity located in the greater Washington, DC area.

Battelle's Infrastructure Safety and Security (ISS) business is pursuing a high-profile support program for a Department of Homeland Security (DHS) client. The scope of this program includes a full spectrum of research, development, test, and evaluation (RDT&E) support. As we prepare for this opportunity, we are actively recruiting highly qualified candidates for anticipated roles.

The Senior Training and Development Specialist will review and update the T&E curriculum, develop and revise course materials, and deliver professional T&E instruction to DHS personnel. This role requires deep subject matter expertise in adult learning, instructional design, and test and evaluation principles.

As a Senior Training and Development Specialist, the selected individual will support DHS T&E training programs through curriculum development, instructional design, and direct instruction. Responsibilities may include:

• Delivering professional T&E instruction for DHS courses, both in person at DHS facilities and virtually, using adult learning concepts and methodologies
• Reviewing and updating the formal T&E curriculum, including revising existing course materials and creating new content aligned with current DHS directives and T&E policy
• Providing subject matter expert (SME) support in adult learning principles and the development of interactive web-based and classroom training materials
• Collaborating with program stakeholders to ensure training content supports program planning, oversight, and mission execution
• Supporting system-level analysis and integration efforts, including assessment of threats and vulnerabilities as they relate to training program content
• Assisting with technical assessment and evaluation activities to complement government technical experts in applying acquisition efforts and RDT&E toward the DHS mission
• Communicating findings and recommendations effectively in written and verbal formats to diverse stakeholders, including senior government personnel

• Advanced degree or equivalent credits/certifications with 10+ years of relevant experience
• DHS T&E Level 3, DAWIA T&E Practitioner Level 2/3, and/or CTEP (Certified Test and Evaluation Professional) certification
• Expertise in adult learning principles and development of interactive web-based and classroom training
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office tools, including Excel, PowerPoint, and Word
• Proven ability to communicate effectively in both written and verbal formats with diverse stakeholders
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail, with demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities independently
• Secret level clearance with ability to obtain DHS Suitability.

• Prior experience supporting DHS programs
• Active DHS Suitability
• Experience providing assistance with program planning and oversight, exercise development and execution, and program evaluation
• Experience with system-level analysis, system integration support, and understanding of threats and vulnerabilities
• Experience with technical assessment and evaluation to support government technical experts in applying acquisition efforts and RDT&E toward accomplishing the DHS mission

Battelle is committed to fair and equitable compensation practices. The salary range for this role is $97,800 – $139,400 per year, in addition to our comprehensive benefits package. A candidate's salary is determined by various factors, including but not limited to education, relevant work experience, skills, and…