Training and Development Specialist; Austin

Training and Development Specialist

Texas Workforce Commission connects people with careers across the state. While we are based in Austin on the north lawn of the Texas State Capitol, we have offices statewide. We're a Family Friendly Certified Workplace with great work-life balance, competitive salaries, extensive opportunities for training and development, and fantastic benefits. This position is located at 101

E. 15th Street, Austin, Texas, in the Training & Development Department. TWC is not considering applications from individuals who require sponsorship for an employment visa, including those with H1B visas or those currently on student or postgraduate visas. You must be a Texas resident to work for the Texas Workforce Commission or willing to relocate to Texas.

The Training and Development Specialist IV performs highly complex (senior-level) training work. Works under limited supervision, with moderate latitude in the use of initiative and independent judgment.

• Coordinate, research, design, and write formal complex curricula that are grammatically correct and organized and that are compliant with Section 508 Accessibility requirements.
• Deliver software classroom training, presentations, and meetings in person and in virtual environments using Microsoft Teams and/or Zoom.
• Accurately and grammatically prepare documents, including correspondence, proposals, briefings, reports, training materials, and project timelines.
• Deliver a wide variety of technical training to diverse audiences by translating complex content into basic concepts.
• Manage multiple projects using formal project management methodology and tools.
• Build and maintain communication and working relationships with Administrative and Program staff, community, and co-workers to accomplish the department's goals and objectives.
• Work on department special projects and other related work as assigned to meet department goals.
• Coordinate and facilitate meetings.
• Travel to Texas Workforce boards across the state of Texas to train in-person classes when requested.
• Perform other duties as assigned to meet department goals.

Three years of experience in positions that provided knowledge of training methods, techniques, and materials as related to individual development, education, and training programs; or in positions that provided knowledge of agency operation or programs which included giving group presentations. Relevant academic credits may be applied toward experience qualifications for this position.

Experience training adults. Experience teaching software and technical classes. Experience in developing curricula. Experience with current virtual and in person training. The ability to travel to Local Workforce Board areas to perform TWC training. The ability to use creative thinking to originate new methodologies, concepts, or programs. Knowledge of Section 508 of the Rehabilitation Act accessibility requirements. Experience with writing documents that are grammatically accurate, well-developed, organized, and appropriate for the given audience and purpose.

A Family Friendly Certified Workplace Competitive salary: $5,166.67/month Defined Retirement Benefit Plan Optional 401(k) and 457 accounts Medical Insurance Paid time off, including time for vacation, sick and family care leave Additional benefits for active employees can be found at https://(Use the "Apply for this Job" box below). Duty involves up to 25% travel within the state of Texas.