Training Specialist III

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

54,278.00

72,000.00

Yearly FLSA Status :
Nonexempt

Stassney Hq
- Main 6230 East Stassney Lane Austin 78744

Yes, 25 % of the Time Shift :
Day Job Shift Details : 40 flexible hours per week Location Flexibility :
Onsite

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.

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