Parks Senior Training & Safety Program Specialist

El Paso County will be a trusted regional leader known for excellence in county service delivery.

We provide essential public services to the Pikes Peak Region in support of our residents, businesses, and communities, enhancing the freedom for all to thrive.

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Do you have a passion for developing people, fostering safe workplaces, and creating pathways for professional growth? El Paso County Parks Department is seeking a Senior Training & Safety Program Specialist to lead the design, implementation, and continuous improvement of a comprehensive training, safety, and career progression program that supports our dedicated parks workforce.

In this dynamic role, you will serve as the department's training and safety champion, developing innovative learning experiences that equip employees with the knowledge, skills, and confidence to succeed. From onboarding new team members and delivering engaging safety training to creating career development pathways and measuring program effectiveness, you will play a key role in strengthening employee performance and fostering a culture of continuous improvement.

Working closely with managers, supervisors, and subject matter experts, you will assess organizational needs, develop curriculum, provide coaching and mentorship, and help shape career advancement opportunities across the Parks Department. Your expertise will help ensure employees are prepared to work safely, grow professionally, and deliver exceptional service to our community.

This position supports a diverse workforce responsible for park operations, grounds maintenance, open space management, recreational facilities, and other public-facing amenities. Candidates with experience working in parks, public works, facilities maintenance, construction, landscaping, recreation, natural resources, or other outdoor operational environments, especially within local government, are strongly encouraged to apply. Experience developing safety programs, conducting field-based training, and supporting workforce development initiatives for operational employees will be highly valued.

If you are a collaborative trainer, safety-minded professional, and passionate advocate for employee development, we invite you to bring your talents to El Paso County Parks and help cultivate the next generation of parks professionals.

This position will remain open until filled. Applications are reviewed weekly, and the hiring department may begin interviewing qualified candidates at any time. To receive full consideration, applicants are encouraged to apply promptly.

$70,000.00 - $80,000.00 annually

This position has an anticipated work schedule of Monday through Friday, from 8:00 am – 4:30 pm, subject to change.

Please be advised that this position may close without advance notice if we receive a sufficient number of qualified applications.

This position is responsible for researching, designing, and implementing training. Prepares and delivers training; develops metrics to analyze the effectiveness of training. Establishes, maintains, and updates training materials. Employment is subject to the terms, conditions, and policies detailed in the Personnel Policies Manual (PPM). This position requires regular in-person presence as an essential job function. This position may be subject to grant funding.

• Responsible for researching, designing, and implementing curriculum and training for assigned programs to ensure improvement of outcomes. Establishes, maintains, and updates training materials on programs, rules,…