Training Specialist

Position: Training Specialist - 528107

Pay Grade/Pay Range: Minimum: $48,600 - Midpoint: $60,800 (Salaried E7)

Department/Organization: 224102 - Social Work

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Work Schedule:

Monday - Friday 8:00am to 5:00pm

Job Summary

The Training Specialist plans, organizes, directs, and conducts specialized training requirements for a college, department, or division.

Additional Department Summary

Delivers and implements the training curriculum to DHR employees with Family Service responsibilities. Assists with curriculum development. Provides feedback to participants and DHR representatives. Co‑facilitates the training for DHR new employees and others identified by DHR that have Family Service responsibilities. Maintains attendees’ records, feedback, and evaluation. Travels to alternate training sites as needed. Trainings will be coordinated through the Title IV‑E Child Welfare Training Program Coordinator.

Required

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree and two (2) years of creating and/or facilitating training experience; OR master’s degree and some creating and/or facilitating training experience.

Additional Required Department

Minimum Qualifications

Must have valid U.S. driver’s license. Must be at least 19 years of age at time of hire and have an acceptable Motor Vehicle Report that is in compliance with University policies. Applicants under the age of 21 will have some driving restrictions. Must be able to travel the state and beyond and work irregular hours as needed.

Skills and Knowledge

Strong organizational, communication, and computer skills. Ability to carry out multiple tasks related to the Title IV‑E activities within the Training Program. Ability to use critical thinking, decision‑making, problem‑solving, and conflict‑resolution skills. Ability to make good sound decisions. Ability to be flexible while maintaining the efficacy of the curriculum. Ability to gather and analyze data from the Child Welfare Training Program for evaluation purposes.

Preferred Qualifications

Master’s degree with training experience and some child welfare knowledge.

Background Investigation Statement

Prior to hiring, the final candidate(s) must successfully pass a pre‑employment background investigation and information obtained from social media and other internet sources. A prior conviction reported as a result of the background investigation DOES NOT automatically disqualify a candidate from consideration for this position. A candidate with a prior conviction or negative behavioral red flags will receive an individualized review of the prior conviction or negative behavioral red flags before a hiring decision is made.

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Employment Opportunity

The University of Alabama is an Equal Employment/Equal Educational Opportunity Institution. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment or volunteer status without regard to any legally protected basis and will not be discriminated against because of their protected status. Applicants and employees of this institution are protected under Federal law from discrimination on several bases. More information is available in the EEOC’s Know Your Rights:
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Seniority level

Entry level

Employment type

Full‑time

Job function

Human Resources

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