Senior Trainer

Full Job Description

Applications accepted from: ALL PERSONS INTERSTED

Reporting Location: 1002 Washington Avenue
Workdays & Hours: M-F, 8:00 am - 5:00 pm* Weekends As Needed*
*Subject to change

OVERVIEW
Houston Public Works is the largest and most diverse public works department in the country. Our diversity is our biggest asset, and together we create a strong foundation for Houston to thrive. We work with a focus on customer service, safety, and a commitment to our 5 thrive values of respect, ownership, communication, integrity, and teamwork.

SERVICE LINE OVERVIEW
The Houston Permitting Center provides most of the permitting and licensing services for the City of Houston. All Houston Public Works team members at the Houston Permitting Center are service providers committed to safe community development through the permitting and regulation of public and private construction. We are home to three branches of service, Building Code Enforcement, Office of the City Engineer, and Business Support Services. Together, we work to get projects approved in 2.

POSITION
This position is in the Business Support Services branch and reports to the Division Manager of Communications and Outreach. The person in this role:

• Conducts training courses for The Houston Permitting Center
• Acts as a lead for a group of instructors

DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES/ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Confers with Training Coordinator and management to identify areas requiring training for The Houston Permitting Center
• Determines instructional outlines in accordance with department procedures.
• Select or develops teaching aids, such as handbooks, demonstration equipment, multimedia visual aids and reference material.
• Conducts general or specialized training sessions as required. May train assigned instructors in techniques for training in both general and specialized areas.
• Evaluates community school courses and recommends participation by City/department employees.
• Develops training manuals, reference libraries, testing and evaluation procedures, multimedia visual aids and other instructional materials.
• Assists in departmental budget development to include equipment and material requirements.
• Other duties as assigned

WORKING CONDITIONS
This position is physically comfortable; the individual has discretion about walking, standing, etc. There are no major sources of discomfort in a normal office environment. The individual has discretion about walking, standing, etc.

This is a Department of Houston Public Works Emergency Management position at the Tier III Level.

Requirements

EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS
Requires a Bachelor's degree in Psychology, Education, Personnel Management or a related field.

EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS
Three (3) years of professional personnel experience involving training in a formal classroom setting and/or the development of curriculum and lesson plans for adult learners is required.

Substitution: Pertinent training experience on a professional level may be substituted for the above educational requirement on a year-for-year basis.

LICENSE REQUIREMENTS
None.

Qualifications

Preference will be given to Candidates with the following:

• A valid Texas Driver’s license and compliance with the City of Houston’s policy on driving (AP 2-2).
• Experience with government or non-profit:
  • Training programs
  • Communications relations o
  • Public Relations
• Strong interpersonal skills
• Communicate effectively verbally and in writing
• Bilingual in English and Spanish, or other major language spoken in Houston (Vietnamese, Arabic, Mandarin, or French)

**Preference shall be given to eligible veteran applicants provided such persons possess the qualifications necessary for competent discharge of the duties involved in the position applied for, such persons are among the most qualified candidates for the position, and all other factors in accordance with Executive Order 1-6.**

Additional Information

SELECTION/SKILLS TESTS REQUIRED: None
However, the department may administer a skills assessment test.

SAFETY IMPACT POSITION: NO
If yes, this position is subject to random drug testing and if a promotional position, candidate must pass an assignment drug test.

SALARY INFORMATION
Factors used in determining the salary offered include the candidate's qualifications as well as the pay rates of other employees in this classification.

PAY GRADE 21

APPLICATION PROCEDURES
Only online applications will be accepted for this City of Houston job and must be received by the Human Resources Department during active posting period. Applications must be submitted online at: www.houstontx.gov.

To view your detailed application status, please log-in to your online profile by visiting: http://agency.governmentjobs.com/houston/default.cfm or call 832-393-6737.

If you need special services or accommodations 832-393-6737 (TTY 7-1-1)

If you need login assistance or technical support call 855-524-5627.

Due to the high volume of applications received, the Hiring Department will contact you directly, should you be selected to advance in our recruitment process.

All new and rehires must pass a pre-employment drug test and are subject to a physical examination and verification of information provided.

EOE Equal Opportunity Employer
The City of Houston is committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce and providing a work environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based upon any legally protected status or protected characteristic, including but not limited to an individual's sex, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, genetic information, veteran status, gender identity, or pregnancy.