Training Coordinator

Full Job Description

Applications accepted from: ALL PERSONS
Job Classification: TRAINING COORDINATOR
Posting Number: PN# 38001
Division: TRAINING DIVISION
Reporting Location: 17000 ALDINE WESTFIELD
Workdays & Hours: MONDAY – FRIDAY; 8PM-4PM*
*Subject to change

DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES/ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
Supervises, plans, coordinates, and directs personnel training and staff development programs for City/department employees. Determines and analyzes training needs for employees, supervisors, and managers.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Determines training policies and procedures.
• Confers with management and supervisory personnel to assess training needs.
• Formulates and develops plans, procedures and programs to meet training needs and problems.
• Organizes and develops training manuals, reference libraries, testing and evaluation procedures, multimedia visual aids and other educational materials.
• May supervise a staff position assisting in the routine operations of the office, i.e., filing, typing, answering phones, etc.
• Evaluates and coordinates training courses offered by community colleges, the public school system and other agencies (esp. those offering courses applicable to certifications/licenses required to perform job duties in the department).
• Maintains a record of training programs attended by department employees. Ensures employees receive or are current in the training for required certificates/licenses.
• Maintains contacts with other companies, training organizations and associations for the purpose of keeping abreast of new training developments.
• Conducts conferences to acquaint management with new programs and their objectives.
• Coordinates and administers contracts, service agreements, etc. with outside agencies and vendors to whom department has outsourced education and training activities.
• All duties and responsibilities may not be included in the above job descriptions.

WORKING CONDITIONS:
The position is physically comfortable; the individual has discretion about walking, standing, etc..

There are no major sources of discomfort, i.e., essentially normal office environment with acceptable lighting, temperature and air conditions.

“Must be able to pass a criminal background check, obtain and maintain federally mandated security clearance where required.

If applicable, the applicant’s past performance evaluations, past and present supervisory recommendations, and/or Internal Affairs complaint history will be reviewed and considered.

Requirements

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

EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:
Four (4) years of professional personnel experience involving training in a formal classroom and/or the development of curriculum and lesson plans for adult learners are required.

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

LICENSE REQUIREMENTS:
None.

Qualifications

**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:
Department may administer skills assessment test.

SAFETY IMPACT POSITION: NO

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 24

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 (713-308-1259).

If you need special services or accommodations, call (713-308-1289). (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