Head of Training

Evaluate training materials prepared by instructors, such as outlines, text, or handouts.

Select and assign instructors to conduct training.

Negotiate contracts with clients including desired training outcomes, fees, or expenses.

Obtain, organize, or develop training procedure manuals, guides, or course materials, such as handouts or visual materials.

Supervise, evaluate, or refer instructors to skill development classes.

Monitor, evaluate, or record training activities or program effectiveness.

Present information using a variety of instructional techniques or formats, such as role playing, simulations, team exercises, group discussions, videos, or lectures.

Develop alternative training methods if expected improvements are not seen.

Refer trainees to employer relations representatives, to locations offering job placement assistance, or to appropriate social services agencies if warranted.

Coordinate recruitment and placement of training program participants.

Assess training needs through surveys, interviews with employees, focus groups, or consultation with managers, instructors, or customer representatives.

Evaluate modes of training delivery, such as in-person or virtual to optimize training effectiveness, training costs, or environmental impacts.

Schedule classes based on availability of classrooms, equipment, or instructors.

Monitor training costs and prepare budget reports to justify expenditures.

Devise programs to develop executive potential among employees in lower-level positions.

Develop or implement training programs related to efficiency, recycling, or other issues with environmental impacts.

Design, plan, organize, or direct orientation and training programs for employees or customers.

Offer specific training programs to help workers maintain or improve job skills.

Keep up with developments in area of expertise by reading current journals, books, or magazine articles.

Attend meetings or seminars to obtain information for use in training programs or to inform management of training program status.