Training and Development Specialist (Austin)

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WHO WE ARE:

Texas Workforce Commission connects people with careers across the state. While we are based in Austin on the north lawn of the Texas State Capitol, we have offices statewide. We''re a Family Friendly Certified Workplace with great work-life balance, competitive salaries, extensive opportunities for training and development, and fantastic benefits. This position is located at 101 E. 15th Street, Austin, Texas, in the Training & Development Department.

TWC is not considering applications from individuals who require sponsorship for an employment visa, now or in the future, for this position. This includes, but is not limited to, individuals currently on H-1B, F-1 (OPT/CPT), or H-4 visas. You must be a Texas resident to work for the Texas Workforce Commission or willing to relocate to Texas.

WHO YOU ARE:

A creative, experienced professional trainer who understands how to deliver training to an adult audience. You would be excited to join the Software and Workforce Training team, which delivers classes on Microsoft applications, other software, and CPR. You would be happy to work in a diverse, talented, and engaged department that has a noble mission: "We are here to help TWC, and our partners enhance employee workplace skills and productivity through the delivery, development, and coordination of quality learning opportunities."

Duty requires up to 25% travel (within the state of Texas) and the ability to lift 25 pounds.

WHAT YOU WILL DO:

The Training and Development Specialist IV performs highly complex (senior-level) training work. Works under limited supervision, with moderate latitude in the use of initiative and independent judgment.

YOU WILL BE TRUSTED TO:

• Coordinate, research, design, and write formal complex curricula that are grammatically correct and organized and that are compliant with Section 508 Accessibility requirements.
• Deliver software classroom training, presentations, and meetings in person and in virtual environments using Microsoft Teams and/or Zoom.
• Accurately and grammatically prepare documents, including correspondence, proposals, briefings, reports, training materials, and project timelines.
• Deliver a wide variety of technical training to diverse audiences by translating complex content into basic concepts.
• Manage multiple projects using formal project management methodology and tools.
• Build and maintain communication and working relationships with Administrative and Program staff, community, and co-workers to accomplish the department''s goals and objectives.
• Work on department special projects and other related work as assigned to meet department goals and objectives.
• Coordinate and facilitate meetings.
• Travel to Texas Workforce boards across the state of Texas to train in-person classes when requested.
• Perform other duties as assigned to meet department goals.

YOU QUALIFY WITH:

• Three years of experience in positions that provided knowledge of training methods, techniques, and materials as related to individual development, education, and training programs; or in positions that provided knowledge of agency operation or programs which included giving group presentations.
• Relevant academic credits may be applied toward experience qualifications for this position.

YOU ARE A GREAT FIT WITH:

• Experience training adults.
• Experience teaching software and technical classes.
• Experience in developing curricula.
• Experience with current virtual and in person training.
• The ability to travel to Local Workforce Board areas to perform TWC training.
• The ability to use creative thinking to originate new methodologies, concepts, or programs.
• Knowledge of Section 508 of the Rehabilitation Act accessibility requirements.
• Experience with writing documents that are grammatically accurate, well-developed, organized, and appropriate for the given audience and purpose.

YOU GAIN:

• A Family Friendly Certified Workplace
• Competitive salary: $5,166.67/month
• Defined Retirement Benefit Plan
• Optional 401(k) and 457 accounts
• Medical Insurance
• Paid time off, including time for vacation, sick and family care leave
• Additional benefits for active employees can be found at https://www.ers.texas.gov/Active-Employees/Health-Benefits

VETERANS:

Use your military skills to qualify for this position or other jobs! Go to www.texasskillstowork.com to translate your military work experience and training courses into civilian job terms, qualifications, and skill sets. Also, you can compare this position to military occupations (MOS) at the Texas State Auditor''s Office by pasting this link into your browser: https://hr.sao.texas.gov/Compensation/MilitaryCrosswalk/MOSC_HumanResourcesandTrainingandDevelopment.pdf

HOW TO APPLY:

To be considered, please complete a State of Texas Application for Employment and apply online at www.workintexas.com or on Taleo (Job Search). TWC is not considering applications from individuals who require sponsorship for an employment visa, now or in the future, for this position. This includes, but is not limited to, individuals currently on H-1B, F-1 (OPT/CPT), or H-4 visas. You must be a Texas resident to work for the Texas Workforce Commission or willing to relocate to Texas. In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification document form upon hire. A position utilizing this classification will be designated as security sensitive according to the Texas Labor Code, Section 301.042.

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WHO WE ARE:

Texas Workforce Commission connects people with careers across the state. While we are based in Austin on the north lawn of the Texas State Capitol, we have offices statewide. We''re a Family Friendly Certified Workplace with great work-life balance, competitive salaries, extensive opportunities for training and development, and fantastic benefits. This position is located at 101 E. 15th Street, Austin, Texas, in the Training & Development Department.

TWC is not considering applications from individuals who require sponsorship for an employment visa, now or in the future, for this position. This includes, but is not limited to, individuals currently on H-1B, F-1 (OPT/CPT), or H-4 visas. You must be a Texas resident to work for the Texas Workforce Commission or willing to relocate to Texas.

WHO YOU ARE:

A creative, experienced professional trainer who understands how to deliver training to an adult audience. You would be excited to join the Software and Workforce Training team, which delivers classes on Microsoft applications, other software, and CPR. You would be happy to work in a diverse, talented, and engaged department that has a noble mission: "We are here to help TWC, and our partners enhance employee workplace skills and productivity through the delivery, development, and coordination of quality learning opportunities."

Duty requires up to 25% travel (within the state of Texas) and the ability to lift 25 pounds.

WHAT YOU WILL DO:

The Training and Development Specialist IV performs highly complex (senior-level) training work. Works under limited supervision, with moderate latitude in the use of initiative and independent judgment.

YOU WILL BE TRUSTED TO:

• Coordinate, research, design, and write formal complex curricula that are grammatically correct and organized and that are compliant with Section 508 Accessibility requirements.
• Deliver software classroom training, presentations, and meetings in person and in virtual environments using Microsoft Teams and/or Zoom.
• Accurately and grammatically prepare documents, including correspondence, proposals, briefings, reports, training materials, and project timelines.
• Deliver a wide variety of technical training to diverse audiences by translating complex content into basic concepts.
• Manage multiple projects using formal project management methodology and tools.
• Build and maintain communication and working relationships with Administrative and Program staff, community, and co-workers to accomplish the department''s goals and objectives.
• Work on department special projects and other related work as assigned to meet department goals and objectives.
• Coordinate and facilitate meetings.
• Travel to Texas Workforce boards across the state of Texas to train in-person classes when requested.
• Perform other duties as assigned to meet department goals.

YOU QUALIFY WITH:

• Three years of experience in positions that provided knowledge of training methods, techniques, and materials as related to individual development, education, and training programs; or in positions that provided knowledge of agency operation or programs which included giving group presentations.
• Relevant academic credits may be applied toward experience qualifications for this position.

YOU ARE A GREAT FIT WITH:

• Experience training adults.
• Experience teaching software and technical classes.
• Experience in developing curricula.
• Experience with current virtual and in person training.
• The ability to travel to Local Workforce Board areas to perform TWC training.
• The ability to use creative thinking to originate new methodologies, concepts, or programs.
• Knowledge of Section 508 of the Rehabilitation Act accessibility requirements.
• Experience with writing documents that are grammatically accurate, well-developed, organized, and appropriate for the given audience and purpose.

YOU GAIN:

• A Family Friendly Certified Workplace
• Competitive salary: $5,166.67/month
• Defined Retirement Benefit Plan
• Optional 401(k) and 457 accounts
• Medical Insurance
• Paid time off, including time for vacation, sick and family care leave
• Additional benefits for active employees can be found at https://www.ers.texas.gov/Active-Employees/Health-Benefits

VETERANS:

Use your military skills to qualify for this position or other jobs! Go to www.texasskillstowork.com to translate your military work experience and training courses into civilian job terms, qualifications, and skill sets. Also, you can compare this position to military occupations (MOS) at the Texas State Auditor''s Office by pasting this link into your browser: https://hr.sao.texas.gov/Compensation/MilitaryCrosswalk/MOSC_HumanResourcesandTrainingandDevelopment.pdf

HOW TO APPLY:

To be considered, please complete a State of Texas Application for Employment and apply online at www.workintexas.com or on Taleo (Job Search). TWC is not considering applications from individuals who require sponsorship for an employment visa, now or in the future, for this position. This includes, but is not limited to, individuals currently on H-1B, F-1 (OPT/CPT), or H-4 visas. You must be a Texas resident to work for the Texas Workforce Commission or willing to relocate to Texas. In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification document form upon hire. A position utilizing this classification will be designated as security sensitive according to the Texas Labor Code, Section 301.042.

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Austin:101 E 15th St (320-4001) (320TX-4001)

101 E 15th St

Austin, 78778-0001

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