Training Specialist-ABQ BioPark

Training Specialist-ABQ BioPark

Salary

$57,387.20 - $63,315.20 Annually

Location

Albuquerque, NM

Job Type

Full Time

Job Number

2700354

Department

Arts and Culture

Division

CS-BP Animal Ops

Opening Date

10/20/2026

Closing Date

11/3/2026 11:59 PM Mountain

Bargaining Unit

MP

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Position Summary

The Albuquerque BioPark is seeking an enthusiastic Training Specialist to help inspire and support the growth of our animal care professionals. As part of the Animal Wellness Department, this role manages the Animal Care Excellence Program, working closely with animal care staff and animal department leaders to foster a culture of learning, collaboration, and animal wellbeing. The Training Specialist identifies and develops engaging educational opportunities, supports staff throughout their professional development journeys, and helps ensure training and promotional requirements are completed in a timely manner. This position is ideal for someone who would enjoy celebrating growth and helping people build the knowledge and skills that contribute to excellence in animal care.

Plan, coordinate and implement all in-house training activities for department personnel; conduct research into specialized training classes and evaluate current training programs and perform a variety of professional and technical tasks in support of assigned area of responsibility.

Job descriptions are intended to present a general list of tasks/duties performed by employees within this job classification. Job Descriptions are not intended to reflect all duties performed within the job.

Essential and Supplemental Functions

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: Essential functions may include but are not limited to the functions listed below. Must be able to perform the essential functions of the job with or without a reasonable accommodation.

• Coordinate training and educational activities for all department personnel.
• Recommend and assist in the implementation of goals and objectives; establish schedules and methods for providing training services; implement policies and procedures.
• Monitor program performance; recommend and implement modifications to systems and procedures.
• Research and plan specialized training activities, and classes including in-service training to provide to the department staff; coordinate, schedule and conduct training activities.
• Promote and coordinate specific activities within the training program including course schedules and any specialized training programs being offered; prepare program event and material including flyers, schedules of events, pamphlets and brochures.
• Schedule usage of meeting facilities for activities including training events, classes, and activities; provide information and assistance to users of facilities.
• Maintain records and develop reports concerning new or ongoing programs and program effectiveness; maintain records for training event attendance; maintain and file training reports; prepare statistical reports as required.
• May prepare budget considerations; submit budget recommendations; monitor expenditures.
• May be required to provide specialized training regarding the ADA population and comprehensive CDL training.

SUPPLEMENTAL FUNCTIONS:

• Monitor program compliance with laws, rules and regulations related to provision of training and related services.
• Develop survey instruments; conduct surveys of program participants to determine participant needs; interpret and record survey results; implement program changes in response to results.
• Maintain awareness of new developments in the field of organizational training; incorporate new developments as appropriate into programs.
• Perform related duties and responsibilities as required.

Minimum Education, Experience And Additional Requirements

When assigned to Department of Arts & Culture:

Education and experience directly related to the minimum requirements below may be interchangeable on a year for year basis.

Bachelors degree from an accredited college or university in organizational training, biology, or adult education; and

Three (3) years of organizational training, safety program coordination, organizational development, learning, program training, process training or educational experience; and

To include one (1) year of supervisory or lead experience.

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

Possession of a valid New Mexico Drivers License, or the ability to obtain by date of hire.

Possession of a valid City of Albuquerque Operator Permit (COP) within six (6) months from date of hire.

Working Conditions

Environmental:

Office environment; may include field environment with exposure to noise, gas, fumes and inclement weather conditions.

Physical:

Essential and supplemental functions may require maintaining physical condition necessary for sitting or standing for prolonged periods of time.

Total Rewards. Total You.

The City of Albuquerque takes pride in offering our employees one of the most attractive Total Rewards packages in New Mexico. In addition to competitive salaries, the City provides benefit options for health, pharmacy, dental, vision, life, disability, and much more. The City also has pre-tax savings plans for healthcare, childcare, and parking. Employees participate in the state's public retirement system (PERA), with the City paying up to 75 percent of the employee's contribution. That's higher than any other contribution rate in the state of New Mexico!

Paid holidays? Check

Paid parental leave? Check

Paid birthdays off? Check

Vacation and sick leave starting Day 1? Check and check

Our people matter and we prioritize physical, mental, and financial wellbeing. With resources such as onsite and mobile medical clinics, an employee assistance program that encourages work-life balance, and tuition assistance and professional development pathways, the City is committed to equipping our employees with tools to better their lives and grow their careers while serving their community.

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01

Please identify your ability to possess a valid New Mexico drivers license (attach a copy of your drivers license). Select all that apply.

• Possess a valid New Mexico Drivers License, or have the ability to obtain by date of hire (attach a copy of your Drivers License)?
• Able to possess a valid New Mexico Drivers License within ninety (90) days from date of hire?
• Do not possess and not able to obtain a valid New Mexico Drivers License by date of hire or within ninety (90) days from date of hire.

02

Do you possess the lead or supervisory experience outlined in the minimum requirements? If you have successfully completed the City of Albuquerques Pre-Management Development Program (PMDP), please select yes and attach your certificate. (Lead is defined as monitors projects, programs or people.)

• Yes
• No

03

Select the highest level of successfully completed related education as identified by the minimum requirements (if applicable, attach supporting degree or transcripts).

• No High School Diploma
• High School Diploma or GED
• Non/degree accredited- Some College
• Associates
• Bachelors
• Masters
• Juris Doctorate
• Doctorate

04

Select the number of years of work experience you possess which relates to the minimum requirements, if applicable, add verifiable time in a temporary upgrade status and/or volunteer experience when selecting number of years.

• No experience
• 1 to less than 6 months
• 6 to less than 12 months
• 1 year to less than 2 years
• 2 years to less than 3 years
• 3 years to less than 4 years
• 4 years to less than 5 years
• 5 years to less than 6 years
• 6 years to less than 7 years
• 7 years to less than 8 years
• 8 years to less than 9 years
• 9 years to less than 10 years
• 10 years to less than 11 years
• 11 years to less than 12 years
• 12 years to less than 13 years
• 13 or more years

Required Question

Employer City of Albuquerque

Address 400 Marquette N.W.

Albuquerque, New Mexico, 87103

Phone 505 768-3700

Website http://CABQ.GOV