Training Specialist II - Building Construction Services

Training Specialist II - Building Construction Services

Salary

$54,855.00 - $76,797.00 Annually

Location

New Port Richey, FL

Job Type

Full Time

Job Number

14328-1026

Department

Building Construction Services

Division

Building Construction Services Administration

Opening Date

10/09/2026

Closing Date

10/15/2026 11:59 PM Eastern

Salary Range

$54,855.00 - $76,797.00

Pay Grade

P39 (Exempt position)

Salary Disclosure

Pay rates are based on education, skill, experience level and internal equity.

• Description
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General Description

JOIN OUR TEAM AS A TRAINING SPECIALIST II - BUILDING CONSTRUCTION SPECIALIST

The Training Specialist II role involves responsible work in organizing and coordinating instruction through comprehensive in-service education, continuing education, training programs, and orientation programs for the Building Construction Services Department based on the findings provided by the QA/QC team member. . Work is performed with considerable independent judgment and initiative and involves management of complex training activities.

Essential Job Functions

Coordinates and administers the ongoing training programs for Building Construction Services staff, working directly with the QA/QC coordinator and Program Manager II Coordinates, administers and monitors the orientation of new BCS employees to division policies, procedures and standards, and develops a training program for new BCS employees. Organizes in-house continuing education including the identification of subject matter, course writing, acquiring course approval through various state agencies, presentation of course material and maintenance of course and attendance records. Maintains records regarding licensure and continuing education requirements for all licenses and license holders employed or subcontracted by the Building Construction Service department. Monitors and identifies changes to Florida Statutes and Florida Administrative Code related to required employee licenses and training related to the construction industry. Prepares and delivers and/or facilitates both classroom and field-oriented training programs. Maintains and is responsible for all equipment, materials and supplies related to training. Represents Pasco County and the Building Construction Services department at educational conferences, state and regional meetings related to training and employee licensure, as well as local meetings of construction trade organizations. Coordinates programs with state agencies, educational organizations, and other inspection departments. Identifies educational opportunities provided by outside sources, and assists BCS employees in registration and recording attendance. Provides input and justification of future educational budget requests. Performs related work as required.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Ability to develop, coordinate and implement effective educational materials for oral or graphic presentation.
• Ability to prepare and maintain records and reports.
• Ability to effectively communicate with large or small groups using modern media methods.
• Ability to present training content to large and small audiences, both internal employees and the public
• Efficiency in common computer systems such as MS Outlook, MS Excel, MS Word, MS Powerpoint.
• Knowledge of modern practices and methods employed in the building construction services industry.
• Knowledge of laws and regulations governing the building trades.
• Ability to understand, interact with, and instruct others regarding federal, state and local governing bodies, boards and rules related to construction.

Minimum Requirements

PHYSICAL SKILLS: Ability to communicate effectively using verbal, written and visual communication.

EDUCATION, TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE: Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Bachelors Degree in Social or Behavioral Science, Education, Human Resource Management, Information Technology, Management Information Systems or related field. Three (3) years of experience training/teaching, writing, editing and coordinating training materials and activities. Experience creating and editing training content using video editing software. Experience using distance learning capabilities; planning and delivering training remotely over Zoom, MS Teams, Adobe Connect, or other platforms and using their full capabilities for in-meeting surveys, chats, breakout rooms, and other features.

LICENSES, CERTIFICATIONS OR REGISTRATIONS: Must possess a valid Florida drivers license.

ADA STATEMENT: A qualified employee or applicant with a disability may be afforded a reasonable accommodation to perform the essential job functions of a position in compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act.

DRUG-FREE WORKPLACE: Pasco County BOCC is a drug-free workplace in accordance with Federal and Florida Law.

EMERGENCY RESPONSE/RECOVERY ACTIVITIES: All employees will be required to work before, during, or after an emergency. During an emergency, employees may temporarily be assigned to work and perform duties outside the normal scope of their position, location and work schedule to fit the needs of the County and its citizens.

VETERANS PREFERENCE: Under Section 295.07, F.S., chapter SSA-7 Pasco County BCC provides to Veterans, that preference in appointment will be given to preference-eligible applicants.

PASCO COUNTY WAS VOTED ONE OF THE NATIONS TOP WORKPLACES FOR 2021

Benefits include:

• Florida Retirement System (FRS) retirement plan
• PTO (Paid Time Off)
• Paid holidays
• Group insurance
• Tuition reimbursement
• Deferred compensation
• Medical leave pool
• Annual medical leave buy-back
• Mid-management/Professional grade, and management personnel may receive 40 hours of admin leave per calendar year.

Effective July 1, 2011, FRS members must contribute 3% of their salary as retirement contributions, on a pre-tax basis (the salary is reduced by the amount of the employee contribution before determining the federal income tax deduction). The employer will automatically deduct the employee contributions.

01

I am aware that the following supplemental questions will determine my eligibility for this position.

• Acknowledge
• Decline

02

Are you a current Pasco County BOCC employee?

• Yes
• No

03

Which best describes your highest level of COMPLETED education?

• GED
• High School
• Associate degree
• Bachelors Degree
• Masters Degree
• Doctorate
• None of the above

04

Which best describes the years of experience you have in teaching/training, writing and editing training material, and coordinating training activities?

• Ten or more years of experience
• Nine years but less than ten
• Eight years but less than nine
• Seven years but less than eight
• Six years but less than seven
• Five years but less than six
• Four years but less than five
• Three years but less than four
• Two years but less than three
• One years but less than two
• Less than one year of experience

05

Do you have experience creating and editing training content using video editing software?

• No
• Yes

06

Do you have experience using distance learning capabilities; planning and delivering training remotely over Zoom, MS Teams, Adobe Connect, or other platforms and using their full capabilities for in-meeting surveys, chats, breakout rooms, and other features?

• No
• Yes

07

Do you possess a valid Florida drivers license or have the ability to obtain the license within 30 days from date of hire?

• Yes
• No

08

Are you a veteran who served as a member of the armed forces of the United States during a period of war, defined in Title 38, U.S.C., and who was separated from such service under honorable conditions, or the surviving spouse of any such veteran? (SUPPORTING DOCUMENTION IS REQUIRED AT THE TIME OF SUBMISSION OF APPLICATION OR NEXT BUSINESS DAY).

• Yes
• No

09

I hereby acknowledge that Pasco County BOCC is a drug-free workplace in accordance with Federal and Florida law, and consent to pre-employment drug/alcohol testing, and agree to abide by the program and policy if employed by Pasco County BOCC.

• Acknowledged
• Declined

10

Are you legally authorized to work in the United States? Note: If hired, a Form I-9, Employment Eligibility Verification, must be completed at the start of employment.

• Yes
• No

11

Have you recently retired from the Florida Retirement System (FRS) Pension Plan or Investment Plan within the last 6 months?

• Yes
• No

12

Have you recently taken a disbursement from the Florida Retirement System (FRS) Pension Plan or Investment Plan within the last 6 months?

• Yes
• No

13

If so, please provide the date.

14

Please specifically explain how your prior work experience and education match the qualifications for this position. (1000 characters or less)

15

How did you hear about this position?

• Billboard
• Facebook
• Friend/Family Referral
• Indeed
• Instagram
• Job Fair
• LinkedIn
• Magazine publication
• Nextdoor
• Pasco County employee
• Pasco County Facebook Page
• Pasco County website/Governmentjobs.com
• Pasco County Traffic Sign
• Utility bill insert
• X/Twitter
• YouTube
• Other

16

If a Pasco County employee referred you, please provide the name of the employee. If none, write N/A.

Required Question

Employer Pasco County

Address 7536 State Street

New Port Richey, Florida, 34654

Phone (727) 847-8030

(727) 847-8103

Website http://www.pascocountyfl.net