Lead Training Specialist, Patients Program

The University of Maryland, Baltimore (UMB) School of Pharmacy has an opening for a Lead Training Specialist to work with their PATIENTS Program. The PATIENTS Program is an interdisciplinary research team of community partners and researchers housed at the University of Maryland School of Pharmacy that works to change the way we think about research by creating a path for health equity in West Baltimore. The program uses development of quality measures, assessment methods, and patient reported outcome measures. The PATIENTS Program’s Lead Training Specialist engages a diverse variety of people in learning situations, applying adult learning theory in developing multifaceted modern learning solutions (such as instructor-led training and online educational programs). The Training Specialist is expected to function independently in delivering training and developing training materials and helping to assess its effectiveness. Solutions require considerable analysis and evaluation of various alternatives. Independently anticipates needs and requirements to resolve non-routine matters. Established in 1841, the University of Maryland School of Pharmacy is the fourth oldest school of pharmacy in the United States. As a leader in pharmacy education, scientific discovery, patient care, and community engagement, the School conducts cutting edge research and engages in a wide variety of professional practice activities to improve the health and well-being of citizens in the state of Maryland and beyond. * *BENEFITS (Exempt Regular): UMB offers a comprehensivebenefits packagethat prioritizes wellness, work/life balance, and professional development. This position participates in a retirement program (pension or optional retirement plan/ORP) that must be selected and is effective on your date of hire. Exempt regular staff receive a generous paid leave package that includes over 4 weeks of vacation accrued each year, 15 paid holidays, 3 personal leave, unlimited accrual of sick time, and comprehensive health insurance; professional learning and development programs; tuition remission for employees and their dependents at any University System of Maryland school; and flexible work schedules and teleworking options (if applicable per job). /UMB is Ranked Among the Best Employers for Diversity by Forbes 2022 & 2023./ PRIMARY DUTIES

• Performs project management duties such as creating project work plans, establishing and monitoring goals and objectives, data management, and developing communications strategy to ensure successful implementation of training and coaching initiatives.
• May supervise training staff as necessary.
• Performs other duties as assigned. *MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS EDUCATION: *Bachelors in Organizational Development, Business, Communications, Human Resources, or related field required. Bachelors in Management, Public Health or Master’s in related field preferred. *EXPERIENCE: *Five (5) years related training experience. At least three (3) years directly related to relevant training specialization. *Preferred SUPERVISORY:Prior work coordination, training, and daily oversight of staff, students, or volunteers preferred. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES: Knowledge of position requirements. Knowledge of all applicable requirements, regulations, and laws. Ability to effectively communicate both verbal and written thoughts, ideas, and facts. Ability to perform public speaking duties to present ideas and information clearly and concisely both orally and in writing. Ability to work cooperatively with others and independently. Skill in effective use of applicable technology/systems. Ability to demonstrate, understand, apply, and adhere to the UMB Core values of Respect and Integrity, Well-being and Sustainability, Equity and Justice, and Innovation and Discovery. Hiring Range:$86,500 - $96,000 per year (Commensurate with education and experience) UMB is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law or policy. For assistance related to employment, please contact the Staffing department [email protected]. If you anticipate needing a reasonable accommodation for a disability under the Americans With Disabilities Act (ADA), during any part of the employment process, please submit aUMB Job Applicant Accommodation Request. You may also [email protected]. Please note that only inquiries concerning an ADA request for reasonable accommodation will be responded to from this email address. *Job: Reg or CII Exempt Staff *Organization: School of Pharmacy - Pharmaceutical Health Services Research *Title: *Lead Training Specialist, PATIENTS Program Location: null Requisition ID: 2300013G
• Serves as subject matter expert to less experienced staff.
• Leads overall development, design, review, and modification of existing and new training curricula, training aids, and materials.
• Leads reporting of all deliverables, efforts and progress.
• Develops, recommends, modifies, and implements policies and procedures as it relates to training and coaching.
• Establishes relationships/partnerships and collaborates with executive level external and internal stakeholders to assess and develop long implementation and training plans to ensure needs are effectively met.
• *In collaboration with programmatic leadership, leads large scale and specialized consultation, training, and coaching efforts on a wide range of topics relevant to department programs. Identifies future coaching/training needs. Creates strategies to ensure sustainability and training is effectively translated into practice.
• Performs operational duties such as monitoring training costs, acquiring, and implementing services offered by outside vendors.