Training Manager Jobs

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Posting Expires: 5/2/2023.

Salary: Commensurate with experience

General Description and Classification Standards

Manages the activities involved in the design, preparation, delivery and need assessment of training and development programs for City managers and employees. This is a fully seasoned managerial level charged with responsibility for a significant specialized function within a department. Position manages a group of employees, which may include an intermediate supervisor, or a smaller group of specialized professional employees. Areas of responsibility are typically unique within the department.

Supervision Received

Direction received is general and focuses more on long-term and short-term operating objectives, managerial effectiveness, and operating results. This level would be considered "middle" management.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

These are typical responsibilities for this position and should not be construed as exclusive or all inclusive. May perform other duties as assigned. Manages the activities involved in the design, preparation, delivery and need assessment of training and development programs for City managers and employees. Joins in partnership with other HR professionals to assess and implement organizational development programs, processes and training initiatives to support organizational strategies. Determines City needs for leadership development, succession planning, career management, interpersonal skills and communication training. Develops and/or approves content, methods, and materials for training staff and may conduct courses. Develops methods for evaluation of orientation, performance management and/or organizational development training. Creates operating plans, forecasts and reporting systems and manages the day to day operations. Manages the budget preparation, submittal and administration. Develops organizational structure and selects, develops and manages staff. Establishes internal processes, interprets and applies organizational policies. Provides input into policy and strategy. Manages purchasing, inventory, equipment maintenance and other asset related functions and approves purchase/supply orders, expense accounts.

Decision Making

May make purchasing or resource allocation decisions within organization guidelines. Applies organizational policies. May interpret organizational policies and recommend exceptions. Leadership Provided Has formal supervisory authority over work group (typically at least 4-5 employees) to include discipline, performance management, scheduling, training, etc.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

This is a partial listing of necessary knowledge, skills, and abilities required to perform the job successfully. It is not an exhaustive list. Knowledge of organizational development training methods, tools and best practices. Strong knowledge of assessment tools. Strong knowledge of testing methods. Knowledge of interactive employee development methodology. Strong verbal, written and presentation skills. Strong planning and organizational skills. Strong Microsoft Office skills. Skilled in using A/V and other presentation equipment. Ability to design, develop and deliver course material in a creative and interesting manner. Ability to use interactive technology in design of training courses.

Minimum Qualifications Education and Experience

Bachelors degree in Education, Human Resources, Business or related field (Equivalent professional experience may be considered for substitution for the required degree on an exception basis). 8 years' of specific employee development/training experience with demonstrated management experience.

Preferred Education & Experience

Bachelors degree in Education, Human Resources, Business or related field (Equivalent professional experience may be considered for substitution for the required degree on an exception basis) and 8 years' of specific training experience with demonstrated management experience.

Licensures and Certifications

None required. ASTD certification preferred.

Essential Capabilities and Work Environment

Required physical, lifting, and sensory capabilities are requirements to perform the job successfully. Typical environmental conditions associated with job.