Training Specialist II

City of Atlanta • Atlanta, GA

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About The Position

Training Specialist, Senior is a role within the Organizational Development unit
of the Department of Human Resources. Training Specialist, Senior is responsible
for employee development training on behalf of the City of Atlanta/Department of
Aviation.

Requirements

• Knowledge of adult learning principles, methods, and best practices
• Strong knowledge of assessment tools (MS Forms, SurveyMonkey, etc.)
• Strong communication skills (verbal, written and active listening skills).
• Strong organizational, planning and time management skills.
• Strong Collaboration Skills with Internal and External Customers/Clients
• Strong proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (PowerPoint, Outlook) or related software.
• Strong presentation skills for all job-class and skill levels.
• Skilled in using Audio/Visual and other presentation equipment, including Smartboards and Virtual Platforms.
• Reliable transportation when conducting training sessions, consultations, meetings off-site/other locations.
• Ability to interface with a wide variety of job-class and skill levels.
• Ability to deliver advanced Professional Development courses.
• Ability to evaluate and research training options and alternatives
• Ability to perform needs assessments and to analyze areas of strengths and areas of opportunity.
• Ability to provide feedback (positive and re-directive) at all job-class and skill levels.
• Ability to meet critical deadlines and execute projects/initiatives

Responsibilities

• Conducts Supervisory, Management or Nontechnical Core-Skills training courses for Managers, Supervisors, Individual Contributors for the City of Atlanta/Department of Aviation.
• Conducts needs assessment for training and staff development to enhance the effectiveness of employee performance in achieving the goals and objectives.
• Supports online NEO: The Virtual Experience (New Hire Orientation).
• Collaborates with Instructional Designers by researching training needs and planned courses
• Assesses training and development needs through surveys, interviews, focus groups, and communication with managers, instructors, and internal customers.
• Uses needs assessment tools to identify the need for, and to determine the effectiveness of training programs offered.
• Conducts and Evaluates the effectiveness of training programs through training surveys and 60/90-day follow-up sessions utilizing the Kirkpatrick Model.
• Evaluates existing and proposed programs, recommends changes when appropriate.
• Presents training programs using various forms and formats including group discussion, simulation, videos, In-Person Instructor-Led Facilitation and Virtual Instructor-Led Facilitation.
• Maintains knowledge of the latest trends in Professional Training and Development.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed