Wastewater Technical Trainer

Pima County • Tucson, AZ

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About The Position

Pima County's Regional Wastewater Reclamation Department (RWRD) is proud to be an award-winning, industry leader in the management and sustainability of the water reclamation cycle and other renewable resources. As a Wastewater Technical Trainer, you will be responsible for developing, delivering, and evaluating the training to Wastewater Operations and Maintenance Technicians and other RWRD Treatment personnel. The selected candidate will deliver direct instruction on wastewater theory and facility operations and maintenance in both classroom and field settings as part of a career development and state regulatory-required certifications. This position is also responsible for creating and developing multimodal training content, instructional materials, and presentations for both in-person synchronous and asynchronous web-based learning. This position requires excellent inter-personal, verbal, and written communication skills combined with a strong aptitude for public speaking. If you have experience in the operation and/or maintenance of a wastewater facility or a closely related field, and have experience as a trainer, educator, or supervisor, and are looking to join a team that has an essential impact on your local community, apply to be a Wastewater Technical Trainer at RWRD today.

Requirements

• Three years of experience as a teacher/instructor in one or more STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Math) disciplines or as an instructor/trainer in related industrial job training. (Relevant experience and/or education from an accredited college or university may be substituted.)
• Three years of experience in the operation or maintenance of an advanced, complex wastewater/water facility or related industry/facility as determined by the department head at the time of recruitment, AND at least one year of experience performing lead, supervisory, and/or training duties (supervisory/training experience may be concurrent). (Relevant experience and/or education from an accredited college or university may be substituted.)
• Two years of experience with Pima County in an Operations & Maintenance Technician II, Utility Maintenance Worker III, Industrial Wastewater Inspector, Wastewater Maintenance Specialist II, Conveyance Systems Monitoring II or closely-related position as determined by the department head at the time of recruitment
• Valid driver license is required at time of application
• Valid AZ driver license is required at time of appointment

Nice To Haves

• Experience teaching environmental science, ecology, biology, medical field, hydrology, geology, agricultural, or ADEQ Grade 2 Wastewater Treatment Certification
• Experience with Microsoft Office (PowerPoint, Word, Excel, Teams) or other educational/training development software
• Experience developing curricula and associated training materials
• Experience in instructing industry-related job training (CTE/JTED/Trade School) or A DEQ Grade 2 Wastewater Collections, Water Treatment, and or Water Distribution Certification
• Experience with providing communication in either verbal or written format and delivering information to the public
• Experience in presenting developed (pre-developed/existing) training materials

Responsibilities

• Identifies and prioritizes training needs, programs, or strategies based on regulatory and departmental requirements
• Collaborates with internal teams and subject matter experts to ensure alignment with department goals and objectives
• Designs, develops, delivers, and updates technical training curricula, materials, and evaluations, using fundamental principles of the operation and maintenance of wastewater treatment and conveyance systems, processes, equipment, and machinery
• Provides technical and practical training for the purposes of obtaining licensing certifications, credentials, or endorsements that are required of Department employees
• Uses various digital tools and platforms to research and develop training materials for a variety of settings, and uses relevant computer software programs and applications for training documentation, file and database management, and report preparation
• Possesses sound knowledge and understanding of the subject matter taught; participates in professional development to enhance skills and knowledge, and stays updated on new technologies and best practices
• Evaluates external materials and texts for use, may coordinate the provision of training by other external sources
• Uses principles and practices of employee supervision, training, and evaluation

What This Job Offers

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