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Under general direction of the Assistant Director of Human Resources, improves productivity of City employees by overseeing the development, coordination, and presentation of training and development programs for City employees. Assesses developmental and organizational needs to drive training initiatives to include curriculum development; instruction; professional development; and education and workforce training activities. Identifies and arranges training solutions. Actively searches, creatively designs, and implements effective methods to educate, enhance, and recognize performance.
 
SUPERVISION EXERCISED
 
This position may function as the lead worker over an HR Specialist for employee developmental training activities.

EXAMPLES OF DUTIES

Conducts learning needs assessments to identify individual, group, team, divisional, departmental, and organizational training opportunities. 

Analyzes, researches, develops, designs, administers, coordinates, organizes, and implements training programs in support of the City's development strategy, aligned with the organization's mission and core values. 

Develops curricula, programs, and materials for the training function. Conducts classroom training as well as coordinates other training resources. 

Fosters the development of a learning organization culture and continuous learning environment, to include research and recommendations for enhancement. 

Tracks and reports upon employees' status and completion of training requirements. 

Plans, coordinates, and/or assists with engagement and Wellness programming and activities. 

Provides consulting services to departments in all aspects of training and analyzes training requests, making recommendations to the appropriate person. Consults with department teams to facilitate employee development and problem solving. Provide confidential information, assistance, and technical advice to supervisors and employees concerning human resource related matters. 

Manages the training department's development, monitoring, and planning of budget processes as well as organizational improvement strategies. Process check requests and purchase requisitions, manage P-Card purchases, and update the budgeting spreadsheet for Development and Wellness expenses. 

Develop and maintain the Training and Wellness sites on the City's intranet. 

Locate, screen, invite, coordinate, and facilitate area professionals for special topics and presentations. 

OTHER JOB RELATED DUTIES
 
Perform other job related duties and responsibilities as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS

Knowledge of:
           
Principles and practices of adult training and development.  Familiarity with traditional and modern training methods (mentoring, coaching, on-the-job or in-classroom training, e-learning, workshops, etc.).
 
General state and federal employment laws, guidelines, and practices; compensation and classification structure; and Human Resource field related practices.
 
Organizational/departmental needs assessment methods, data collection, and statistical analysis.
 
Skill to:
           
Develop, coordinate, implement, present, and evaluate formal and informal training programs to all levels of employees in both small and large group settings.
 
Proficiency in using a variety of computer software applications, especially office processing applications as well as various operating systems and HRIS software systems.

Maintain a high level of confidentiality and handle sensitive situations and documents.
 
Problem solve using analysis and critical thinking to resolve issues.
 
Proof-read documents and training materials with exceptional attention to detail in composing documents and reports.
 
Operate a computer and standard office equipment.
 
Speak to various staff levels in both small and large group settings.
 
Ability to:
           
Self-motivate and effectively establish priorities and meet deadlines as well as multi-task and prioritize several projects simultaneously, to include planning, evaluating, and following up on HR-related assignments.

Work under pressure to produce technically excellent content with a clear message while being mindful of audience, purpose, and medium.
           
Professionally and clearly communicate both orally and in writing.
           
Establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with those contacted in the course of work, both internally and externally.
 
Follow and embrace the City of Abilene Core Values – Respect, Integrity, Service Above Self, and Excellence in All We Do.
 
Lead and manage a team in a manner that accomplishes the Division's mission and treats team members with dignity, courtesy, and respect.
 
Experience and Training Guidelines:
 
Any combination equivalent to experience and training to provide the required knowledge, skills, and abilities may be qualifying.  Knowledge, skills, and abilities may be obtained through:
 
Experience:
           
A minimum of five (5) years of progressively responsible experience in training and development, organizational development, secondary education, or business administration is preferred.
 
Education/Training:
           
A Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Training and Development, Secondary Education, or a related field with related coursework in the areas of training and development is required.
           
License or Certificate:
           
A Certified Professional in Learning and Performance (CPLP) certification is preferred.
 
A valid Texas driver's license, the ability to obtain one within ten (10) days of employment, or a military waiver is required.
 
Special Requirements:
 
Essential duties require the following physical skills and work environment:
 
With or without accommodation, ability to lift up to 25 pounds.
 
Ability to travel.