Employees in this class participate in planning, designing, implementing, conducting and coordinating training and career development programs for state agencies, business or the community.
Employees in this class may design content and facilitate classes
Designs lessons, including the selection and organization of content, methods and materials needed to accomplish learning objectives. Presents content and facilitates trainee group problem solving and group processing. Provides recommendations for curriculum design. Develops and conducts needs assessments. Serves as primary internal/external consultant for a specific program area, to include problem solving and identifying program development needs. Coordinates system or program management, including the conceptualization of programs, task force guidance and policy and resource development. Supervises other trainers or training operations staff, making teaching or support assignments and evaluating instructors and instructional materials. Assists in the strategic planning process. Performs basic instructional writing, test design and item writing. Researches training content through library and literature surveys. Participates in advertising, marketing and promotional activities related to training programs. Instructs the visually impaired in developing object orientation and mobility skills.
Knowledge of applicable training principles and practices. Knowledge of methods and techniques of conducting formal and informal training sessions. Knowledge of visual aid use and development. Knowledge of aids, methods and service skills which will enable the visually impaired to become rehabilitated. Ability to conduct conferences, lead discussions, instruct training groups and stimulate individuals and groups in the learning process. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships. Ability to analyze training and development needs and resources and to recommend and communicate solutions effectively.
A bachelor’s degree and relevant experience.