Staff Development Specialist (Training II)

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The Johnson County Mental Health Center has an exciting opportunity for an organized and detailed orientated person to join our Prevention and Community Relations Team.   As an integral member of the team, the Staff Development Specialist (Training II) supports mental health center staff and students in meeting training and enrichment needs.  Application review will begin on June 15th.

This position provides a variety of support tasks associated with professional development including but not limited to:

• Models the Behavioral, Operational and Core values of Department and is an available resource for all staff; collaborates with department trainers, Managers and Division Directors to create, establish and implement the annual training and staff development plan
• Assists the development and revision of training curricula with direct oversight and guidance; assists in identification of training needs; assists setting learning objectives and tasks; creates course materials, handouts and PowerPoints according to course objectives; applies principles and methods for curriculum and training design, teaching and instruction for individuals and groups, and the measurement of training effects
• Presents, facilitates and trains varied skill courses, workshops and development programs; supports organizational trainers and provides feedback in areas of improvement; serves in a train-the-trainer role; assesses employee progress to evaluate the effectiveness of training.
• Creates and edits classes in learning management systems; troubleshoots problems with registration and course completion; assists in content creation and revision using e-learning platforms.
• Coordinates training schedule with the hiring and training demands of the department/agency; assists in maintain training records and training plans; prepares and distributes evaluation surveys; processes reports on survey results and provides recommendations to appropriate parties; tracks and monitors training attendance for compliance with policy and regulatory agencies; monitors supply inventory and orders supplies; creates and disseminates reports; maintains training records and plans; develops and maintains organizational communications such as bulletin boards and newsletters to ensure employees have knowledge of training and development events and resources.
• Assists in ensuring that room or facility is prepared, supplies are available and trainers present; ensures equipment is in proper working condition; reserves rooms and facilities; books caterers.
• Reports on progress of employees under guidance during training periods; gives input on strategic training plans; serves on training related committees.

Minimum Job Requirements:

Bachelor’s degree in the following field(s) of study is required:  Organizational Development, Education, Curriculum and Instruction, Human Resources, Industrial and Organizational Psychology, Instructional Design and Technology, Business Education, Human Services, Social Science, or relevant field. 

Two (2) years of relevant experience is required.  Applicant must successfully pass a criminal history check; and possess a valid driver’s license with an acceptable driving record.

Preferred Qualifications:

Familiarity with and able to use Microsoft Office Suite, online Learning Management Systems, online training sites/programs/tools (such as Moodle or HTML), or similar programs is preferred.

Experience may be substituted for education. Education may be substituted for experience.