JOB DESCRIPTION

TITLE: Professional Development/Training Specialist               PROGRAM:   Head Start 

CLASS: Exempt                                                           REPORTS TO : Executive Assistant   

JOB SUMMARY:    

Responsible for planning, implementation, and evaluation of training and professional development opportunities; conducts needs assessments and compiles data related to training needs to meet the goals and objectives of the program; identifies trainers, classes and other training resources; maintains records of training; provides training and orientation; mentors staff giving support for their professional development needs. Will also work directly with the employees and vendors concerning the benefits offered by the Agency.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

1.      Works with management team to plan, organize and direct trainings, In-service and professional development for employees.

2.      Works with the Executive Administrative Assistant to ensure trainers are scheduled.

3.      Arrange the technical needs for the trainings.

4.      Oversees orientation training for all new staff, including processing of the paperwork and scheduling managers.

5.      Arrange trainings for all staff to comply with the Head Start Performance Standards, Head Start Act and Bright from the Start.

6.      Work with all staff on completion of a Professional Development Plan.

7.      Provide mentoring and resources for staff desiring to further their education.

8.      Track CDA renewals for Teacher Assistants.

9.      Provide recordkeeping for the training area by inputting all trainings staff attends in Childplus.

10.  Track trainings of all staff to identify needed trainings.

11.  Maintain training folder for trainings provided and attended.

12.  Maintain training folder for Head Start Main Office staff.

13.  Work with the Head Start Director and Fiscal staff on the Training Plan and budget expenditures.

14.  HS Staff: Input new Head Start employees into the ChildPlus Data system under personnel.

15.  Assist all employees in completing their benefit packet and making changes when needed.

16.  Working with the benefit vendor/administrator to ensure each employee’s benefits are correct.

17.  Be available for all employees regarding their benefits.

18.  Other duties and responsibilities (as necessary) to ensure the smooth program operation.

QUALIFICATIONS

1.              Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration or related degree.

2.              Must be able to communicate clearly, both written and orally.

3.              Knowledge of proper telephone etiquette, and ability to perform same.

4.              Must be available to work 8:00 am - 5:00 pm, Monday through Friday.

5.              Ability to operate office machines (copier, duplicator, calculator, etc.)

6.              Working knowledgeable of all Microsoft programs.

7.              Strong organizational and time management skills.

8.              Ability to multi-task and meet deadlines.

OTHER

1.      Must have current driver’s license and have access to use of automobiles with current insurance.

2.       Must be willing to attend all pertinent meetings and trainings, and travel to all work locations, if necessary.

3.        Must exercise discretion and sound judgment in the performance of assigned duties.

4.        Must understand and respect confidential information.

5.        Must be cooperative and work as a team with other staff members.

6.        Must have empathy for low-income families.