What are the responsibilities and job description for the STAFF DEVELOPMENT SPECIALIST position at Durham County?
RESPONSIBILITIES :
The functions listed below are those that represent the majority of the time spent working in this position. Management may assign additional functions related to the type of work of the position as necessary.
- Research, analyzes and interprets Federal, State and County policy and procedures to ensure they are being followed.
- Creates training plans that align, inform, and inspire employees in support of strategic goals, and MFR initiatives.
- Communicates clearly and concisely both oral and written for staff programs.
- Assists with quality assurance initiatives to include program structure, forms, and guidelines.
- Designs and implements a variety of developmental initiatives, action plans, programs, and training materials.
- Trains and supervises new employees through the New Hire process. Provides refresher training to existing staff based on agency needs.
- Provides policy as well as system support for new and existing staff.
- Facilitates agency wide compliance and soft skills training (HIPAA, Civil Rights, Security Awareness, etc.)
- Performs related work as assigned.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES :
MINIMUM EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS :
PHYSICAL DEMANDS :
Physical demands to the requirements for physical exertion and coordination of limb and body movement.
UNAVOIDABLE HAZARDS (WORK ENVIRONMENT) :
SPECIAL CERTIFICATIONS AND LICENSES REQUIREMENTS :
STANDARD CLAUSES :
May be required to work nights, weekends, holidays, and emergencies (man-made or natural) to meet the business needs of Durham County.
This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of essential functions and responsibilities that are required of an employee for this job. Other duties, responsibilities, and activities may change or be assigned at any time with or without notice.
AMERICANS WITH DISABILITIES ACT COMPLIANCE :
Durham County is an Equal Opportunity Employer. ADA requires Durham County to provide reasonable accommodations to qualified persons with disabilities. Prospective and current employees are encouraged to discuss ADA accommodations with management.
To further the mission of the Durham County Department of Public Health (DCoDPH) to partner with our community to advance health equity, protect the environment, and promote health and wellness for all, DCoDPH is implementing the employee vaccination and tuberculosis screening policies. All DCoDPH employees are considered healthcare personnel (HCP) working in a health care setting with the potential for exposure to patients and / or infectious materials and, therefore, are required to comply and provide documented proof of the following :
Identified DCoDPH HCP with potential Bloodborne Pathogen (BBP) exposure have an additional requirement for the Hepatitis B vaccination. Required vaccination, serological testing to determine immunity, and baseline tuberculosis screening are available for all Public Health employees who elect to become DCoDPH patients upon request and at no cost.
Proof of vaccination and tuberculosis screening must be provided to Human Resources within seven (7) business days prior to the date of employment.
Salary : $52,730 - $71,154
