Training & Development Coordinator

Description

Applications will be accepted online from February 11, 2025 until 11pm on February 25, 2025 at the website address https://pueblowestmetro.us/172/Job-Opportunities

First review of applications will happen by February 27^th.

Please note: Incomplete applications cannot be considered. You will know you have completed the application when it has requested your signature.

Job Summary

Under general supervision of the Director of Human Resources and the Risk and Safety Manager, the Training & Development Coordinator develops, implements, and manages training for the District. Provides daily support to all departments. Coordination of plant, office, and field safety training programs and assists in environmental and DOT compliance.

Essential Job Functions

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Essential functions, as defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include any of the following representative duties, knowledge, and skills. This is not a comprehensive listing of all functions and duties performed by incumbents of this class; employees may be assigned duties which are not listed below; reasonable accommodations will be made as required.  The job description does not constitute an employment agreement and is subject to change at any time by the employer. Essential duties and responsibilities may include, but are not limited to the following:

• Develop, implement, and conduct training programs and equipment training.
• Works with department heads and program leads, including the Safety & Risk Manager, to determine and coordinate training needs with employee input and feedback.
• Create training schedules for all departments, track and create reports on outcomes of all training and maintain training records.
• Gather and evaluate information from employees and management on previous training to identify weaknesses and areas that need additional training.
• Recommend training materials and methods, order and maintain in-house training equipment and materials.
• Manage the budget set for training.
• Coordinate virtual and in-person training sessions and meetings.
• Participate in new employee onboarding and training.
• Recruit and train new trainers, delegate training tasks to new Trainers and evaluate performance.
• Assist with DOT training and compliance.
• Assists the Human Resource Generalist in recruitment and HRIS system assistance, as needed.
• Acts as the interim Safety & Risk Manager in their absence.
• Be advocates promoting health and safety in the workplace.
• Embodies the District Core Values.   

Other Duties

• Performs other duties as assigned.  

Knowledge

• Advanced computer skills to include the ability to use Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Gmail.
• Thorough knowledge of current principles and practices applicable to assigned areas of responsibility; local, state and federal laws and regulations related to assigned functions.

Skills

• Utilize positive and professional communication skills.
• Written and verbal communication skills.
• Using computers and a variety of software, including MS Office.
• Proficient with the use of personal computers, copiers, scanners, fax machines, telephones and other communication devices.
• Problem solving and systematic thinking skills.
• Organizing and prioritizing.
• Managing time and projects.
• Communicating and using interpersonal skills with all levels within the organization as well as with the general public sufficient to exchange or convey information and to receive work direction.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with persons at all levels. 

Abilities

• Ability to train and coach employees one-on-one and in group settings.
• Ability to be self-motivated.
• Ability to communicate with the public, to speak and write clearly, and maintain effective working relationships with others.
• Ability to effectively practice conflict management to resolve interpersonal conflict.

• Ability to identify and recommend solutions to problems in a timely manner.
• Adapt to unique and changing situations.

Qualifications

Required Qualifications (Note: Any acceptable combination of education, training and experience that provides the above knowledge, abilities and skills may be substituted.)

Required Education/Certifications Required

• Associate degree in human resources, business administration, or related field.
• Minimum Two (2) years of safety program management or training development experience.
• Must have and maintain a valid Colorado class “R” driver’s license.

Preferred Education and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in human resources, business administration, or related field.
• OHSA 10- and 30-hour certifications preferred.

Position Type/Expected Hours of Work

• This is a full-time position. Days and hours of work are Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
• Position is required to be on call when filling in for the Safety & Risk Manager.

Physical Demands

• Work at work sites and construction zones requiring walking over uneven or rough terrain; awareness of surroundings; exposure to dust, weather conditions, equipment, noise, etc.  Work may require occasional exposure to hazards; exposure to dirt and soil; temperature extremes and unusual environmental conditions.  Subject to call back in emergencies.  Use fingers to operate computer or typewriter keyboards, hand tools, mechanical tools and devices.  Appropriate professional interaction with others and in attendance at meetings of various sized groups and at various settings.

Unusual Demands

• Worker is required to provide assistance during call backs and emergencies, subject to reoccurring deadlines and interruptions, subject to work hazards and unpleasant conditions, occasional exposure to inclement weather, may be required to work beyond normally scheduled work hours.

Pueblo West Metropolitan District is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Salary : $65,611 - $98,417