Employee Development Specialist - (Electrical _ SEIU) External

The Maintenance & Engineering (M&E) Department is recruiting to fill one vacancy for the Employee Development Specialist (EDS) position in the Power Mechanical - Electrical area.

The incumbent for this position is primarily responsible for developing and delivering electrical training programs covering safe operation of District equipment and maintenance procedures for electricians including CPUC Certification, skills and compliance training.  Training support for other areas within the Maintenance and Engineering Department may also be assigned. In addition, the incumbent will be exposed to physical work in the following field environments: wayside, trackway, underground, inclement weather and climbing on and off equipment.   This position is day shift.  However, days and shifts may vary based on department training needs.

The successful candidate in this selection process will demonstrate proficiency in the following areas:

• Experience in and knowledge of installation, repair and maintenance of electrical and electronic components/systems including high voltage and PLCs
• Ability to read and interpret schematic diagrams, technical drawings and O&M publications. 
• Delivery of training for specialized electrical equipment including Forklifts, Man lifts, Aerial Truck type lifts, Commercial Vehicles, on-rail vehicles and General Safety related equipment training.
• Skill in conducting training sessions, developing audio-visual materials, and assessing the results of instructional programs
• Ability to monitor and evaluate performance standards
• Ability to write a variety of technical, instructional, and other written materials.

Selection Process

This is a SEIU Local 1021 Bargaining unit position. However, All SEIU members must follow the "Bid Form Process", failure to comply will invalidate an employee's application.

The Employment Office will screen bids/applications/resumes against the minimum qualifications. Those candidates who meet the minimum qualifications will be referred to the hiring department for further consideration. The selection process may involve a skills/performance test, written exam, and/or a panel interview. Outside applicants will not be considered until all employees who have applied have been considered first.

All applicants are asked to complete the application and/or Bid Form in full, indicating dates of employment, all positions held, hours worked, and a full description of duties. Online applicants are invited to electronically attach a resume to the application form to provide supplemental information but should not consider the resume a substitute for the Bid or application form.

Application Process

All SEIU Local 1021 members MUST submit their bid forms in the bid box. Failure to comply may invalidate the employee's bid.

Current Non-SEIU employees are strongly encouraged to apply online, either at www.bart.gov/jobs or on WebBART. Current Non-SEIU employees may also apply using a BART paper application by delivering the completed form to the Human Resources Department, or by mailing it to P. 0. Box 12688, Oakland, CA 94604-2688.

Online or paper applications are considered to provide supplemental information and should not be considered a substitution for the bid form itself.

Applications must be complete by the closing date and time listed on the job announcement.

1. Researches, analyzes and identifies specific training needs to support District activities and further District goals; conducts research, prepares plans and programs to meet these needs or to solve specific operational problems.  
   
   
2. Selects appropriate methodology, develops lesson plans, instructional materials and student handouts; schedules and coordinates training programs and activities. 
   
   
3. Prepares the classroom environment; provides classroom and performance-based field training using a variety of instructional techniques. 
   
   
4. Develops and administers oral, written and practical tests to assess the effectiveness of training. 
   
   
5. Conducts and documents specific District skills certification programs; assists in the development of various pre-employment tests in the area of specialty; acts as subject matter expert in area of specialty. 
   
   
6. Researches and identifies external training and sources and materials and evaluates their applicability to District needs. 
    
7. Prepares scope of services for outside training assistance, recommends the selection of consultants or vendors, and monitors and evaluates performance. 
   
   
8. Works with District staff to solve a variety of technical problems in the operations and maintenance areas. 
   
   
9.  Writes technical materials and creates drawings or schematics to support text. 
   
   
10. Works closely with media and documentation staff to produce audio-visual materials.  
    
    
11. Communicates regularly with trainees, other instructors and affected department personnel to achieve training goals. 
    
    
12.  Assists non-trainers in preparing presentations in specific program areas; administers educational assistance and other training-related programs. 
    
    
13.  May act as subject matter expert in area taught; maintains technical knowledge in areas taught. 
    
    
14.  Assists in developing and monitoring specific training program budgets. 
    
    
15.  Maintains records and prepares reports of work performed.
    
    

1. Delivers training programs for specialized on-rail maintenance equipment such as automated multifunctional Switch and Production Tamper/liners, Ballast Regulators, Production Rail Grinders, Locomotives and Rail Car equipment, Rubber Tire Road to Rail Vehicles, Light/Heavy duty type Trucks, Loaders and Mobile Cranes.
2. Instructs and administers the State of California’s Third-Party Employer Testing Program for Commercial Driver License e.g., Bay Area Rapid Transit District.  

• Principles and practices of employee development and training. 
• Methods of identifying training needs in an industrial setting. 
• Training modalities, techniques and materials, particularly as used in a classroom or field setting.
• Design and preparation of audio-visual materials.  
• Vendors, consultants and potential sources of training courses or materials. 
• Procedures, policies and techniques relating to the specific subject matter to be taught (will vary with the specific training assignment). 

• Identifying and assessing training needs. 
• Researching and developing programs and materials to meet identified needs. 
• Analyzing varied technical problems related to operations and maintenance activities and recommending solutions. 
• Writing a variety of technical, instructional and other written materials, including reports of work performed. 
• Developing varied audio-visual materials and technical drawings to support instructional activities. 
• Conducting training sessions, both in the classroom and at the work site. 
• Assessing and evaluating the results of instructional programs. 
• Maintaining accurate documentation of training activities. 
• Evaluating applicability of outside training consultants and vendors and recommending and monitoring such programs. 
• Monitoring and evaluating performance standards.
• Working on multiple tasks, exercising flexibility as needed, and acting independently with sound judgment.
• Identifying problems and developing solutions both independently and in cooperation with others.
• Establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of the work.

Salary : $101,915 - $133,222