Training Specialist - Facility Operations

Job Title

Training Specialist - Facility Operations

Agency

Texas A&M Engineering Extension Service

Department

Business and Cyber Solutions

Proposed Minimum Salary

Commensurate

Job Location

College Station, Texas

Job Type

Temporary / Casual Staff (Fixed Term)

Job Description

4 positions to be filled

Temporary / Casual Position

Telecommuter

60.00 per hour

The Training Specialist position, under general supervision will be responsible for providing training and technical assistance within the Manufacturing Assistance Program. This position is responsible for instructing classes and providing technical assistance in the Facility Operations Programs. The Facilities Operations, Training Specialist will train a diverse audience on various aspects of operating a facility, such as a University or National Lab. This individual will use their advanced knowledge of facility operations, maintenance, construction, project management and application of adult learning theories and learning styles to help maximize learner success and ensure overall effectiveness of the course instruction. This position is responsible for performing online and / or classroom instruction, field-based skills training, and / or may provide technical assistance in a specialty area to support other divisions. This position will also be responsible for assisting with course curriculum content, when necessary, to meet learner needs. This position is responsible for utilizing a variety of media to present course material and may assist in creating new and / or updating curriculum content, when necessary, to meet learner needs. This position reports to the Program Director.

Required Qualifications :

Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college or university (equivalency : will consider an Associate’s degree with nine years of experience in project management, facility operations or related field experience, or a High School Diploma or GED with eleven years of experience project management, facility operations or related field experience)

Seven years of related experience in project management, building trades, construction experience, code enforcement, and / or facilities maintenance.

Three years of adult education and / or training experience

Required Licenses / Certifications :

• Valid Driver’s License

Preferred Qualifications :

Master’s degree from an accredited college or university

Eight years of in project management, building trades, construction experience, code enforcement, and / or facilities maintenance.

Certified Project Manager

Licensed Code Enforcement Officer

Physical Requirements :

Ability to regularly use computer / keyboard

Ability to support training delivery for up to 8-10 hours / day (standing)

Ability to work in adverse weather conditions during instruction

Physical conditioning consistent with movement of training equipment, wearing personal protective equipment during instruction as needed, designing, developing, and deploying curriculum for classroom and online training delivery up to 40 lbs.

Ability to travel independently to other and / or remote locations by driving and / or flying on commercial airlines

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities :

Advanced knowledge of construction and maintenance principals, materials, supplies, tools and equipment

Working knowledge of office software and instructional programs

Working knowledge of principles and methods for teaching and instructing individuals and groups

Skilled at leading instruction and provide effective demonstration of required topics

Ability to follow instructions and effectively communicate orally and in writing to perform job responsibilities

Excellent oral / written communication and presentation skills

Ability to multitask and work cooperatively with others

Ability to work with sensitive information and maintain confidentiality

Excellent group facilitation skills

Skilled in utilizing various learning and active listening strategies

Ability to orally comprehend and express information and use inductive and deductive reasoning

Ability to positively and professionally interact with clients and staff, groups of various sizes

Strong interpersonal and organizational skills

Ability to actively demonstrate the TEEX Values – Safety, Teamwork, Adaptability, Respect, and Stewardship

Demonstrate a positive attitude and work ethic

Exhibit punctuality by arriving to work and scheduled events on time

Ability to present course material using a wide variety of media and technology

Equipment :

Standard office equipment : computer, keyboard, multifunctional printer, telephone

Training equipment

Notifications :

This position is security-sensitive.

This position may require up to 50% or more travel.

This position may require work beyond normal office hours and / or work on weekends.

This position allows telecommuting per TEEX guidelines.

This is a wage position established to accommodate a temporary organizational need. As such, TEEX does not guarantee any set number of hours or length of employment in this role.

This position requires compliance with state and federal laws / codes and Texas A&M University System / TEEX regulations and procedures.

All tasks and job responsibilities must be performed safely without injury to self or others in compliance with System and Agency safety requirements.

Essential Duties, Tasks, and Percentages :

Provides instruction and technical assistance for the Facilities Operations Program – 70% :

Serves as the Lead Instructor for course deliveries and technical assistance projects

Instructs facility operations courses and provides technical assistance

Prepares training materials, training aids, and / or equipment prior to course

Ensures classrooms are ready for participants

Ensures concerned parties, points of contacts, host organization, agencies, are contacted and notified of schedules, locations, and times

Ensures participants have achieved terminal objectives of the course

Ensures training materials, training aids, and classrooms are secured upon completion of the course

Ensures class documentation is completed in an accurate and timely manner in accordance with Division Guidance, Agency and Contractual requirements (if applicable)

Administers course pre and post-testing as required

Arrives at a minimum of 1 hour before the course is scheduled to begin to ensure the room is set up and to greet arriving participants

Follows approved curriculum course outline and timelines

Completes required administrative work to include student fees, student records, travel submissions, and time / effort paperwork

Develops / Updates Course Materials – 15% :

Actively participates in the development, updating and revising of a course as both a team member and an SME in the curriculum processes

Reviews new instructional materials as they become available to determine relevance with current courses

Assists with the research and development of lesson plans, outlines, training aids, manuals, and scenarios for practical application

Creates and / or updates PowerPoint presentations and / or other graphic training aids

Assists in preparing and developing skilled demonstration documents, materials, project aids, and equipment prior to course delivery

Serves as a team member in monitoring changes in national trends that could impact current and future courses delivered by the program

Actively participates / leads in team meetings and events

Provides Program Support – 5% :

Ensures class documentation is completed in an accurate and timely manner in accordance with Division Guidance, Agency and Contractual requirements (if applicable)

May assist the Program Director with customer interactions

May assist with writing proposals and contracts

Submits weekly reports and all associated documentation on time

Submits class reports, and travel documentations

Assists in the marketing of division programs and events to potential customers and students

Ensures requests for travel and post travel claim documentation are completed in an accurate and timely manner in accordance with division and agency guidance

May participate in conference activities and if exhibiting, assist with booth set up and operations, and provide potential business contact information to management

Customer Relations-10% :

Promotes teamwork with the instructor cadre

Positively interacts with fellow staff, wage instructors, external and internal customers

Actively works with wage instructors to promote instructor continuity

Maintains currency and knowledge of cybersecurity and other materials related to course delivery

Participates in other TEEX / Business Cyber Solution programs and initiatives as directed

Additional Program / Division responsibilities :

Maintains and safeguards assigned divisional equipment and property

Maintains a professional appearance

Maintains an orderly and clean workspace

Performs additional work duties as assigned

All positions are security-sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon the institution’s verification of credentials and / or other information required by the institution’s procedures, including the completion of the criminal history check.

Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action / Veterans / Disability Employer.

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