Training Program Specialist

Come join our team at the forefront of innovation while enjoying excellent benefits! We're seeking a Training Program Specialist in the Office of Policy and International Affairs (OPIA). This role will provide course development and planning assistance to attorneys and other OPIA officials, budget development and execution, and logistical planning, oversight and support for intellectual property training and education programs and in carrying out training courses and conferences annually both domestically and abroad.

Telework

The physical worksite for this position is located in Alexandria, Virginia.

*TELEWORK: This position is eligible for up to 4 days telework per week and reporting the remaining day in the office at the USPTO, Alexandria, VA campus. (Additional days "in office" may be required periodically based on the needs of the office and per agency and business unit discretion/policy.

Duties

This rewarding opportunity is ideal for you if:

• Are looking forward to serving as a primary point of contact to OPIA staff attorneys as well as other high level USPTO officials in training programs and conference planning and execution.
• Have experience providing management support with regard to reporting of program costs, participation, collection and update of all database programs, completion and collection participant evaluation forms and provide information to hosting attorney on results.
• Are committed to overseeing logistical support for training and education programs held by GIPA both at USPTO in Alexandria, Virginia, other US cities for planned study tours, as well as regional programs held internationally.
• Have experience managing and overseeing communication of training programs and close outs and provide reports of training program/event results.

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Qualifications

• Experience in planning, organizing and executing large scale training programs and conferences;
• Experience in setting contract needs, reviewing contract bids, and ensuring all contracting requirements are met; and
• Experience in researching and analyzing cost-effective logistics solutions.

Education

Education may not be substituted for specialized experience at this grade level.

The position's level and salary will be determined by the applicant's demonstrated experience and education. More information is available on the USAJOBS posting.

Conditions of Employment

Applications will only be accepted from United States Citizens and Nationals and your resume and question responses must demonstrate the job-related competencies. If selected, you will be required to pass a background investigation.

The full list of conditions and qualifications can be found on the job announcement.

The USPTO strives to embed diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility (DEIA) in all aspects of our work. Intellectual property is most effective when people of diverse backgrounds and perspectives participate in exchanges with others and programs to drive innovation, entrepreneurship, and creativity for the benefit of all Americans and people around the world. The USPTO incorporates DEIA best practices throughout our exchanges, programs, and community partnerships, and in our workforce and workplace. The agency is committed to addressing barriers based on race, ethnicity, color, national origin, sex, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, religion, geographic location, education, income, socioeconomic status, and other diversity dimensions that may hinder inclusion in the organization. The USPTO's commitment to DEIA strengthens the intellectual property ecosystem and is vital to building trust and partnerships in the United States and around the world.