Departmental Training Coordinator (Watershed Management)
At a glance
Mid-level Learning & Development role at Ertd. Decatur · full-time · $57,125–$91,971 base.
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What you'll do
- Build and update employee courses, using research on industry changes to shape lessons and assignments
- Lead in-house sessions that reflect current practices and help employees meet required license renewals
- Arrange training rooms, schedules, attendance, access passwords and supplies, then prepare learning aids
- Grade assignments and exams, assess employee performance, and use evaluations to judge course effectiveness
- Maintain training and compliance files, update databases, and prepare certificates, reports and training communications
What you bring
- A bachelor's degree in public or business administration, education, organizational development or a related field
- Three years of training, teaching or related experience connected to the assigned department
- A current Georgia driver's license that you can maintain
Who this fits
This mid-level role suits someone who can develop and deliver employee training while handling course records and logistics. Watershed Management experience or a Georgia Water or Wastewater Operator license is preferred.
From the employer
Salary Range: $57,125 - $91,971 Salary Grade: 19 FLSA: Exempt
Purpose of Classification:
The purpose of this classification is to develop, coordinate, deliver, and evaluate departmental training programs and learning solutions.
Essential Functions:
The following duties are normal for this position. The omission of specific statements of the duties does not exclude them from the classification if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment for this classification. Other duties may be required and assigned.
Develops training programs for departmental employees; creates new and/or modifies existing courses and course materials; researches industry changes; and prepares activities and course assignments.
Conducts training and facilitates in-house training programs for employees based on current trends and best practices.
Assists employees in meeting certification and recertification requirements for mandated licensure and submits documents for license renewals.
Coordinates training logistics to include training room, schedules, attendance tracking, passwords, supplies and set up; and selects or develops teaching aids including training handbooks, tutorials or quick reference guides .
Administers and grades course assignments and exams; and tracks and analyzes learning curriculum effectiveness through various evaluations techniques including evaluation of individual performances.
Maintains and prepares training and compliance records and prepares related documentation and reports; enters course exam grades; prepares training certificates; and updates compliance databases.
Assists with internal departmental communications by preparing newsletters, promotional materials for training programs, flyers for departmental events, or related communications.
Communicates with department management, supervisors, other employees, subject matter experts, schools, community groups, volunteers, the public, and other individuals as needed to coordinate work activities, review status of work, exchange information, or resolve problems.
Maintains current knowledge of departmental business functions and operations to develop training programs and solutions for improving employee knowledge and performance within business units; and research training industry standards and best practices and applies new technologies.
Minimum Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree in Public/Business Administration, Education, Organizational Development, or a related field required; three years of experience in training, teaching, or a related field to assigned department; or any equivalent combination of education, training, and experience which provides the requisite knowledge, skills, and abilities for this job.
Specific License or Certification Required: Must possess and maintain a valid Georgia driver’s license.
Preferred Qualifications specific to Watershed Management:
Bachelor’s or Master's degree in biology, environmental science, organizational development, or a related field.
Experience in training, teaching, water/wastewater management operations, or a related field.
State of Georgia Water Operator or Wastewater Operator Class 1 or 2 license.