(SOCIAL SERVICES) Staff Development Specialist III

Responsibilities The Sampson County Department of Social Services is seeking a qualified and motivated individual to serve as Staff Development Specialist III within the Administration Division. This position is responsible for leading agency‑wide staff development and organizational training initiatives designed to enhance workforce effectiveness, leadership capacity, and overall organizational performance. Duties include assessing organizational and workforce development needs; designing, coordinating, and facilitating training programs for employees at all levels; supporting onboarding and continuing education initiatives; evaluating training effectiveness; and ensuring compliance with state‑mandated training requirements. The position also provides consultation and coaching to supervisors and managers regarding leadership development, employee engagement, team dynamics, performance management, and organizational effectiveness. Additional responsibilities include analyzing workforce and training data, preparing reports and recommendations for leadership, maintaining accurate training records, supporting organizational improvement initiatives, and participating in emergency preparedness and disaster response activities as needed. Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Considerable knowledge of techniques and methods of conducting formal and informal training programs and principles of human behavior. Ability to effectively communicate information to a variety of audiences in both oral and written form. Ability to assess organizational and workforce development needs and develop strategies to improve employee performance and engagement. Ability to interpret and apply federal, state, and agency policies and guidelines. Strong organizational, analytical, and problem‑solving skills are required. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with staff, management, educational institutions, and community partners. Ability to coordinate multiple projects, training activities, and deadlines with a high degree of independence. Minimum Education and Experience Graduation from a four‑year college or university and three years of experience in a progressive training or teaching role; must include experience in organizing training events, assessing needs, counseling, and evaluating sessions; or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Must possess a valid NC Driver's license, and meet qualifications as outlined in Sampson County's Vehicle Fleet Policy. Applicants may qualify for a work against appointment with a certain degree of education and experience. Additional Information Salary: $62,712 per year. Open until filled. All offers of employment are conditional pending candidate undergoing pre‑employment Alcohol & Drug testing and producing satisfactory test results. EEO Statement SAMPSON COUNTY IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY/AFFIRMATIVE ACTION EMPLOYER. #J-18808-Ljbffr Sampson County Government